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Solving the challenges our customers face is at the heart of everything we do. We design complete solutions to provide measurable value where it matters most.
Our goal is designing the best possible ship, which is why we cover every aspect of the process, from concept through to design, equipment selection, procurement, systems engineering, integration to production engineering.
Our approach reduces costs, maximises efficiency and caps risk, delivering solutions that strike a perfect balance between performance, investment and ownerships costs, all backed by an international customer support network.
We test and verify the motion of all our ships, continually improving our designs to solve the challenges facing our customers and evolve the design of our vessels to ensure optimal performance, safety and comfort, no matter the conditions.
With more than 900 designed vessels at sea, we know what it takes to integrate systems so that all major, mission critical components interact correctly, meaning we can ensure efficiency, reliability and safety.
State-of-the-art technology demands state-of-the-art training, so we offer a range of tailored training courses and programmes using the latest simulators and training aids, as well as giving our customers the opportunity to access online training services.
More than 900 UT and NVC vessels are in operation all over the world – under the toughest conditions known to man. We continue to work closely with vessels’ operators and crew, forming a vital knowledge base from which we continually improve and refine our designs, passing those benefits on to everyone we work with.
Prestfjord AS’s new 65m factory trawler is built to our NVC 368 design, offering maximum efficiency while minimising emissions thanks to hybrid propulsion
Background
Built by Freire Shipyard, Prestfjord AS’s new vessel, Prestfjord, replaces the company’s existing fishing trawler of the same name. At the heart of the new vessel is the Bergen B33:45L9P main engine, producing 5,400 kW at 750 rpm, giving a top-speed of around 14 knots.
The full on-board factory includes two 25m3 receiving bins at the aft end, and a 1,235m3 freezing hold. The winches are AC electric units from Rolls-Royce, and the vessel can carry out both pelagic and bottom trawling with single or double trawls. Prestfjord was built to DNV 1A1 ice EO Stern Trawler notation with ice class 1A* on the hull, and meets the Norwegian Havfiske II requirements.
“The new Prestfjord is a 65m trawler, built to our NVC 368 design, and we’ve also supplied all the vessel’s major systems and equipment.”
Challenge
Prestfjord AS needed an energy efficient stern trawler to replace its existing vessel. The vessel had to be fully equipped with an on-board factory that would have low fuel consumption in all modes, a seakindly hullform and safe working conditions, plus accommodation for the crew of up to 33 people.
Solution
Built to our NVC 368 design, the new vessel hits all of Prestfjord AS’s requirements. The design has a low resistance hullform with a bulbous bow and numerous innovative features, such as a curved bridge with side-wings to maximise sight angles. The hybrid propulsion system means the vessel can operate with maximum efficiency and minimise emissions in transit and when towing trawls at full power, as well supplying electrical power to the winches and fish processing plant.
Our support teams, located worldwide, are committed to helping you manage the vital balance between operational availability and cost. Wherever your vessel is located, Rolls-Royce support is close at hand.