What is the Air Cavity System?
Air Cavity System (ACS) is a unique air lubrication technology that reduces frictional resistance between the water and the hull surface.
ACS technology is one of the most comprehensively described eco-efficiency technologies, validated by the United Nations' IMO GHG study, 2009. ACS is also the only proven air lubrication technology that is applicable for both new build and existing vessels. As well as ensuring compliance with the EEDI, ACS is also a solution for the IMO's stepwise increased efficiency.
Johannes Johannesson
Naval Architect
Meet the team behind the technology.
Ship Efficiency : The Guide
The ACS Technology has recently been reviewed by Fathom Shipping.
“Developed by the pioneers of air lubrication for the marine market, DK Group, the technology was originally applied to custom newbuilds, where a cavity is designed along the length of the hull into which compressed air is pumped. A retrofit version has recently become available.”
