Hummel, LNG Clean Power Generating Barge, 2014, 7.5MW, 50/60 Hz, 76.7x11.9x4m

Description

  1. Overview
    1. Power barge originally developed to enable visiting cruise vessels to power down main engines in port, reducing fuel use and pollution, whilst retaining full electrical power to on board systems.
    2. Capable of generating a total of 7.5 MW of power from 5 silent generators fed by two 17t LNG containers.
    3. Floating power plant providing clean and efficient cold ironing power to cruise harbours, terminals and local infrastructure.
    4. Can act as a backup power bank to the local electric and power grid, also potentially providing heated water to local systems.
  2. Vessel Identification
    1. Power barge Hummel.
    2. Pontoon year built: 2014, Slovakia.
    3. Class: BV barge special service.
  3. Specifications
    1. Pontoon dimensions: 76700 mm x 11900 mm x 4000 mm.
    2. Gas engines: Caterpillar G 3516 C.
    3. Rating: 1,622 kW (mech) / 1,500 rpm.
    4. Fuel: liquified natural gas (LNG) or natural gas (NG).
    5. Generators: Leroy Somer LSA 53 VL80/4P.
    6. 50 Hz operation: 1,935 kVA / 1,500 rpm cos phi 0.8 / 10,000 V / 50 Hz.
    7. 60 Hz operation: 1,931 kVA / 1,800 rpm cos phi 0.8 / 11,000 V / 60 Hz.
  4. Deck Equipment
    1. LNG containers on deck: 2 x 40' container, about 2 x 15 t LNG.
    2. Equipment for gas processing unit, transmission station, control room and diesel generator set arranged in four (4) individual deck containers.
  5. Condition
    1. Motors have a running time of between 12,100 and 13,800 hours.
    2. Gearbox has been replaced once and the barge no longer has a frequency-flexible gearbox.
    3. No overhauls or similar otherwise.
    4. No warranty included, however technical personnel would be provided worldwide for quick assistance.