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\n\u2022 Lisbon\u2019s debut all-electric ferry, equipped with ABB\u2019s power solution has been delivered by shipyard Astilleros Gond\u00e1n to urban transport provider Transtejo<\/p>\n
\u2022 Environmentally-friendly operations along the Tagus river will transform metropolitan commuting in Portugal\u2019s capital city<\/p>\n
\u2022 The new fleet will play an integral role in delivering Portugal\u2019s goal of carbon neutrality by 2050 <\/p>\n
The first of ten new, all-electric ferries opens a new age of emission-free commuter services along Lisbon\u2019s Tagus River, in the latest example of green transformation from Portugal\u2019s capital city. The vessel, whose operations rely on an integrated power, automation, energy storage and propulsion solution from ABB, has now been delivered to the ferry operator Transtejo by the Astilleros Gond\u00e1n shipyard. Replacing a fleet of older, fossil fuel-burning ferries, the 40-meter, 540-passenger vessels will also improve passenger comfort and reduce operational and maintenance costs.<\/p>\n
\u201cDelivering the first of these 10 ferries is an important milestone for us, and it is a joy to see her on the water in Lisbon. We very much look forward to delivering the other nine,<\/em>\u201d said Antonio Pacheco, Director of GRP Division, Astilleros Gond\u00e1n.<\/strong><\/p>\n Ferry electrification is a key part of Portugal\u2019s strategy to reach carbon neutrality by 2050. Consolidating Lisbon\u2019s reputation as one of the most environmentally-friendly cities in the world, the electric ferry program continues a transformative period for a municipality which won the 2020 European Green Capital award.<\/p>\n \u201cLisbon is making waves as a pioneer in environmentally-friendly public transportation, as many of the world\u2019s cities realize the benefits electric ferries bring for sustainability,<\/em>\u201d said Juha Koskela, Division President, ABB Marine & Ports<\/strong>. \u201cABB\u2019s leading position in integrated electrification solutions for urban ferries is a highly visible example of our work to make the maritime industry safer, smarter, and more sustainable. We at ABB are proud to play a key role in shaping shipping\u2019s new reality.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n With power distribution managed by ABB Onboard DC Grid\u2122 ensuring that output of each ship\u2019s 1,860-kWh battery pack is safe, reliable and optimized, ABB estimates the new ferries will cut about 6,500 tons in CO2 emissions along the Tagus river every year \u2013 equivalent to the emissions of 1,400 passenger cars.<\/p>\n ABB is also providing the control and rectifier systems for shore power as well as an advanced communications system which identifies the vessel arriving, its charging status and the power required, enabling the ferries to recharge within 5-10 minutes.<\/p>\n With latest figures from the Maritime Battery Forum[1] showing 586 battery powered vessels in operation worldwide, and 195 more on order, ferry owners remain at the forefront of switching to hybrid and electric vessel propulsion. ABB works closely with ferry companies around the world, supplying integrated hybrid and electric propulsion solutions. Recent projects include the Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls tour boats, \u2018Fusion Class\u2019 ships for P&O Ferries, a new ferry connecting mainland Iceland and Vestmannaeyjar island, and ferry conversions for Swedish owner ForSea Ferries. <\/p>\n ABB\u2019s Process Automation business is a leader in automation, electrification and digitalization for the process and hybrid industries. We serve our customers with a broad portfolio of products, systems, and end-to-end solutions, including our # 1 distributed control system, software, and lifecycle services, industry-specific products as well as measurement and analytics, and marine offerings. As the global #2 in the market, we build on our deep domain expertise, diverse team and global footprint, and are dedicated to helping our customers increase competitiveness, improve their return on investment and run safe, smart, and sustainable operations.<\/em> ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. The company\u2019s solutions connect engineering know-how and software to optimize how things are manufactured, moved, powered and operated. Building on more than 130 years of excellence, ABB\u2019s ~105,000 employees are committed to driving innovations that accelerate industrial transformation.<\/em> <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u2022 Lisbon\u2019s debut all-electric ferry, equipped with ABB\u2019s power solution has been delivered by shipyard […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":220746,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[301],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-220748","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-passenger"],"yoast_head":"\n
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