Successful preparation for onshore power supply for TT-Line ferries in Świnoujście

Ferry Peter Pan. Source: TT-Line's press release

The innovation in TT-Line’s actions

TT-Line consistently invests in modern technologies, which minimalize ferry transport’s influence on the environment. Ferry Peter Pan, which was built according to Green Ships project, is one of the most modern ships in the south of the Baltic Sea. The onshore power supply system allows to provide the ship with electric energy from the land during the layover in the port and simultaneously eliminates necessity for usage of engines and generators. Currently it is one of four ships in the operator’s fleet, which is equipped with connection compatible with the Ferry Terminal in Świnoujście. At the moment, the most effective solutions that reduce emissions in ferry transport are considered to be the ones that TT-Line has been implementing for years now: exhaust gas cleaning systems, LNG fuel engines and onshore power supply systems.

Investment in the Ferry Terminal in Świnoujście in line with the "green port" idea

At the Ferry Terminal in Świnoujście, the first project in line with the green port idea was implemented, which is expressed by the first use of an electrical connection for ferries moored at the Terminal. Investment in a shore-based power supply system brings numerous benefits both locally and globally.

Benefits for Świnoujście residents

For the residents of Świnoujście and the surrounding areas, powering ferries from the shore means cleaner air and a healthier environment. Reducing CO2, NOx and SOx emissions and particulate matter contributes to improving air quality, while reducing noise in the port creates a quieter and more pleasant atmosphere.

Global benefits

Globally, implementing the shore power system on TT-Line ferries is a step towards the sustainable development of ferry transport. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution contributes to combating climate change and protecting the environment.

Testing the compatibility of shore connection with ferry installations

In order to transmit electricity, a high-voltage power cable fed from the shore power point through hatches on the ferry sides is connected to the junction box installed on the ferry. To ensure flexibility, the Peter Pan ferry is equipped with three junction boxes on each side. The safety system includes emergency stop buttons, a UPS module and relays in the switchboards.

The tests carried out demonstrated the ferry's ability to connect to a shore-based power supply point without any problems, while maintaining all safety measures. During the tests, the readiness for manual and automatic synchronization was checked, switching from generator power to shore power, as well as the full integration of the Peter Pan ferry with the system at the Ferry Terminal in Świnoujście.

The successful course of the tests confirms that TT-Line is a pioneer of innovative shipping technologies and a leading shipowner in ferry transport in the southern Baltic, symbolizing quality, precision and environmental awareness.

Ferry m/s Peter Pan

Length: 229,40 m
Width: 31 m
Draft: 6,7 m

Source:
[TT-Line’s press release]