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Sign upMay 17, 2023
Oceanking
Athens
In Athens, Greece, Oceanking has partnered with bound4blue to implement the eSAIL technology, a pioneering wind-assisted propulsion system designed to revolutionize marine propulsion. The eSAIL combines the ease of wingsails with the efficiency of Flettner rotors, leading to significant fuel savings, reduced operational costs, and minimal environmental impact. This integration highlights Oceanking's commitment to sustainability and positions them as leaders in maritime innovation in Greece and Cyprus. The partnership sets a benchmark for the maritime industry, promoting eco-friendly solutions that enhance performance and contribute to global climate change efforts.
The partnership between bound4blue and Oceanking aims to bring the efficient eSAIL wind-assisted propulsion technology to Greece and Cyprus, blending the best features of wingsails and Flettner rotors for a highly effective and compact solution that enhances the sustainability and cost-effectiveness of maritime operations.
The shipping industry transports 90% of the world’s cargo, resulting in enormous air pollution impacts. Designed as an engine assist technology, the rigid wingsail system is completely foldable to the ship's deck to avoid safety issues during harsh weather conditions or during loading/unloading operations. It is fully automated - no extra crew required - and will orient itself to maximize performances for any wind direction. As a result the wingsails thrust capacity is ten times higher than that of traditional sails and other existing novel designs. By generating effective thrust from wind power, Bound4blue’s rigid wingsails allow vessels to operate at their nominal service speed with reduced engine propulsion, thereby lowering fuel consumption and polluting less.
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