Methodology

The preparation of conceptual designs and technical specifications is a complex multi-disciplinary undertaking, with the exploration and possible implementation of low- or zero emission technologies making it even more complex. The success of a project relies on the careful implementation of a structured approach. This will make the process clear to all stakeholders at each stage and thus allow them to understand and deliver the elements required in a timely and complete fashion.

Concept development is an iterative process and naval architects call it the “design spiral”. This is a systematic and multi-disciplinary approach to find an optimal vessel concept based on given requirements and operational and route profiles. When findings from the study of current operations start to emerge, they will be inserted into the design spiral.

All calculations, evaluations we do and all information we receive as we are working our way inwards in the “design spiral” will help us develop a concept that solves for optimal energy efficiency while limiting investment expenditure and reducing operational cost. This will generate significant reductions in energy cost as well as investment costs for systems onboard.