In a historic moment, a new cargo ship powered almost entirely by wind set sail from France to New York, marking the first time in nearly a century that such a large vessel has crossed the Atlantic using wind propulsion. According to Fast Company, the French startup TOWT (TransOceanic Wind Transport) designed the ship to showcase the viability of wind-powered cargo ships as competitors to fossil fuel-based container ships.
Modern Innovation in Wind-Powered Shipping
TOWT’s ship, Anemos, is no ordinary sailing vessel. With carbon fiber masts that are taller and lighter than traditional wooden ones, it can hold sails that are double the size, catching more wind and enhancing efficiency.
Technological Support for Wind Propulsion
The ship’s reliance on modern meteorological models, satellite communications, and routing intelligence ensures that wind is a reliable and abundant propulsion source, making wind-powered shipping a competitive alternative to fossil fuel-driven vessels.
Sustainable and Competitive Future
TOWT aims to prove that wind-powered cargo ships are not only environmentally sustainable but also capable of competing in global trade, potentially reshaping the future of maritime transport.
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Source: FAST COMPANY
