Ship&Offshore | Ausgabe 02/2025
Keel laid for Arctic cruise vessel
Captain Arctic | Goltens Dubai has hosted the keel-laying ceremony for the Polar expedition vessel Captain Arctic for French owner Selar. The 70m-long vessel will rely primarily on renewable energy sources for propulsion, resulting in a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions compared with conventional ships, Goltens said in a statement. It will harness 90% of its power from wind sails mounted with solar panels. Goltens’ shipbuilding client is Chantier Naval de l’Ocean Indien (CNOI) in Mauritius. The construction of Captain Arctic signals a pivotal step in advancing green technologies, and Goltens said it is dedicated to ensuring every aspect of the project embodies the company’s vision for sustainable development, minimising ecological footprint while maximising efficiency....