Ship Propulsion Event

The two-day conference featuring a keynote address 'Post COP15: challenges and solutions for shipping from Copenhagen' by Jean Otto de Kat, Senior Director, Head of Innovation, Maersk Maritime Technology, A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S,  will be chaired by Prof John Carlton, Global Technology Leader: Marine Technology & Investigations, Lloyd's Register and Visiting Professor City of London University.

"Propulsion is at the centre of developing economic and environmentally friendly shipping operations," he explains.  "As such, the interaction between the ship hydrodynamics, propulsion train and the mode of prime mover is of considerable importance. This conference embraces these themes. Many of the foremost technical experts present papers addressing key aspects of propulsion technology.  Additionally, the conference has been designed so that the interaction between the individual areas of the technologies can be explored fully.

"One central theme in this conference relates to the subject of emissions and since this is the first major conference since Copenhagen, the implications for the shipping industry are examined in some detail. We hope that you will find this event a stimulating and valuable experience which will enhance your understanding of propulsion whatever your sector of the marine industry."

The first morning of the conference looks at 'Prime Movers: Today's Challenges' covering the issue of emissions related to diesel propulsion: new requirements for reduced levels, reducing engine emissions and tackles the question of whether there is conflict between efficiency and environmental protection, as well as including a presentation on developments in turbocharging technology.

In the afternoon, attention turns to 'The potential for energy'; 'LNG as fuel for ship propulsion'; 'Developments in electric propulsion systems to improve efficiency'; 'Future HTS technologies for green ships'; 'Wind propulsion'; and 'Nuclear propulsion', looking at the alternatives to conventional fuel sources.

The end of day conference reception will provide networking opportunities.

Day two covers 'Design Relationships' and focuses on both marine engineering aspects of the power train together with naval architectural influences. Presentations cover hull design; papers on the design of propellers and their interaction with the rudder; prediction of the wake field; cavitation and erosion; podded propulsor hydrodynamic and structural design issues; the practical benefits of CFD; shaft design and bearing tribology. There will be a presentation from Rolls-Royce AB on the practical benefits of CFD analysis on predicting vessel performance.

The Stanley Gray evening lecture due to be given by Duncan Forbes, Rolls-Royce on Wednesday 27 January 2010 has been postponed.  A new date for the lecture will be advised shortly.