Deltamarin and Wärsilä have developed a series of new IMC ferry designs which will undergo extensive model testing. The aim is to achieve considerable cost savings, both in building the ships and in operating them. At the same time, the latest environmental technology will be utilized to meet current and future regulations.
The IMC (Integrated Modular Customized) designs will be prepared for conventional as well as future fuels, including LNG. Every effort is being made to achieve the lowest possible building costs. Deltamarin’s contracting services also support the owners and assist shipyards during construction, when necessary.
Parametric Design Method
Deltamarin has developed its own Parametric Design Method for ships, which splits the design into pure cost elements and revenue generating aspects. This method opens the possibility for modularization of construction, machinery, large equipment and onboard systems. This immediately presents considerable newbuilding cost savings, and simplified maintenance of the ship. Furthermore, it offers a unique appearance of the ferry and customer-dedicated service.
Ferry Shipping Conferencell
A notable strength of the IMC ferry designs is that they can be readily adapted to changes and developments requested by the owner. The Parametric approach makes it possible to demonstrate design changes immediately, and the design is re-optimized in order to comply with regulations, best fuel consumption and overall performance. This has not been possible with earlier design methods without increasing the costs.
The IMC ferry designs will be presented during the Ferry Shipping Conference11, on board the m/v Cruise Barcelona, 12-14 April, 2011.
Picture: Three very dissimilar IMC ferries, however all based on one parametric design model. Freedom of choice includes fuel options such as LNG, to comply with future emission rules
