Swiss marine power company WinGD and marine engine manufacturer Hanwha Engine have successfully produced the world’s first X72DF-2.2 VCR engine equipped with Variable Compression Ratio technology.
This next-generation low-emission engine technology, developed by WinGD for ships using both LNG and diesel fuel, maximizes fuel efficiency and reduces methane slip which means vessels can operate more cleanly and cost-effectively, ensuring compliance with stricter emissions regulations.
The two companies held a ceremony at Hanwha’s headquarters in Changwon to commemorate the first factory acceptance test of the 5X72DF-2.2 engine with the VCR technology, which will be installed on an LNG carrier being built by Samsung Heavy Industries for a major global initiative in LNG transportation.
Peter Krähenbühl, Vice President Product Centre at WinGD, hailed this milestone in shipping’s energy transition. “Our VCR technology optimises fuel efficiency,
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