Kongsberg Maritime (KM) is dividing its propeller systems into three distinct categories, C-Line, P-Line, and X-Line, in order to ensure the provision of reliable, safe, high-quality and high-performing propeller solutions adapted to customer-specific requirements and pricing levels.
The C-Line stands for ‘Configured’, and indicates that these propellers are configured within a pre-defined technical spectrum to suit customers whose priorities are short lead times and a strong performance-to-cost ratio. Options are available within the C-Line propeller solution to fine-tune the offering further, presented in a lucid and straightforward manner which simplifies the decision process for customers. C-line simply enables higher quality and performance for the volume market.
The P-Line propellers prioritise Performance, and are therefore suitable for customers prioritising propeller requirements such as the highest efficiency and the lowest levels of noise and vibration. Multiple options are offered, and a Kongsberg engineer will consult closely with customers to ensure that P-Line propellers are designed to exact hydrodynamic and mechanical specifications.
The X-Line denotes ‘Extreme’, underlining the fact that these are fully-tailored propeller solutions intended for customers with an exceptional requirement for special features which go beyond the norm. Close collaboration between customers and an appointed Kongsberg project team is a fundamental facet of X-Line propeller solutions, and KM is pleased to confirm that the option possibilities are limitless, extending to the inclusion of R&D for new solutions.
Trond Paulsen, VP Propulsion and Engine Sales, KM, said: “We’re very excited to continue the regional rollout of our CPX propeller solutions, improving our competitiveness in the volume market,” says . “The CPX lines give us great flexibility as well as allowing us a quicker response time when dealing with shipyards and designers. The clear definitions within CPX allow Kongsberg to remain flexible while still being competitive on almost all vessel types above 1,000kW. We believe this will really help us to grow market shares for propellers, both as standalone items and complete solutions.”
