Alaska Marine Lines is purchasing 200 of the most energy efficient refrigerated units in the world.
Alaska Marine Lines is owned by Lynden and provides marine transportation to and from Alaska.
The Star Cool ‘reefers’ are said to achieve the industry's lowest energy consumption by matching the compressor speed to the required heat load of the container rather than running at a single constant speed. In addition, the box and refrigeration equipment are built as one unit with an insulation system designed to minimise energy loss.
Alaska Marine Lines already uses a time-share system on frozen loads, greatly reducing energy consumption, and the new Star Cool reefers will allow the same energy saving results for chill loads. The energy saved will make it possible to power more units during Alaska's peak fish season to accommodate high volumes for customers without additional generators, energy use and fuel costs.
Over the past two years, Alaska Marine Lines phased out its 220-volt reefers and transitioned to more energy efficient 440-volt units.
Lynden's environmental policy calls for meeting or exceeding environmental regulations, maximising fuel efficiency and monitoring and guarding against accidents, emissions and avoidable pollution.
