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Clean Marine Adaptive Air Lubrication System

Clean Marine air lubrication system creating an air layer under the hull to cut frictional drag, reducing fuel use by 5–8% and improving CII; automatic draft-adaptive flow control, 7–10 day installation.

Description

The Clean Marine Adaptive Air Lubrication System (ALS) injects a thin layer of air beneath the hull in a proprietary configuration, replacing water with air to reduce frictional drag. Clean Marine states fuel savings of 5–8% and improved CII ratings. The system is installed on six Navig8 MR tanker newbuilds delivered in 2024.

Key features

  • Air flow automatically adjusted to vessel draft to optimise drag reduction
  • Bridge-based adaptive operating software that adjusts to wind, current and draught
  • Real-time data transmission ashore for performance monitoring
  • Installation in 7–10 days
  • Works in all weather conditions without restricting the vessel's operating profile

Support

  • 12-month warranty covering troubleshooting, repair or replacement
  • Annual inspection and maintenance by Clean Marine technicians
  • Round-the-clock customer care line

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