ClassNK has validated the performance of the automated kite system, ‘Seawing,’ developed by Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha and OCEANICWING S.A.S. This validation, encapsulated in a Statement of Fact, highlights the system’s potential to meet environmental regulations and reduce fuel costs, reinforcing the maritime industry’s commitment to sustainability through wind-assisted propulsion systems.
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (“K” LINE) announced that its subsidiary, Oceanicwing, completed the first phase of land-based testing for the Seawing kite system. This innovative wind-assisted propulsion system aims to enhance maritime transport efficiency by harnessing high-altitude winds, with promising results leading to further development phases and larger-scale testing planned.
Amasus, a European shipping company, is partnering with Spain’s bound4blue for a second installation of the eSail technology on one of its cargo ships. This installation will feature the largest suction sail system on a general cargo vessel, with a 22-meter unit being retrofitted on a 90-meter cargo ship.
