Retractable sail for Capesize bulk carrier

When not in use, the sails are stored below deck Photo: Namura Shipbuilding Co.

Japan-based Namura Shipbuilding and operator NS United Kaiun Kaisha have teamed up on a joint research project aimed at developing a wind-powered system for a 183,000dwt Capesize bulk carrier.

Continue this article…

Already subscribed? SIGN IN now

V2-MS

Sign up for FREE to continue this article!

Want to read more before deciding on a subscription? It only takes a minute to sign up for a free account and you’ll get to enjoy:

  • Weekly newsletters providing valuable news and information on the shipping sector
  • Full access to our news archive
  • Live and archived webinars, podcasts and videos
  • Articles on innovations and current trends in the shipping industry
  • Our extensive archive of data, research and intelligence

Get more free content sign up today

Ready to subscribe? Choose from one of our subscription packages for unlimited access!