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| Concept of the next-generation vessel — car carrier ISHIN-I |
MOL has advanced technologies that it has developed and utilized to the fullest, and formed the concept for its next-generation vessel, which will be technically practical in the near future. The first announcement was the next-generation, environment-friendly car carrier. MOL named the first concept vessel, a car carrier, "ISHIN-I (ishin one)," with the key words "Senpaku ISHIN,"that reflect our approach.
We are developing the next-generation vessels in succession, including a ferry, bulkship, tanker, and containership in anticipation of changing market needs in the future.
(1) While in port, and during loading and unloading: Achieve zero CO2 emissions
Further develops the use of renewable energy for conventional car carriers. Realizes zero emission goal by adopting large-capacity solar-power panels and rechargeable batteries.
(2) Under way: Reduce CO2 emissions by 50% (*1)
Adopts multiple new technologies to greatly reduce the vessel's burden on the environment.
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The ship achieves a 41% reduction, in comparison (per unit) to conventional vessels (PCTC with a capacity of 6,400 standard passenger cars). When needs for larger vessels arise in the future, CO2 emissions can be reduced by 50% on that assumption. |
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| R&D for safe and efficient operation |
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MOL is always looking for ways to improve safety, efficiency, and environmental protection, and works hard on research and development independently and through tie-ups with industry, government, and academia. One example is the wind resistance reducing car carrier design that features an aerodynamically rounded bow. This design boosts fuel efficiency by helping the ship increase its speed while maintaining a straighter course. This technology has been patented in Japan and South Korea. The Propeller Boss Cap Fins (PBCF), which enhance propulsion efficiency by effectively breaking up the strong hub vortex that forms behind a rotating propeller, increasing fuel efficiency by about 3-5%. The PBCF has been patented in 12 nations and is in use on more than 1,700 vessels (*2). We have continued R&D on the PBCF, resulting in significant performance improvements. The MOL Technology Research Center also conducts ongoing analysis of oil and lubricants to prevent problems arising from the use of substandard oil, helping our ships operate with greater levels of safety, efficiency, and reliability. (*2) As of April 2009 |
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"ISHIN — History holds the key to the future"
MOL has developed the concepts for a series of next-generation vessels that are technologically feasible in the very near future. Backed by our history of technological innovation, we'll introduce the highly practical ideas behind our technological innovations, with the ultimate goal of further reducing the environmental impact of our operations. |
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