On September 23, 2020, the CMA CGM JACQUES SAADE, a LNG-powered 23,000 TEU container vessel, was introduced to CMA CGM Group’s fleet. The use of LNG is aimed at preserving air quality and driving the company’s energy transition. It is said to be the first of a series of nine 23,000 TEU container ships, that will eventually result in a LNG-powered fleet. It will join the French Asia Line, CMA CGM Group’s line between Asia and Northern Europe.
CMA CGM says, LNG enables a 99% reduction in sulfur dioxide and fine particle emissions, and an 85% reduction in nitrogen dioxide emissions, going well above and beyond existing regulation. LNG emits up to 20% less CO2 compared to fuel motorization. This technology is one of the first steps towards achieving CMA CGM Group’s 2050 objective of carbon neutrality.
In addition to LNG motorisation, the vessels offer other technologies:
The cockpit has digital technologies installed to assist the commander and crew, in particular for port maneuvers;
They feature a redesigned straight bow with an integrated bulb, a redesigned rudder, and a redesigned propeller all of which is aim to improve the vessels hydrodynamics, thereby reducing energy consumption.
These 9 vessels bear a specific “LNG Powered” label that will be recognisable on all seas across the globe.
Source: CMA CGM
