Berge Olympus
Berge Bulk proudly welcomes Berge Olympus to its fleet of energy-efficient vessels, joining her sister ships Berge Zugspitze, Berge Grossglockner, Berge Toubkal, and Berge Mulhacen. Named after Mount Olympus, the highest peak in Greece, reaching 2,917 meters, Berge Olympus embodies strength and sustainability.
Delivered in January 2018, Berge Olympus primarily transports iron ore from Brazil to the Far East, completing 38 successful voyages to date. Now, with her retrofitting in October 2023, Berge Olympus makes history as the world’s most powerful sailing cargo ship.
Equipped with four retrofitted WindWings, each boasting an impressive aerodynamic span of 37.5 meters in height and 20 meters in width, Berge Olympus harnesses wind power to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. This initiative aligns with Berge Bulk’s ambitious goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025, leading the way to a zero-carbon future in maritime transportation.
The installation of WindWings not only enhances efficiency but also demonstrates Berge Bulk’s commitment to sustainable practices. Alongside the WindWings, Berge Olympus features a ground-breaking shaft generator system, driven by the main engine to supply electric power to the vessel. With a capacity of 1MW, this system eliminates the need for auxiliary engines at sea, further reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
Berge Olympus symbolizes Berge Bulk’s dedication to innovation and sustainability in the shipping industry. As she sails between Brazil and China, exploiting favourable wind conditions along the trade route, Berge Bulk continues to lead the charge towards a greener, more sustainable future for maritime shipping.
| Berge Olympus | |
|---|---|
| Port of Registry/Flag | Douglas / Isle of Man |
| DWT | 211,152 MT |
| Draft | 18.62m |
| Length Overall | 300m |
| Breadth | 49m |
| No. of Hatches | 9 |
| No. of Holds | 9 |
| HOLD CAPACITY | |
| No. 1 | 24,071m3 |
| No. 2 | 26,712m3 |
| No. 3 | 26,717m3 |
| No. 4 | 23,150m3 |
| No. 5 | 23,158m3 |
| No. 6 | 23,150m3 |
| No. 7 | 26,717m3 |
| No. 8 | 26,701m3 |
| No. 9 | 25,065m3 |
| Total Max. Load | 225,441MT |
| MAIN ENGINE | |
| Main Engine Type | Wärtsilä 6X72 Tier II |
| Max Output | 17,500kW @ 82.6rpm |
| AUXILIARY ENGINES | |
| Type | Daihatsu 8DK-20e |
| No. | 3 |
| Max Output | 970kW |
Isle of Man
Dead-weight tonnage