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Inland waterway: key to efficient waterway transport
Navigating the challenges of inland waterways demands propulsion systems that are both efficient and reliable. Shallow waters and high-power densities can strain your operations, but our CFD-engineered solutions ensure your vessel performs optimally with minimal fuel consumption. Our robust and silent propellers enhance navigation and maneuvering, providing you with the reliability and comfort needed for uninterrupted service.
Inland vessels are characterized by 24/7 uninterrupted service
We are aware of the harshness and demands of inland waterway work. Inland vessels are characterized by 24/7 uninterrupted service, work in shallow waters, high power densities, which demand robust propellers, and silent navigation that guarantees good comfort on board.
Expert engineering services for inland waterways
We deliver top-tier solutions for optimizing vessel performance in shallow waters. Our specialized engineering services focus on the design of highly robust propellers, ensuring maximum efficiancy and minimal cavitation & noise.
Robust design and minimum cavitation and noise level
Our CFD-optimized propellers guarantee these features by combining a robust design with maximum efficiency and a minimum level of cavitation and noise. Through the CFD study of the ship and its propeller, we can predict the behavior of the assembly and adapt the geometry of the propeller to achieve the required performance with minimal consumption. This design philosophy is not incompatible with competitive prices and delivery times by having our own propeller foundry.
“Vicus Propellers: Silent and efficient propellers for the inland waterway”
Other advance services
Although most of our references are sailing on the Rhine, our propellers also propel the large pushers of the Paraná waterway.
Do you need our services?
- Analysis and troubleshooting of noise and vibration problems.
- CFD hull optimization
- Design and supply of nozzles
- Design and supply of rudders
- Maneuverability studies
- Repowering
- Tow pull improvement
