General – Newbuilding
Finnish propulsion specialist Steerprop supplies a complete propulsion package, including the largest ducted propulsors ever produced by the company, for a new SRIV ordered by Jan De Nul.
The George W. Goethals will become the third rock installation vessel above 30,000 tonnes in the fleet of Jan De Nul.
According to Juho Rekola, Director, Sales & Project Management, Steerprop, this project exemplifies the company’s ability to meet extreme technical demands: “When propulsion demand pushes the limits of engineering, that’s where Steerprop excels. Our track record demonstrates our ability to deliver beyond expectations.”
The vessel will feature two main mechanical azimuth Steerprop Pushing Propulsors, each delivering more than 3 MW of power. With ducted propellers measuring 3.6 meters in diameter, these units are designed to deliver exceptional thrust and reliability under demanding operating conditions.
Considering Steerprop’s robust dimensioning principles, they represent the largest ducted units ever produced by the company. The propulsion package will also include two Steerprop Tunnel Thrusters and two Steerprop Retractable Thrusters, ensuring precise manoeuvrability and optimal performance across all operating profiles.
