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  • Tesla Shanghai’s Jan-Sept 2021 Production To Reach 300,000 Units Despite Chip Shortage

    Tesla Shanghai’s Jan-Sept 2021 Production To Reach 300,000 Units Despite Chip Shortage

    Tesla’s Shanghai factory is expected to produce 300,000 cars in the first nine months of the year, capped by a delivery rush in the end of the July-September quarter, despite a global semiconductor shortage, two sources said. The factory makes the electric Model 3 sedans and Model Y sport-utility vehicles for domestic and international markets, including Germany and Japan.

    Around 240,000 vehicles were shipped from the factory in the first eight months, including many for export, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association. Tesla has not announced details on the factory’s production.An official in the area where Tesla’s factory is located said it is expected to produce 450,000 vehicles this year, including 66,100 for export.

    The sources requested anonymity, as they were not allowed to speak to media. Tesla did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

    In August, an official in the area where Tesla’s factory is located said it is expected to produce 450,000 vehicles this year, including 66,100 for export.

    Tesla is hiring managers for legal and external relations teams in China as it faces public scrutiny in the country over data security and customer service complaints.

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  • Chinese EV Maker Nio Cut Sales Forecast Due To Chip Supply Shortage

    Chinese EV Maker Nio Cut Sales Forecast Due To Chip Supply Shortage

    Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio Inc on Wednesday cut its delivery forecast for the third quarter this year due to uncertain and volatile semiconductor supplies. Nio cut its delivery forecast for the third quarter to around 22,500 to 23,500 vehicles from a previous 23,000-25,000 vehicles. It delivered 5,880 electric sports-utility vehicles last month, up 48% from a year earlier.

    Li Auto Inc, which sells extended-range electric vehicles, said it sold 9,433 vehicles last month, up 248% from a year earlier. It targets 10,000 units monthly sales in September. Xpeng Inc sold 7,214 cars in August, up 172% year-on-year. Its chief executive He Xiaopeng said it expects monthly deliveries to reach 15,000 units in the final quarter this year.

    A prolonged global chip shortage has caught major automakers including Ford Motor, Honda Motor, General Motors, and Volkswagen off guard, forcing many to idle or curtail production. The shortage was unlikely to resolve soon as the pandemic rages on in many parts of the world, China’s top auto industry body said last month. U.S. listed shares of Nio were down 4.3% at $37.63 in premarket trading, while Xpeng fell more than 2%. Li Auto, Nio, and Xpeng are three leading Chinese EV startups that compete with U.S. electric car maker Tesla Inc and local companies including Geely and Great Wall Motor.

    Separately, Tesla had sold 32,968 China-made vehicles in July, including 24,347 for export, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association last month. However, local sales of China-made Tesla vehicles had plunged 69% month-over-month to 8,621 cars in July. The company makes electric Model 3 sedans and Model Y sport-utility vehicles in a Shanghai plant. China sales, which account for nearly a third of its total sales, is closely watched as a sign of the automaker’s health in its second-biggest market, where it has invested heavily.

  • Underwater Propeller Repair for Efficient Fuel Consumption

    Underwater Propeller Repair for Efficient Fuel Consumption

    No matter the size or style of your vessel, fuel consumption is always something that ship owners are looking to improve. With today’s fuel costs significantly higher than that of the past, finding any possible measure to lower consumption is always welcomed.

    One of the most important ways to ensure your vessel’s fuel consumption is optimized is to conduct underwater investigations and repairs on the propeller. As the driving force of every ship, the propeller’s condition is directly correlated with the amount of fuel the ship consumes during each voyage.

    The first and most obvious step is to check to the propeller blades for any damage, including dents and scratches that alter the natural rotation. Although they may seem miniscule, even the smallest imperfections on the blades can drastically decrease fuel efficiency, leading to higher costs on every trip you make.

    Smooth Blades for Better Consumption

    If a propeller is discovered to have dents or damage that are inhibiting its movement, a majority of the time it will undergo a smoothing process. The intensive propeller polishing creates smooth and damage-free blades that immediately impact the amount of fuel which is consumed. The added benefit of the process is that it helps maintain the propeller by removing any initially small damage that can grow into a biggest problem in the future.

    By regularly polishing propeller blades, you are not only saving money with the amount of fuel your vessel consumes, but you are also taking preventive measures to ensure you will not need to drydock your ship for more serious problems in the future.

    Propeller Cone Fin Installation

    Another method for saving fuel is adding a cone fin to your propeller, which helps reduce energy loss in its slipstream. By limiting the cavitation on the hull and rudder, this simple yet effective addition can lower fuel consumption by up to 5% immediately.

    The installation process for the cone fins is done completely underwater by the expert team of licensed diving ship technicians, meaning that your vessel will not need to be drydocked or be out of service at any point. The cone is lowered into the water as close as possible to the propeller, then the technicians go to work to install them directly onto the propeller’s vortex hub.

    At Antwerp Underwater Solutions, we offer a wide variety of propeller services that can help you maximize fuel consumption efficiency without having to undergo serious repairs or processes. Our experienced diving engineers are able to complete all the work in a timely manner, while the process is extremely affordable and offers an incredible return on investment due to the massive savings on fuel consumption.

  • 60,000 Tourists Visit Bali by Cruise Ship

    60,000 Tourists Visit Bali by Cruise Ship

    A luxury cruise ship line Princess Cruises will bring more than 60,000 foreign tourists to experience the natural charm and culture of Indonesia.

    During the 2017-2018 holiday season, Princess Cruises will offer exciting travel plans to Bali, Lombok, Komodo Island, Makassar, Semarang, and Probolinggo. Bali is a favorite destination out of the 20 total destinations.

    “Princess Cruises continues to enhance tourism in Indonesia by dedicating five cruise ships that will have 26 trips to Indonesia.”

    The five cruise ships that have trips to Indonesia are Sapphire Princess, Diamond Princess, Golden Princess, Sun Princess, and Sea Princess.

    According to data from the Cruise Line INternational Assistance Association (CLIA), more than 2 million people were on the Continent of Asia cruise in 2015. This number is expected to double to 4 million by 2020.

    In 2014, CLIA also noted there were more than 18,000 yacht tourists coming from Indonesia, and that number doubled to 40,000 by 2015.

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