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Next-generation LNG carrier concept about 8% more energy efficient, with 5% more cargo

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The vessel concept has a significantly improved environmental footprint; a higher level of energy efficiency (up to 8% improvement); as well as an improved boil-off rate and cargo capacity (+5%), making it much better suited to future trading patterns than existing vessels. —Martin Davies, the Project Manager at DNV GL.

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GL presents Approval in Principle to new TECHNOLOG LNG container vessel design

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The entire vessel design concept is focused around saving energy. Exhaust gas boilers and waste heat recovery equipment are also included in the design. meter beam allows passage through the existing Panama Canal locks. Pierre Sames, Head of GL’s Research and Rule Development Department. The STREAM 4200 LNG’s 32.25-meter

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MHI completes development of new-generation LNG carrier; reductions in size and weight, with more capacity and 20% lower fuel consumption than conventional ships

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New Panamax is the term for the size limit of ships that will be capable of traveling through the Panama Canal after its planned expansion is completed in 2014: 366m in LOA, 49m in width and 15.2m Concept of the UST. The ship is projected to respond to anticipated growth in demand for ships in the New Panamax category. in LOA, 32.2m