Futuristic design and sustainable power
The AB Initio is both a state-of-the art instruction ship with accommodation for 30 people, and a great example of sustainable ship design. Built with recyclable materials, it has hybrid propulsion, since it partially generates energy using 200 m² of solar panels. The vessel is also future-fuel ready thanks to changeable generators, which can be easily adapted for a fuel cell or hydrogen when required.
C-Job began with a simple design for the AB Initio and then adapted it to make the ship look futuristic, innovative and recognizable – an important requirement of the tender. Our design approach also made the build more affordable by making the vessel relatively light, since it mainly transports people, and by creating a hull shape that cuts through the water. This avoided the need for a more complicated and expensive shallow ship design.
As well as training boatmasters, boatmen and boatwomen in practical and theoretical skills, the AB Initio will operate as a field lab. Companies will be able to test innovative maritime products and services on the vessel, in collaboration with students.
AB Initio – for Concordia Damen
Project highlights
Sustainable design
Generates additional electric power and ready for a hydrogen system
Modern, futuristic interior
Comfortable, safe, and complies to current regulations
Cost effective
Compact design and optimized hull shape
AB Initio – for Concordia Damen
Scope of work
Design and engineering for new-build vessels
Decarbonization, energy efficiency and compliance
AB Initio – for Concordia Damen
C-Job specialist testimonial
AB Initio – for Concordia Damen
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