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50 X-DF engines tabbed for 25 Qatari LNG newbuildings
In a continuing trend in LNG shipping, WinGD has secured orders for 50 of its latest generation two-stroke, low-pressure, dual-fuel engines for 25 LNG newbuilds earmarked for QatarEnergy’s NorthField East (NFE) expansion project
The Swiss engine designer said 50 of its X72DF-2.1 engines with its new on-engine iCER technology were selected by multiple shipyards and shipowners, highlighting strong confidence in WinGD’s proven and reliable low-pressure dual-fuel engines. As Riviera Maritime Media previously reported, two-stroke, low-pressure, dual-fuel engine technology has become a dominant propulsion choice for LNG newbuildings because of the lower capex it offers, exceptional fuel efficiency and lower emissions.
Since its introduction in May, WinGD’s new on-engine configuration of intelligent control by exhaust recycling (iCER) has been met with swift uptake; the on-engine technology offers a reduced footprint, allowing more flexibility in the design of the engineroom, while providing improved fuel efficiency in both gas and diesel modes and a 50% reduction in methane slip compared with the first-generation X-DF.
Among the vessels in the historic, 151-ship newbuild programme are two 174,000-m3 LNG carriers ordered by TMS Cardiff Gas at Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME). These two LNG carriers will be the first ships built by DSME to feature on-engine iCER.
“This huge order intake with on-engine iCER technology shows the need for proven and reliable dual-fuel engines as the LNG carrier ordering surge continues,” said WinGD global sales director Volkmar Galke. “Owners and operators are seeking fuel flexibility without compromising efficiency, emissions or capex. And the fact all have chosen our latest compact, cost-saving configuration confirms WinGD delivers the best possible solution to customers, giving them confidence in their investment for today and for the future.”
WinGD noted the advantages of X-DF low-pressure dual-fuel engines, including low capex, low maintenance costs and compliance with IMO Tier III NOx limits without aftertreatment. Since its debut in 2015, the entire X-DF fleet has grown to more than 350 engines in operation.
Qatar Energy has reserved about 60% of the global LNG shipbuilding capacity at South Korean and Chinese shipyards through 2027 to meet its growing LNG carrier fleet requirements. The newbuild programme could reach151 newbuildings. A wide range of shipowners have tendered to build gas carriers that will be operated under long-term charters to Qatar Energy. The vessels will be delivered between 2023 and 2027.
WinGD’s X72DF engine has become a popular choice for LNG carriers, with 224 in service and more than 130 engines on order.
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