Ulstein's hull solutions have been developed for harsh sea states, with excellent seakeeping characteristics, to secure safe and comfortable journeys for the crew and passengers. The TWIN X-STERN solution includes four main thrusters: two aft and two in the foreship. With this innovative setup, the vessel is exceptionally swift and can perform walk-to-work operations in an efficient manner. This has a significant impact on fuel consumption in dynamic positioning operations.
Hybrid power solution
Ulstein Power & Control’s hybrid power solution incorporates a substantial battery system and diesel generators that can operate at variable speeds as well as fixed speeds. This design ensures optimal fuel utilisation. The vessel is prepared for methanol fuel, paving the way for low-emission operations. There is also reserved space for extra battery capacity, allowing full-electric operations once the necessary infrastructure becomes available. The focus is on energy efficiency, resulting in maximized energy-efficient operations, manoeuvrability, and functionality.
Naming ceremony
The Olympic Boreas will be named in a ceremony on 27 July, and the joint team at Olympic and Ulstein wish her fair winds and following seas!
More information
The ULSTEIN SX222 vessels have a length of 89.6m and a beam of 19.2m. They can accommodate 126 people in 91 cabins, all of which have daylight.
Further reading: Vessel characteristics.
Olympic and Ulstein, together with other partners, are cooperating in a project to develop a life-cycle assessment (LCA) of new vessels, focusing on the Olympic Boreas and her sister vessel. The implementation of life cycle analysis in shipbuilding and in the operation of the vessel is crucial for assessing the environmental impact of maritime technologies and identifying alternative low-carbon and zero-carbon fuels that can contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships in a holistic manner.
