Wallenius equips Way Forward with wing sails – the next step toward sustainable shipping
Way Forward already holds the highest Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) rating, A. The addition of wing sails is expected to further improve the vessel’s energy efficiency while generating valuable operational data on wind-assisted propulsion in commercial service. According to Johan Mattsson, CEO of Wallenius Marine, the initiative reflects the company’s ambition to turn promising technologies ...
Way Forward, a vessel already boasting the highest Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) rating, is set to enhance its energy efficiency with the addition of wing sails. This step, orchestrated by Wallenius Marine, aims to not only improve the ship's operational data but also contribute to the broader shift towards sustainable shipping.
Johan Mattsson, CEO of Wallenius Marine, expressed confidence in the potential of wind propulsion in the future of shipping, stating that this initiative is a crucial step in their commitment to reducing emissions. The Way Forward, designed with an optimized hull and a dual-fuel propulsion system, will benefit from the installation of wing sails, providing valuable insights into the integration of wind propulsion into future vessel designs and daily operations.
Peter Hörndlein, Head of Vehicle Logistics Overseas at Volkswagen Konzernlogistik, echoed similar sentiments, highlighting the vessel's dual-fuel propulsion system as a testament to collaborative efforts towards energy-efficient solutions. Amrit Kaur Bhullar, CEO of Oceanbird, applauded the growing momentum in wind-powered shipping, noting Wallenius' longstanding commitment to sustainable shipping and their role as a trailblazer in this field.
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