The maritime sector is moving towards sustainability with the recent delivery of the SV Juren Ae, a sailing freighter designed to reduce carbon emissions by 80%. This vessel, developed by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) and built in South Korea under the KR class, is a collaboration involving the Marshall Islands Shipping Corporation (MISC) and Asia Shipbuilding Co. Ltd. among others.
Design and characteristics of the sailing freighter
The SV Juren Ae, at 48 meters in length and with a 300 deadweight tonnage (dwt) capacity, is not a conventional cargo ship. Its partially automated sail system, inspired by traditional Indonesian designs, is complemented by photovoltaic (PV) power units and a hybrid propulsion system.
[post_relacionado]This technological package allows it to operate at a service speed of 12 knots using sails and 7 knots when using its auxiliary diesel engine. In addition, it has a system that converts the excess wind energy into electricity, powering its electrical system during low-speed operations.
Welcome and baptism at SV Juren Ae. Source: NTA Media via YouTube.
New clean transportation model
This vessel, funded by the International Climate Initiative (IKI), promises cleaner shipping within the Marshall Islands and the Pacific region and represents a compelling business case for the use of sustainable technologies in maritime transport.
The SV Juren Ae represents a pivotal moment in maritime innovation, showcasing the potential of sustainable technologies to lead a low-emission future in shipping.
According to Michael Suhr, Regional Director for Northern Europe at KR.
The impact of this project goes beyond the operation of the ship itself. By promoting the use of low-emission technologies in regions with high fuel costs, such as the Pacific islands, the SV Juren Ae could inspire other island states to adopt similar solutions.
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