Review article
Hydrodynamic Aspects of a Ship in Weather Routing within the Context of Slow Steaming
Marijana Balas
orcid.org/0009-0009-0200-1991
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Engineering, Vukovarska 58, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Roko Dejhalla
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Engineering, Vukovarska 58, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Jasna Prpić-Oštrić
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Engineering, Vukovarska 58, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Abstract
The review paper addresses the intricate relationship between ship hydrodynamic performance and
the implementation of weather routing within the context of slow steaming. The maritime industry, as
a vital component of global trade, has faced increasing pressure to reduce its environmental footprint
and operational costs. Slow steaming, characterized by reduced cruising speeds, has emerged as a
sustainable approach to minimize fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Weather routing,
on the other hand, optimizes ship routes based on meteorological and oceanographic conditions, with
the aim of enhancing both safety and fuel efficiency. Ship hydrodynamics, encompassing resistance,
propulsion, maneuverability, and seakeeping, directly impact a ship’s performance. The relationship
between these hydrodynamic aspects and weather routing in the context of slow steaming is crucial
for optimizing fuel efficiency, reducing emissions, ensuring safety, and minimizing operational costs
in the maritime industry. By integrating these factors, ship operators can achieve a more sustainable
and efficient approaches to sea transport within the context of slow steaming and weather routing.
Keywords
ship, hydrodynamic performance, weather routing, slow steaming
Hrčak ID:
317137
URI
Publication date:
16.5.2024.
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