The Swedish-based family company Erik Thun Group has announced the delivery of the new multipurpose, plug-in hybrid dry cargo vessel, Lidan. She is the very first vessel in the next-generation of Lake Vanern Max-series.
Following her delivery, Lidan has already embarked on her maiden voyage, sailing from Eemshaven to Wilhelmshaven for her first loading.
The new generation of Lake Vanern Max is soon ready for operations. The first vessel, Lidan with a 5100-ton dwt, was launched earlier this summer and delivered recently, whilst the second FS 464 will be launched at the end of October.
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Equipped with a hybrid propulsion system, the Lake Vanern Max uses both battery power and traditional fuel to optimize energy use and reduce emissions.
The battery pack enables peak shaving and power smoothing, ensuring efficient operations and minimal environmental impact, according to Erik Thun Group release.
With its shore connection capability, the vessel can operate silently and emission-free while docked, significantly improving the air quality in ports and reducing noise pollution for crew members and surroundings.
“The propulsion system of the Lake Vanern Max is designed for superior performance,” reads the company’s statement.
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With a large diameter propeller operating within a nozzle, it delivers increased thrust at lower speeds, reducing power demand during challenging seaways and icebreaking operations.
“This advanced design allows us to reduce the installed main engine power by 18% without compromising performance, resulting in decrease in fuel usage and carbon emissions,” Erik Thun added.
“We are making a substantial investment to support our customers’ transportation needs and thereby strengthening our position even further on the short-sea market and on the Lake Vänern traffic,” said senior charterer Jens Bäckström.
