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BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 10. Innovations will
be implemented on a new generation Ro-Pax ferry, being built at the
Baku Shipyard (BGZ) by order of Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company
(ASCO), one of the AZCON Holding companies, according to schedule,
Trend reports.
As much as 70 percent of the total work on the project and 99
percent of the ship’s hull and engineering work have already been
completed.
Besides, 94 percent progress has been recorded in the
procurement and supply process.
In parallel, electrical installation work, assembly of
mechanisms, insulation, and construction of living quarters are
being carried out.
The commissioning of the Ro-Pax type ferry, which will be the
third of this type in the ASCO fleet, will make a significant
contribution to the continuity of the increasing cargo and
passenger flows in the Caspian Sea, as well as along the Middle
Corridor, and the sustainability of transportation.
In comparison with previous vessels of the same type,
constructive and functional innovations are applied in this
project.
A three-ton utility crane will be installed on the ship, as well
as additional storage tanks for the compressed air system.
It’s planned to install a separate power supply system for
refrigerated containers on the ferry and an infrastructure to
detect hazardous gases in the cargo compartment.
Moreover, additional detection equipment for the foam fire
extinguishing system, two valve doors, one metal door, and one
additional hatch will be included in the ship’s structure.
An automatic railway track system will be implemented on the
ferry, and a new braking system will be installed on the cargo
platform.
There will also be innovations in the main engine room.
An additional cooling system will be integrated in this
compartment, as well as two service hatches, and two service cranes
will be placed.
The project is being implemented based on the principles of
energy efficiency and minimal environmental impact
requirements.
AZCON (Azerbaijan Transport and Communications Holding) operates
as a public legal entity, strategically positioned to optimize the
governance and operational synergy of state-owned enterprises,
state-affiliated business entities, and public legal entities
within its jurisdiction. The objective is to optimize operational
efficiencies, bolster competitive advantage, and fortify fiscal
sustainability in accordance with established protocols.
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