Marine Log - December 2007 - (Page 28) ICE CLASS TANKERS Dr. Hermann J. Klein President, German Society for Maritime Technology “Ship efficiency is a question of perspective,” this is one conclusion of the two-day expert conference of the German Society for Maritime Technology on “How to make ships more efficient.” The first international conference for ship efficiency showcased 17 presentations on how commercial sea going ships could be designed, equipped and operated to burn less fuel. Dr. Hermann J. Klein pointed out in his introduction that “Shipping is the most eco-friendly means of transport. The public image, though, is somewhat different. Rising fuel prices, increasing emissions and the continuous lack of well-trained staff hit the news on a daily basis. As engineers, it is not only our task to set this record straight, but to convince, by developing intelligent and efficient solutions, by making shipping both profitable and environmentally compatible.” Rising oil prices and strict international maritime rules call for a continu- President of the German Society for Maritime Technology, Dr. Hermann J. Klein giving his welcome speech at the first international conference of ship efficiency ous optimization of ship design and operation. Efficient power generation, alternative marine fuels and modern construction will help to reduce emissions substantially. Objectives like increased capacity, reduced fuel consumption, increased safety as well as improved working conditions and minimized environmental impact are the predominant aspects, when planning a new vessel. Summing up the conference, Dr. Klein underlined the necessity to meet every two years to monitor the progress made in improving ship efficiency and reducing the environmental implications of shipping even further. “Optimized ship design and operation in order to protect the environment has to 28 MARINE LOG DECEMBER 2007 www.marinelog.com http://www.omnithruster.com http://www.omnithruster.com http://www.marinelog.com
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