Bjørn Sturle Hillestad

Future of propulsion technology: How to stay competitive in 2030

When you are looking to the future, it is easy to be blinded by the potential of new technology. However, more revealing than the hardware itself, is the considerations, design-principles and approach underpinning them.

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medstraum fast ferry

Revolutionizing Green Transport - The Medstraum Ferry

Introduction In today’s maritime industry there is an increased demand for innovative and eco-friendly solutions that not only meet the current...

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Fast ferry coast line

The most valuable energy is the one you do not use

In today’s marked there is a collective strive towards zero emissions. It is therefore not surprising that many are exploring how to build vessels,...

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Seastreak Wall Street

The Seastreak 'Wall Street' Fast Ferry and How they Reduced Operational Cost and CO2 Emissions

Seastreak is a ferry service between New Jersey and New York City, and entered service at the early 2000’s. The fast ferry was originally delivered...

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Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) for vessels

Potential fuel saving in converting from Water Jet to CPP

Because of its link to the overall performance of the vessel, the propulsion system is doubtlessly an important part of any vessel. The three most...

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