Shore power systems installed on three RoPax

The installations, on board the RINA-classed Finnstar, Finnmaid and Finnlady are part of Finnlines commitment to decarbonise its fleet and reduce the environmental impact on shoreside communities.

“Shore power is a valuable tool for shipowners looking to improve the environmental credentials of their vessels and I’m thrilled that our customer Finnlines have had such a positive experience with our team,” said Ina Reksten, Manta Marine Technologie, chief executive.

“We look forward to more ship owners boosting their green credentials through use of our turnkey shore power solution as well as other products in Manta Marine’s portfolio.”

A team from Manta Marine Technologies (formerly known as Yara Marine Technologies) worked closely with Finnlines to minimise vessel downtime, preparing the vessels for shore power, while Finnlines, in collaboration with the port authority, developed a cable management system for the quayside.

The first phase of the installations took place in spring 2023 with the initial power transfer trial taking place on board Finnmaid in December at the Port of Helsinki.

“The installation took ten months from start to completion on the first vessel, but this is due to specific long-lead items back in 2022,” explained Carl Fredrik Erikson, responsible for Manta Marine Technologies’ Shore Power Project Management, adding that installation times will be reduced due to shorter delivery time now.

“That said, they could also become longer if the whole market decides to invest at the same time,” he continued, pointing out that a number of operators are considering retrofit installations for their fleets.

The trial was followed by the successful commissioning of the Finnlady in beginning of 2024, followed closely by the Finnstar.