- bound4blue has secured a significant contract for a newbuild multi-purpose cargo vessel.
- The ship will transport supplies and up to 200 tourists.
- By adopting innovative technologies like eSAIL, SNA expects to optimize power usage.
Spanish cleantech engineering company, bound4blue, has secured a significant contract to install a cutting-edge 22-meter-high eSAIL on the NA PAE E HIRO, a newbuild multipurpose cargo vessel owned by SNA TUHA’A PAE, reports Offshore Energy.
Green Technology for Remote Island Development
Scheduled for launch in 2026, the vessel aims to blend green technology to accelerate development in the remote Austral Islands.
The ship will transport supplies and up to 200 tourists on voyages from Tahiti to the South Pacific archipelago.
Collaborative Ship Construction and Financial Support
The 89-meter-long newbuild will be constructed at Armon Shipyard in Vigo, Spain, with naval architecture by Cotenaval (Spain) and consultancy by ECO (France). Financial support is provided through the French Government’s initiative, aligning with local fleet renewal, opening the Australes, delivering cruise business, supporting local employment, and sustainability goals.
Suction Sail Technology for Energy Efficiency
The eSAIL, designed for retrofits and newbuilds, is a ‘suction sail’ that harnesses wind power using autonomous vertical sails with suction technology. It is expected to reduce energy consumption by 10%, contributing to sustainability goals.
Multi-Faceted Sustainability Approach
In addition to the eSAIL, the NA PAE E HIRO will feature engines capable of running on biofuel or e-fuel, as well as efficiency measures in waste treatment, electric POD propulsion, and autonomy in the freshwater supply. With a cargo capacity of 1,500 tonnes, the vessel aims to significantly reduce energy consumption and emissions per cargo tonne.
Commitment to Environmental Stewardship
Boris Piel, Technical Director of SNA, emphasizes the vessel’s role in the development of the islands, emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship as top priorities. The eSAIL is praised for its mechanical robustness, simplicity, stability, low maintenance, and clear environmental benefits.
Anticipated Benefits and Commercial Viability
By adopting innovative technologies like eSAIL, SNA expects to optimize power usage, reduce operational expenses (OPEX), and make a positive environmental impact. The collaboration with bound4blue marks a milestone in the application of this technology to newbuild vessels, showcasing a forward-thinking approach to maritime sustainability.
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Source: offshore energy
