Results for tag: "Ship Funnel"

In the context of maritime activities, a ship funnel, also known as a smokestack or chimney, is a crucial structure on the vessel used primarily for venting exhaust gases from the ship's engine(s) to the atmosphere. An efficient funnel design is vital for the proper dispersion of emissions, reducing the impact on air quality and conforming to international maritime regulations, including those set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The market for ship funnels encompasses the manufacture, design, and maintenance of these structures and includes advancements such as funnel retrofitting to incorporate exhaust gas cleaning systems (scrubbers) that reduce sulfur emissions from ships. Additionally, the market addresses the aesthetic aspects of funnels, which often bear the distinctive liveries and logos of the shipping lines and are an iconic part of a ship's silhouette. Several companies operate in the ship funnel market, providing a range of services from manufacturing to retrofitting and maintenance. Notable players in the field include Wärtsilä, which offers exhaust cleaning systems and funnel designs, Alfa Laval – known for its marine exhaust gas cleaning systems, and ABB Marine & Ports, which provides advanced emission reduction technologies. Other firms specializing in ship funnel construction and maintenance include Fincantieri, a renowned shipbuilding company, and Clean Marine, which focuses on exhaust gas cleaning systems for marine applications. Show Less Read more