Now DNV’s SILENT-E class notation has been awarded to a merchant ship for the first time.
While propeller cavitation is the most significant source of underwater noise, every ship must be evaluated individually. To protect wildlife, a growing number of Canadian seaports are taking action to minimize underwater noise, such as port fee discounts for quieter vessels. ONEX Peace, an Aframax tanker built by Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries (HSHI), is the first merchant vessel which meets the Canadian requirements.
Learn more about the technical implications and the industry’s efforts to measure and reduce underwater noise.