In a proactive move to meet the EEXI and CII regulations and align with the International Maritime Organisation's (IMO) call for reducing carbon emissions from ships, a Greek ship owner has upgraded its "KANARIS," a 177,000 DWT bulk carrier, to enhance the vessel's energy efficiency. SETH's shaft retrofit solution, distinguished by its cost-effectiveness and compliance with specifications, emerged as the preferred option for the ship owner.

The "KANARIS," a 177000DWT bulk carrier is measuring 282 meters in length and classified by ABS, and is set to undergo a retrofit with SETH advanced shaft generator system. This system includes a 1265kW split-half shaft generator, a frequency converter, and a transformer. The upgrade also involves enhancing the ship's existing AC switchboard and installing a new shaft generator access panel. These modifications will enable automatic parallel operation and engine load adjustment, meeting the stringent requirements for unmanned engine rooms. The retrofit project, managed under an EPC contract by SETH, encompasses comprehensive services from 3D scanning and design layout to manufacturing, installation, and commissioning. Post-retrofit, the "KANARIS" is expected to reduce daily fuel consumption by approximately 1 ton, decrease EEXI by about 10%, and improve its CII rating.

SETH has developed substantial expertise in shaft generator technology, applicable to both new constructions and retrofits of merchant ships. The company offers two primary technological approaches for new ships: the geared SG solution and the in-line PM generator for new ships, and the half-half PM shaft generator for retrofits. To date, SETH has facilitated energy-saving and efficiency enhancements for over 290 ships owned by numerous ship owners. Currently, SETH is actively seeking partnerships to further contribute to energy efficiency improvements and the enhancement of ship ratings globally.