52m OPV Thémis

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Scope of case study

  • Length: 52m
  • Built by: CMN Shipyard
  • Installation: 2018, retrofit
  • Hull Vane type: TT-shaped, appended
  • Speed: 10-21 knots
  • Results:  reduction in fuel consumption 18% at 12 knots, 27% at  15 knots, 22% at 20 knots, based on fuel scale trials with and without Hull Vane® with accurate fuel consumption measurement.

Interesting fact

The divers on this Fisheries inspection vessel like to use the Hull Vane® as a platform to put on or take off their gear.

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