Finland unveils uniquely ecofriendly icebreaker

The icebreaker ship Polaris is unique in many ways. It is the first icebreaker in the world capable of running on both liquefied natural gas (LNG) and ultra-low-sulphur diesel. Its total output of about 22 MW also makes it the most powerful icebreaker in Finland, a country that has long been known for its icebreaking expertise.

Polaris begins its service at a historical moment. In 2017 Finland celebrates the 100th anniversary of its independence. In recognition of the centenary, Polaris is adorned with the Finland 100 logo. The slogan for Finland’s big year, “Together,” is also an appropriate term to describe the design and construction process of the new icebreaker. The ship is the sum of the efforts of all the people who have contributed to Finland’s world-famous expertise in designing, building and operating heavy icebreakers.

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