Captain Arctic Hull Launched in Dubai
The hull of Captain Arctic, a near-zero emission exploration vessel designed for sustainable cruising in some of the planet’s most fragile environments, has been launched in Dubai. The ceremony took place last week after the successful completion of hull fabrication, according to UAE-based engineering company Goltens.
International Collaboration and Engineering Excellence
This milestone is the result of months of precise engineering, fabrication, and cooperation between the vessel’s French owner, Selar, Mauritius-based shipyard Chantier Naval de l’Ocean Indien (CNOI), and Goltens.
Next Steps for Construction
After the launch, the hull is being shipped to Mauritius, where the Indian Ocean Shipyard will continue building this next-generation polar expedition vessel.
Innovative Environmental Design
Captain Arctic represents “a new era in environmentally conscious vessel design.” The 69-meter long ship primarily uses renewable energy sources to cut CO₂ emissions by up to 90% compared to traditional ships.
- Wind propulsion is achieved through rigid sails integrated with photovoltaic solar panels.
- The 35-meter-high aluminum sails are retractable and cover 2,000 square meters of solar panels.
- The vessel is built to withstand the harshest weather conditions.
“The Captain Arctic represents a new era in environmentally conscious vessel design.”
Author’s summary: The launch of Captain Arctic’s hull marks a significant step toward eco-friendly polar exploration, combining advanced wind and solar power technologies to drastically reduce emissions.
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