Vindskip

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A hybrid merchant cargo vessel that combines wind power and LNG propulsion to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. The ship features a hull designed as a wing sail and uses Fraunhofer-developed software to optimize wind energy utilization.

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Maritime vessel design and sustainable shipping technology

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Maritime vessel design and sustainable shipping technology

company Norway 1 mention

International Maritime Organization (IMO)

United Nations agency regulating international shipping

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Research and Development

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LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) propulsion

Vindskip uses LNG-powered machinery for maneuvering and maintaining steady speed, offering a cleaner and more cost-effective alternative to heavy fuel oil.

Wing sail hull design

The Vindskip's hull is designed to function as a wing sail, allowing the vessel to harness wind energy efficiently while maintaining structural integrity and cargo capacity.

Wind-LNG hybrid propulsion system

Vindskip combines passive wind energy capture with active LNG propulsion to optimize fuel efficiency and reduce overall emissions.

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A hybrid merchant cargo vessel designed to use wind energy and LNG propulsion instead of heavy fuel oil, featuring a hull designed as a wing sail and Fraunhofer-developed optimization software.

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Wind energy optimization software for maritime vessels

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