15 Jul 13 - 10:04
Meet the crew of Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller
The first Triple-E has commenced its maiden voyage in Busan, South Korea. A selection of highly qualified crew members, specifically chosen because of their background and experience, will man the largest ship in the world.
The ship can accommodate 34, and in principle run with as few as 13, but in regular service approximately 22 persons will make out the crew. Understanding of roles and responsibilities on the vessel is of utmost importance to ensure smooth sailing and safety.
The crew is involved in the sea trials, but will also use the first voyages to really get the hang of how the ship performs.
The Triple-E is designed for slow speeds and energy performance. But this doesn't make it less interesting, insists Niels Peter, Chief Engineer . "It is a huge satisfaction," he says" when you know the enormous costs involved which are pumped through the system, if you can cut a few percent off that" Niels adds that the Triple-E is quite different from previous vessels with its added weight and more box-like hull shape. "It will take some getting used to, and the captain will need to be aware of the capabilities of the vessel," continues Niels.
They are fully confident, however, that sailing the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller will indeed be a special experience. The maiden voyage begins today.
The crew is ready for the attention the vessel will receive in ports along the way, creating history with the latest record-breaking member of Maersk Line's fleet.
Click at Triple-E official website to view more information about the crew athttp://www.worldslargestship.com
