Santos Shiplovers: M/V Nord Draco / V7IV3 - Maiden voyage and call Santos

Imagens do graneleiro de bandeira das Ilhas Marshall "Nord Draco" em sua viagem inaugural e primeira escala na cidade, demandando ocais do terminal Cargill 2 (TEG) , para embarque de 72.600 t. de soja a granel, em sua primeira viagem ao complexo portuário santista.

Construído pelo estaleiro Imabari Shipbuilding Co Ltd., Marugame, Japão, casco nr. 1682 em dezembro de 2014, sob encomenda do armador Ehime Kaiun Co Ltd (Ehime Kaiun KK), Imabari, Japão e foi entregue afretado ao armador Dampskibsselskabet 'Norden' A/S (Steamship Company 'Norden' Ltd), Hellerup, Dinamarca.

A embarcação de 84.694 dwt, 228,95 m de comprimento, 35,00 m de boca, 19,90 m de ponra, 14,67 m de calado máximo carregado - marca de verão (SSW), 7 porões de carga.

Propulsado por um motor Mitsui Man B&W 12.336 dwt x 82 rpm, um eixo, um hélice de passo fixo, desenvolvendo 14,5 nós de velocidade.

De acordo com o https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/145777/imabari-hands-over-bulk-carrier/

"The vessel design secures 80,000 mt dwt at under 14-meter draft, by widening the breadth compared to conventional panamax type bulk carriers, based on the fact that the draft restrictions of majority of the world’s ports called on by bulk carriers of that class is less than 14 meters.Enlarged hold capacity and strengthened hull with BC-A notation give the vessel broader and more flexible utility and the ability to carry wide range of cargoes including light cargo such as grain, common cargo such as coal and alternate loading of ore cargo as well. Cargo handling efficiency in port is also improved by widened the hatch openings.
Although the vessel size is enlarged and deadweight is increased, the ship reportedly has lower fuel consumption,which is attributed to the application of various energy saving measures. Furthermore, the Aero-Citadel type superstructure is adopted, which contributes to lower wind resistance and anti-piracy measures."

De acordo com o estaleiro: www.imazo.co.jp/english/e_comp/e_news/141203.html

"The Aero-Citadel is a superstructure with slimly streamlined shape which combines ship's accommodation, engine room , and funnel casing.

Wind pressure during navigation will be reduced by 25-30% (as the result of the wind tunnel testing). In case of Cape size bulk carrier, it will enable a decrease of about 2% in fuel consumption.(*) New marine use LED lighting is also introduced to the accommodation and engine room lighting system, which reduces electric power consumption used for lighting by about 50%.(* at normal output, about 9m/sec.(Beaufort 5) head wind)

Passadiço

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The slim, streamlined shape makes it easy to turn the bow of the ship toward windward during anchorage, and decrease the risk of anchor dragging.
All stairs are placed inside the superstructure as an anti-piracy measure, the entrance on lower level deck has thicker, reinforced steel doors. The accommodation windows are bulletproof, and water cannons are placed on the upper deck to prevent pirates entry into the accommodation.

Camarote do Comandante

There is a citadel facility which is refuge area in the superstructure that can accommodate all crewmembers for several days, protected by double-layer security doors. The facility is also equipped with communication devices usable even in case of blackout, ship maneuvering equipments such as stop main engine and steering gear, and is able to gather information of the ship’s data, including video picture and sound.

Salão dos Oficiais

The accommodation design also includes features in accordance with the SOLAS MLC2006 requirements which will come into effect in near future, such as strengthened noise insulation and vibration counter measure. Improved living conditions for crewmembers are provided and the wheelhouse has widened backward view for safer navigation.

Escritório do Comandante

Imabari Shipbuilding proposes the next generation superstructure Aero-Citadel to be applied for possible type of vessel, paying special attention to energy efficiency and environment issue, and pursuing reinforced anti-piracy , improvement of safety and living condition of crew members. "