Ship&Offshore | Issue 03/2023
WinGD
WinGD is introducing a new engine technology that will improve the efficiency and flexibility of two-stroke engines. Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) is being installed on a vessel powered by WinGD’s six-cylinder, 62-cm bore X62DF engine and will be rolled out across its engine portfolio. Cylinder compression ratio is usually a fixed engine design parameter, playing a direct role in power and fuel efficiency. WinGD’s innovative VCR technology means that, for the first time in any marine engine, it is now adjustable, the company said....