The hydrogen-powered luxury yacht
As can be recognized in hundreds of news items, investments in «green technologies« They are increasing at a frantic rate. Of course, alternatives to traditional fuels enter into this economic game, above all, the field of electric batteries and the hydrogen that will move all types of vehicles, with their strengths and weaknesses, in the near future.
According to data from the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The maritime transport represents emissions of around 1 billion tons of CO2 per year (About 2.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions)
Be the boats recess, the yachts or the maritime freight transport, they have to adapt to a more ecological trend that allow a better environmental balance (See article on why ships should switch to renewables)
The project Aqua it is a good example of how the benefits of alternative energy can be applied to navigation. It's about a Luxury "superyacht", designed by the Dutch firm Sinot for the most luxurious experience possible, but by far, will be powered by hydrogen.
The project of aqua yacht He is a manager of the Sinot company. Will be the first large luxury yacht with 112 meters of length powered by hydrogen which has recently been presented at the Monaco Boat Show.
The project numbers are staggering in every way. Not only because of its dimensions that will host space for 14 guests and 31 crew members and will have five decks. The Dutch shipping company Feadship has a lot of work ahead of it to manufacture a futuristic model, with luxuries in abundance, state-of-the-art technological advances and of course, a price not suitable for mortals, according to several international media it will reach the figure of 600 million dollars.
The Aqua will have two 28-ton vacuum-sealed tanks that are cooled to -253º C and will be filled with liquid hydrogen to power the ship that will have: Two electric motors of 1 MW each, and two 300 bow thrusters kW for tighter maneuvers.
The shipping company Feadship claims that the system offers a maximum speed of 17 knots (31.4 km / h), a cruising speed of between ten and twelve knots and an approximate range of 3,750 nautical miles (6,945 kilometers) more than enough to cross the Atlantic Ocean and travel from New York to the United Kingdom.
And as can be seen in the attached images, innovation and design will not only be in the ship's machinery. The yacht has been designed to provide those on board as close to the water as possible with an exterior appearance inspired by ocean waves and a sculpted hull with large glass windows.
The aft deck features a series of platforms that cascade down to the sea with infinity pools, while a swimming area will allow all passengers to enjoy the experience of accessing the water at sea level.
In the fore part, the main room will be located with infinite horizontal views through large windows that is completed with a large bathroom, dressing room and a private spa.
It will also have a helipad and in its interior part with design and decoration in a minimalist style, apart from all the necessary comforts with great luxury, there will be a gym, a hydromassage room, a yoga studio, a movie theater and a dining room. large with a capacity for fourteen people.
Although we are talking about the concept of "green ship", in truth, it will have a diesel backup engine due to the shortage of hydrogen refueling stations that exist around the world.
Whether or not this project is a marketing strategy to give visibility to the world of renewables, in the end, the investment underlines the interest in alternative fuels and the enthusiasm of luxury sailing for new technologies that respect the environment.
By the way, there are ships that have a practical utility in the face of climate change, such as the article on the ship that extracts 50,000 kg of plastic from rivers a day is impressive!
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