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General Dynamics NASSCO launches first LNG-powered containership

Green Car Congress

On Saturday 18 April in San Diego, General Dynamics NASSCO launched the 764-foot (233m), 3100 TEU Isla Bella , the first LNG-powered containership. GI , with maximum power output of 25,191 kW (33,782 hp) @ 104.0 The LNG-powered ships will also include a ballast water treatment system, making them the greenest ships of their size.

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General Dynamics NASSCO delivers 1st LNG-powered containership; christens first ECO tanker

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General Dynamics NASSCO delivered the world’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered containership, the Isla Bella , to TOTE Maritime. This ship technology will decrease emissions and increase fuel efficiency when compared to conventionally-powered ships—the equivalent of removing 15,700 automobiles from the road.

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What are the investment opportunities in the Alternative Fuel Corridor Program?

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They are designed to support a network of electric vehicle charging stations and hydrogen, propane, and natural gas fueling infrastructure. Alternative Fuel Corridor designations are now found in all 50 states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico. Large power range to cover all types of vehicles. million public chargers.

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In the Caribbean, EVs leave ICE vehicles behind

Electric Auto Association

We were without power for six weeks,” White said. “I An islander was importing them from Puerto Rico, and I bought one.”. This prompted White to construct three additional solar-powered GEMs, including a small truck. From there, he turned to an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)-to-electric conversion. “I

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MAN Diesel & Turbo to convert 3 more coastal container ships to LNG

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Wessels Reederei signed a letter of intent with MAN Diesel & Turbo regarding the conversion of three of its fleet to dual-fuel gas operation. The retrofit enables dual-fuel operation and is the first such conversion of its type. TOTE ro-ro conversion in the US. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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