Maersk turns to sails to reduce fuel consumption of its container ships
La industria marítima vuelve a emplear esta tecnología ancestral para reducir el consumo futuro de combustible. Leer
Maersk has signed an agreement to install its first rotor sail on a container ship, a move aimed at reducing fuel consumption and meeting stricter environmental regulations. The 35-meter-high sail, designed by UK-based Anemoi, will be installed on a mid-sized container ship as a pilot project to test its effectiveness. The technology uses the Magnus effect to generate propulsion, and Anemoi claims it can operate in rough seas and winds of up to 35 meters per second.
The project is seen as a valuable opportunity for Maersk to gain practical experience and evaluate the relevance of wind-assisted propulsion for its fleet.
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