Following a recent technical agreement, Accelleron turbochargers are now authorised for use on UE two-stroke, diesel engines from Japan Engine Corp (J-Eng)
The development follows an agreement between Accelleron, formerly ABB Turbocharging, and enginebuilder J-Eng. The first Accelleron turbocharger A255-L was introduced on the latest UE engine model, 6UEC33LSH -C2, produced by J-Eng’s UE licensee in China, Zhejiang Yungpu Diesel Engine Co, Ltd, in July 2022.
“The agreement between our two companies will strengthen both our offerings and we are proud Accelleron turbochargers will be used in UE engines going forward”, said Accelleron low-speed turbocharger global sales head Alexandros Karamitsos. “Our experience and reliability make us confident our proven turbocharger technology can support the attainment of high fuel efficiency and lower emissions from UE engines as ship operators take action to decarbonise the global shipping fleet,” added Mr Karamitsos.
J-Eng was established in April 2017 following the consolidation of Kobe Diesel with the diesel engine division of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Marine Machinery. J-Eng is the only company in the world to have an integrated system of the UE engine from development to after-sales service and has a reputation for high quality and embracing the latest advanced technologies.
Designed for low-speed marine main engines, Accelleron /A200-L series turbochargers have accumulated over 5,400 orders to date. By raising volume flow with increased power density and compact design, the high efficiency and high-pressure ratios of turbocharging increase engine performance. This feature enhances the high fuel efficiency of the UE engine and contributes to reduce fuel consumption. It also contributes considerably to reduced CO2 emissions and decarbonising ships installed with UE engines, explained Accelleron.
