PIRIOU Shipyard has delivered TOWT’s first sailing cargo ship, “Anemos,” set to sail to Le Havre today. The vessel will dock on Tuesday, loading operations to follow before embarking on its maiden voyage to New York City. CEO Guillaume Le Grand emphasizes the mission to decarbonize world shipping, marking a significant milestone in the fight against global warming.
French sailing freight transport company TransOceanic Wind Transport (TOWT) has joined the Zero Emissions Ship Technology Association (ZESTAs), dedicated to a sustainable marine industry. TOWT’s decarbonization efforts include ordering six additional vessels from French shipbuilder Piriou, expected to debut in 2026 and 2027, solidifying its position as the owner of the world’s largest fleet of sail cargo ships.
French sail shipping company TOWT announced ambitious plans for carbon-free cargo shipping, with strong demand and support from investors for six additional vessels. The vessels, each 1,000 tons, will carry up to 1,100 tons of cargo. TOWT aims for 500 ships by 2050, reducing carbon emissions by 95% compared to conventional ships.
