First 7S65ME-C ready for service

Long-standing licensee, Hitachi-Zosan of Japan has completed the first MAN B&W Diesel S65ME-C two-stroke engine. This is the first of three engines for Greek owner Dynacom. The 7S65ME-C main engines have been selected to power three Ice-class Suezmax tankers which are to be built by Universal Shipbuilding in Japan.

This engine has been tailor-made for fuel efficient power production for a broad range of medium sized vessels. With power outputs from 14,350 kW up to 22,960 kW, this

compact power unit presents owners with a range of cutting-edge technologies designed to optimise fuel use, reduce lube oil consumption, extend time between overhauls and lower overall maintenance costs. The electronic control gives precise control of the fuel

injection and exhaust valve timing, thereby optimising fuel efficiency. This control is also helped through the adoption of innovative design enhancements that have been brought

together in one package. Developments such as an approved ring pack configuration,

bore-cooled cylinder liners, better exhaust valve performance and combustion temperature parameters greatly improved through the use of the OROS-profiled

piston crown all create conditions for optimal engine operation.

Although this new type of two-stroke diesel engine was designed to respond to customers? specific present and future bulk carrier needs, it also fits neatly into Suezmax

tankers. Mr Ole Gr?ne, Senior Vice President, Two-stroke Sales and Marketing, MAN B&W Diesel A/S, states: “The recently completed S65ME-C engine offers an ideal solution for modern large bulk carriers and Suezmax tankers owners who wish to take advantage of the new engines? excellent fuel efficiency and ease of operation. It also matches the power requirements of the 2-3,000 teu containerships. Whatever segment of the market owners wish to operating in, MAN B&W Diesel offers the appropriate engine for vessels of all sizes.”