Valmet has secured an order to deliver a marine methanol fuel automation control system for two cable laying vessels from China Merchants Industry Digital Technology.
The order will benefit Jan De Nul’s vessels constructed at the China Merchants Heavy Industry (Jiangsu) shipyard.
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The financial details of the order remain undisclosed.
The contract includes a comprehensive automation package, featuring a methanol control system, a methanol safety system compliant with SIL2 standards, 1000 I/O points, four communication ports, and remote access capabilities.
The integration of these systems is expected to enhance the operational efficiency and safety of the vessels, which are increasingly adopting greener fuels.
Jan De Nul vessel construction manager Philippe Hermans said: “Valmet has experience in green fuel supply system control. Their technical expertise can add value to our operations.”
Valmet automation systems marine sales manager Gavin Wang said: “Valmet DNA has strong processing capability and reliability, which can meet the high safety standard of Jan De Nul.
“I am confident the investment will support Jan De Nul in leading a green and low-carbon operating model in the subsea cable business.”
Valmet’s expertise in green fuel technology for marine vessels is well-established, having been the automation provider for the global methanol project with Stena Line in 2014.
Jan De Nul provides engineering solutions in offshore energy, dredging solutions, construction projects, and planet redevelopment.
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