The Olympic Zeus marked a significant advancement in maritime technology and a disruptive step into reduced environmental footprints upon its delivery in 2009.
It gained tremendous attention in the Anchor-Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) market by adopting a hybrid Diesel-Electric/Diesel-Mechanical (DE/DM) power system, unlike its predecessors that relied on solely Diesel-Mechanical (DM) propulsion.
Reduction in fuel consumption
Innovation resulted in an impressive reduction in fuel consumption by up to 70% in specific modes
This innovation resulted in an impressive reduction in fuel consumption by up to 70% in specific modes, and astonishing clients.
“The Olympic Zeus was the best! Today, 15 years later, she is still among the best,” comments the shipowner, Olympic Shipping. In 2024, this groundbreaking vessel celebrated its 15th anniversary.
Reducing the environmental footprint
The vessel is based on the ULSTEIN A122 design by Ulstein Design & Solutions AS and constructed at Ulstein Verft. It is state-of-the-art in multiple ways, including the hybrid machinery, deep-water capabilities, excellent seakeeping, and performance characteristics that ensure outstanding fuel economy and low emissions.
Already 15 years ago, Olympic Shipping and Ulstein had a strong focus on reducing the environmental footprint of the vessels.
"It is still an excellent vessel with a very relevant setup, and there are not many other vessels around even today that can compete with it," Runar Stave, Chief Technical Officer of Olympic Shipping.
