Finland’s Bluetech has partnered with INSW to develop the ‘SeaWasp’ tanker, focusing on wind propulsion while integrating with INSW’s MR fleet. Enhanced by Norsepower’s Rotor Sails, the design achieves substantial fuel savings, with projected annual reductions of 597.2 metric tons, improving efficiency by 13.5% under optimal conditions.
Glasgow’s EcoNavis Solutions has teamed up with Singapore’s ShipDyn to create the Y-Hull design, merging catamaran stability with monohull efficiency. The design features twin forward demi-hulls, improving stability and reducing fuel consumption by 25%. This innovative partnership aims to revolutionize marine applications while addressing environmental challenges in the industry.
German container line operator Hapag-Lloyd has successfully implemented Shipshave’s In Transit Cleaning of Hull (ITCH) solution on two container ships, resulting in significant fuel savings and emissions reduction. Collaborating with DNV, the vessels showed improved energy efficiency over 17 months, proving the effectiveness of proactive hull cleaning in reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
