ABB to provide clean power to marine vessels
ABB’s new SureWave Static Frequency Converter (SureWave SFC) enables the automated transfer of power from a ship’s onboard generator to an onshore power source, removing the need to use diesel burning generators when in port. This will enable ship owners to avoid fines and taxes imposed for not using shore power once berthed.
ABB has engineered SureWave SFC to be 50% smaller than previous models and for added flexibility, it can be installed on the marine vessel or port side. In addition, ABB’s SureWave can be paralleled or connected to renewable energy sources like PV or wind farms. As frequency and voltage can vary between ports around the world, the technology allows connection between a 60 Hz powered equipment and 50 Hz supply network or 50 Hz powered equipment and 60 Hz supply network.
ABB’s SureWave is accredited with the PEP ecopassport, an assessment aligned with the UN sustainability program and ISO 14025 and ISO 14040 to verify a product’s environmental performance. The accreditation considers materials, production, transportation, usage and end of life.
“The shipping industry is under increasing pressure to reduce global carbon emissions and its environmental impact. Many ports are introducing penalties for ships using diesel generators when they are docked. By switching to next generation static conversion technology like SureWave, operators can avoid charges and significantly lower CO2 emissions and noise pollution during their stay,” said Sebastien Surply, Global Product Group Manager for ABB Power Protection. “During SureWave’s estimated 15-year lifetime, shipyard owners and operators could expect to reduce their CO2 emissions by approximately 350 t and deliver operational cost savings to port stakeholders in the region of $1.4 MM, when compared to traditional rotary systems.”
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