March 21, 2025
GNV Tests RINA’s Smart System to Cut Fuel Use on New Ship
GNV is using RINA’s SERTICA Performance on its newest ship, GNV POLARIS, starting with tests during the vessel’s first journey from China to Italy. This smart system helps monitor fuel use, improve efficiency, and optimise operations.
How It Works:
Real-time Monitoring
- Sensors on board track key data like fuel consumption and engine power.
- The system gives a clear picture of energy use for the crew and onshore teams.
Better Fuel Efficiency
- Tests identified two best ways to run the ship for minimum fuel use.
- Simulations at different speeds helped find the most efficient setup.
- The system was tested on the Genoa-Palermo route, confirming accurate fuel-saving predictions.
Smart Learning for the Future
- A machine learning model of the ship predicts performance over time.
- It helps plan maintenance, like cleaning the hull or adjusting engines, to keep fuel use low.
- The system can also simulate different routes to find the best settings for new journeys.
