Rolls-Royce was contracted to provide the propulsion and power electric systems for the new ice classified super yacht »King Shark«. The 70 m long vessel is being built in Viareggio by Italian yacht company Rossinavi.
According to Rolls-Royce the »King Shark« allows the owner to [ds_preview]cruise the warm waters of the Caribbean and the freezing conditions of Antarctica in luxury. The vessel is equipped with amenities such as a soundproof cinema room, gym, spa and massage room and owner cabin with large private terrace and round pool. Designed inside and out by Team for Design, a yacht design and architecture firm based in Venice, Italy, the style is more elegant than the typical rugged profile of an Explorer Yacht. Naval architecture is by Arrabito Naval Architects and the yacht will be certified under RINA and Lloyd’s Register.
The electric propulsion allows the vessel to travel extensive distances, a range of 6,000 nautical miles at 12 kn and to reach a top speed of 17 kn. The Rolls-Royce SAVE Cube system allows the engines to be operated at variable speeds increasing efficiency and reducing fuel consumption at the different operating conditions. Installing drives, frequency converter and switchboard in a single cabinet also allows easier installation and saves space.
The company is also supplying two Azipull AZP085 azimuthing thrusters. This combination of low drag body and pulling propeller gives a high propulsive efficiency and enhanced maneuverability, together with good course keeping ability. Rolls-Royce is also supplying a dynamic positioning system for the vessel. This will help keep the vessel safe in the most extreme conditions by providing a “dynamic anchoring” capability which will hold the vessel in position counteracting the effects of both wind and wave.
The »King Shark« is due to be completed in 2021.
