WinGD, the innovative Swiss company in marine energy technology, has reached a milestone in the decarbonisation of maritime transport . The company has developed its first methanol engine , the X-DF-M, which is billed as the largest engine of its kind ever built.
This 10-cylinder, 92 mm bore engine is ready to be delivered to the shipyard after having successfully passed factory testing and type approval.
X-DF-M engine: The future of sustainable maritime transport
The X-DF-M is intended for a 16,000 TEU container ship , demonstrating its capability to power large vessels. WinGD has received orders for 56 X-DF-M engines, in a range of diameters from 52 to 92 mm, and in cylinder configurations and power ranges similar to those of its diesel-powered X-Engines.
With this addition, WinGD reinforces its commitment to the transition towards cleaner energy, offering ship operators another option to reduce their emissions.
The impact of methanol on decarbonisation
Methanol, like LNG, can be produced sustainably with low carbon emissions, using biomass or renewable energy with captured carbon. As interest in this fuel grows, especially given its low cost and the prospects for regulatory clarity, the company expects the X-DF-M engine to become a key element in the fight against climate change, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from global shipping.
Certification and delivery of the first X-DF-M methanol engine
The first X-DF-M engine was delivered at a ceremony in Shanghai , attended by senior executives from WinGD, CMD and China State Shipbuilding Corporation. In addition, eight classification societies were present to sign the type approval certificate, ensuring that all engine manufacturers can build the engine according to WinGD’s design. This certification is a crucial step towards mass production of X-DF-M engines.
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