Everllence has secured the world’s first order for its new B&W ME-GI Mk10.7 dual-fuel methane engine.
Norwegian shipowner Global Car Carriers (GCC) selected the engine for four new 8,600 CEU car carriers under construction at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard in Nanjing.
CSSC Engine Co. will build the four 6S60ME-GI Mk10.7 engines in Qingdao, China.
The order marks the first commercial application of the ME-GI engine on the new Mk10.7 platform.
Everllence said the engine delivers high fuel efficiency, operational flexibility, near-zero methane slip and proven reliability.
The company added that the dual-fuel design allows operators to switch between methane and fuel oil without sacrificing performance.
The new engines will help shipowners reduce fuel consumption, lower emissions and prepare for future environmental regulations.
Everllence said the ME-GI platform has now surpassed 1,260 engine orders, representing more than 33 GW of installed engine power.
The company expects the Mk10.7 generation to strengthen the ME-GI engine’s position in the growing market for dual-fuel propulsion.
