Danfoss Power Solutions’ Editron division is partnering for a sixth time with Baltic Workboats to supply the electric propulsion system for a new hybrid passenger and bicycle ferry.
The Ferry 19 Electric, the design of which is based on the earlier Ferry 22 Electric, will be delivered in 2023 to DAB Vloot, the Flemish governmental fleet operator.
“The versatility of our EDITRON system means we can provide fully electric and hybrid solutions for any kind of ferry,” commented Atte Yrjölä, sales manager at Danfoss’ Editron division.
“Our marine system is robust yet lightweight, plus delivers high efficiencies. Our equipment is also really compact, crucial when building small hybrid vessels.”
The ferry will be capable of transporting up to 50 passengers and 25 bicycles in emission-free operation using the fully electric mode. A Corvus Orca Energy battery pack which is charged during operation provides an additional source of propulsion power. Solar panels on the roof of the ferry will cover auxiliary power consumption.
Hybrid system
Editron will also equip the vessel with an additional diesel-powered engine to support the electric propulsion. While in operation, the Ferry 19 will save approximately 90-100 kilograms of CO2 per day compared to a traditional diesel-powered vessel.
The vessel’s battery and electric propulsion system is integrated into Baltic Workboats’ integrated automation, monitoring and control system. Shore-charging will be courtesy of an automatic system developed in-house by Baltic Workboats.
