Bergen Group Fosen shipyard delivers first cruise ferry to Fjord Line
Bergen Group Fosen shipyard on July 8, 2013 completed the successful delivery of MV "Stavangerfjord" to the shipping company Fjord Line. The handover is in accordance with the revised schedule communicated on 16 May this year, the Group said in a press release.
MS "Stavangerfjord" is considered to be among the most environmentally friendly cruise ships, and is thefirst large cruise ferries in the world powered exclusively by liquefied natural gas (using "single fuelled LNG engines). The ship is significant emission benefits compared to vessels with engines and propulsion based on traditional heavy oil. For example, sulfur emissions are completely eliminated, and emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) reduced by 92 percent. In addition, there is installed a heat recovery system (WHR) which converts waste heat from exhaust gas to the steam generated electricity. This alone covers the need for power to all cabins and public areas used by the ship's passengers and crew.
The hull design of the cruise ferry is developed by Bergen Group Fosen and the design is optimized for reduced water resistance and increased stability. This contributes to greater comfort on board in high seas and reduced fuel consumption. The 170 meter long vessel has about 300 cabins and can accommodate just over 1500 passengers and 600 cars. On board are several restaurants, shops and art entertainment facilities.
MS "Stavangerfjord" is the first of two cruise ferries to be built by Bergen Group Fosen for Fjord Line. The hull for the next cruise ferry arrived Fosen in late March for outfitting and completion. Bergen Group and Fjord Line will in the near future clarify the final delivery of this sister ship.
Norway based Bergen Group Fosen, part of Bergen Group Shipbuilding of Bergen Group ASA, is a modern international ship yard specializing in ship building, conversion and repair, providing high quality services in outfitting of ships in the offshore, seismikk, RoPax/Passenger amd cruise segment. The shipyard employs 250 people, in addition to a similar number of employees representing contractors and subcontractors.
