Replacing a 23-year-old hospital ship, the Jeonnam Hospital Ship 511 is a game-changer in providing advanced medical services to island residents on the south coast of South Korea. This 390-ton vessel boasts state-of-the-art medical equipment and a cutting-edge onboard propulsion system, ensuring enhanced safety and improved medical treatment, even in emergency situations on remote islands.

Uniquely suited to the challenges of coastal island areas with shallow water depth, the ship features waterjet propulsion and an environmentally friendly electric combined propulsion system. By utilizing diesel engines for high-speed operations and electric motors for low-speed, short-distance journeys, the ship is poised to achieve carbon neutrality, reducing air pollutant emissions while saving energy.

Equipped with dual MJP 850 DRB waterjets, this 49-meter vessel showcases hybrid/electric capabilities for eco-friendly operations.

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This vessel is the first hybrid waterjet propulsion vessel in Korea built with this state-of-the-art technology. Hybrid: Propulsion motor, Battery, and energy management system – Praxis

Originally it was designed to patrol Masan port at 30 knots. However, upon completion, the hybrid vessel exceeded its speed requirement at 32 knots.