Oshima Shipbuilding and DNV GL sign strategic cooperation (FOTO)

Oslo (ots) -

Spurred by the IMO strategy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG)
emissions, Oshima Shipbuilding and classification society DNV GL have
signed a long-term strategic cooperation to conduct research and
development together on new bulk carrier designs. The first design to
result from the cooperation, the "Oshima Ultramax 2030" leading to a
50% reduction in EEDI, was launched at the Nor-Shipping trade fair in
Oslo.

The partners aim to continue the strategic cooperation through to
2030, developing and updating a road map towards the IMO zero
emissions scenario, which will be gradually implemented through
annual joint industry projects (JIPs), where other partners will be
invited to join.

"Oshima and DNV GL have already had a close cooperation for many
years, resulting in close to 200 ships delivered or on order from
Oshima to DNV GL class, and with this strategic agreement we want to
extend this cooperation even further," said Eiichi Hiraga, President
of Oshima Shipbuilding. "We are delighted to deliver new, innovative
designs together in the years to come."

The first delivery resulting from this cooperation was launched at
the Nor-Shipping trade fair in Oslo: the "Oshima Ultramax 2030", a
new, innovative design which has been developed in cooperation with
leading engine manufacturer Wärtsilä. With an EEDI close to 50% lower
than comparable vessels, this Ultramax design is one of the most
efficient bulk carrier designs to date. It maximizes operational
performance while minimizing emissions by utilizing LNG as fuel, an
optimized hull shape and a sail to generate extra propulsion. In
addition, the design offers ultra-low emissions in port, by using
solar panels and a battery to cover the hotel load during waiting
times and port operations.

"To help the industry meet the ambitious GHG reduction targets set
by the IMO, the industry needs to come together to advance ship
design, taking advantage of both existing and new technologies," said
Trond Hodne, Director of Sales & Marketing at DNV GL. "This
partnership shows how much can come of this approach. The design
halves the EEDI of comparable vessels and sets a new standard for low
emission bulk carriers. Our relationship with Oshima stretches back
many years and we look forward to continue working together in the
future."

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Contact:
Nikos Späth, Head of Media and Public Relations
DNV GL Maritime Communications
Phone: +49 40 36149-4856
Email: nikos.spaeth@dnvgl.com

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