The newbuild also boasts intelligent operating and energy-saving systems to ensure compliance with EU Stage III emissions standards.
Power for the ship is provided by two 375kW (503hp) main diesel engines driving ABB electric motors, which in turn drive a nozzle-housed, controllable-pitch propeller. A 250kW bow thruster provides additional lateral manoeuvrability when navigating in port and berthing/unberthing.
The onboard systems draw electrical power from three 400kW generators. The ship’s total fuel capacity is 172.62 cubic metres (37,971 gallons) while a separate tank can hold up to 22 cubic metres (4,800 gallons) of freshwater.
First in a new series
Construction of HAV Ecotrader 1 was completed in compliance with Bureau Veritas class requirements. The ship, which initially operated along Asian trade routes, sails under the flag of Antigua and Barbuda.
Another three ships from the same series will be handed over to HAV Schiffahrtsgesellschaft before the end of this year.
