Fincantieri is also still focused on
what it calls its make or buy strategies, by outsourcing lower value-added activities while insourcing those relating to the design, production and installation of highly specialised systems and critical components. Fincantieri’s spokesperson explains
that: “So far we have particularly focused on insourcing (partially or completely) the production and installation of items such as cabins, public areas, air conditioning and galleys.” T e company also highlights that one
of the most signifi cant projects currently under construction is the ferry F.A Gautier, which is scheduled for delivery for the end of the year, and is the yard’s fi rst experience with LNG fuelled ships. He says that the project has been
quite challenging for all those involved, including the owner. The vessel was
designed from scratch with everything having to be completely reworked during the design development. F.A Gautier has a length overall of 133.20m with a moulded breadth of 22.40m and a capacity of 800 passengers. T e vessel
“Fincantieri is expanding rapidly on a global level and the IPO enabled us to further enhance our visibility in the international markets”
is fitted with four Wärtsilä 12V34DF engines that have a power output of 5,220kW at 720rpm and has two 250m3 LNG tanks. Fincantieri has also been working on
two additional cruise ships for Viking cruises. T ese ships will be sister vessels of those ordered last year with the deliveries scheduled for mid-2016 and early 2017. A spokesperson says that the Viking
projects have been challenging because the owners have a clear business model; which Fincantieri has worked closely with. T e two vessels, Viking Star and Viking Sky will weigh approximately 47,800gt and will have 465 staterooms, accommodating 930 guests. Also, like their sister ships, the vessel was designed by experienced naval architects and engineers, including London-based SMC Design and Los Angeles-based Rottet Studios. NA
September 8th -11th, Newcastle University, UK
Call for Papers: Submission of Abstracts 20th February 2015
In collaboration with the International Marine Simulation Forum, Newcastle University will host the next MARSIM conference. The conference series brings together, every 3 years since 1978, subject experts and distinguished speakers to discuss technical and topical issues, while exhibitors showcase the latest in maritime simulator technologies and training products. The objective is to provide a platform for the dissemination of state-of-the-art research and current practice while at the same time nurturing a network for collaboration and commerce.
Papers are welcomed on a wide variety of topics related to ship manoeuvring and simulation.
For more information please contact Sheree Ibbetson at:
sheree.ibbetson@ncl.ac.uk or visit our website:
http://conferences.ncl.ac.uk/marsim2015 The Naval Architect January 2015 45
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