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Main benefits of Electric Propulsion for Cruise Ships
Converteam’s expertise in electric propulsion for cruise ships and our strong investment in R&D allow us to innovate and offer solutions that still increase ship performance in terms of:
- Improved availability
- High efficiency
- Compactness > more cabins and more space for passengers
- Low noise and vibration level > increased passenger comfort
- Environmental friendliness.
The Norwegian Epic, built by STX Europe for NCL, features a Converteam electric propulsion solution including 2 propulsion slow-speed induction motors, each 24MW at 130 rpm supplied by PWM MV7000 converters. The vessel has been operating since summer 2010.