The VARD shipbuilding group has contracted TMC Compressors (TMC) to supply the market’s most energy efficient marine compressed air system to a stern trawler that is being built for Norwegian fishing company Havbryn AS.
At the heart of the vessel’s marine compressed air system is TMC’s Smart Air compressors, which can offer up to 40% energy saving compared to conventional compressors. The system will consist of control and service air compressors plus air dryers.
TMC’s Smart Air compressors are based on a frequency-controlled technology that offers precise control of the compressor speed. This means that the speed of the electrical motor adjusts according to the exact air volume demand. In turn, lower air consumption requires less speed on the compressor, and this directly results in less power consumption.
‘We understand that VARD will outfit the trawler with its with highly efficient energy storage system, energy management system and an innovative heat recovery system that all contribute towards minimised fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Our Smart Air compressors, which can offer up to 40% energy saving compared to conventional compressors, certainly add to the clear and impressive energy-saving profile of this stern trawler,’ said Hans Petter Tanum, TMC’s director of sales and business development.
The TMC system will be installed in the 84-metre trawler under construction for Havbryn AS, part of the Ålesund-based Strand Rederiet. This vessel is expected to be delivered in the third quarter of 2026.
‘We have delivered our Smart Air compressors to vessels of the VARD 8 02 design in the past, so we are familiar with the vessel design and VARD’s work methodology and quality requirements,’ Hans Petter Tanum added.
