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ADDITION INTERCEPTORS HUMPHREE
The Dutch Maritime Pilots’ Organisation also trialled the use of interceptors supplied by manufacturer Humphree from Sweden. The adjustable blades of the interceptor go down vertically in the water at the stern of the ship and can be moved either automatically or manually. This creates hydrodynamic pressure which lifts the stern out of the water. The aim is to save fuel and improve stability. The latter benefits the comfort aboard and decreases the risks when a pilot changes from a tender to another ship.
SEARCHLIGHT
A new searchlight from ColorLight has been installed. This searchlight has two LED units and an infrared camera. The infrared camera can also be used for man overboard operations.
ALTERNATIVE UNDERWATER COATING SYSTEMS PPG COATINGS
Underwater, two alternative coating systems by PPG Coatings for traditional antifouling were tested on the Enterprise: a fouling-release film and a copper-free, premium antifouling. It is expected that both varieties, aimed at preventing growth on the hull, will offer tangible advantages in terms of speed and fuel consumption. The measurements taken during the practice-based tests will make clear exactly by how much and will also offer insight into how the two systems compare to one another.
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