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Norsepower True Performance™ directly measures the real-time thrust of both Rotor Sails™ and ship propellers, providing precise data on wind propulsion efficiency.
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The system aids shipowners, charterers, and regulators in optimizing performance and ensuring emissions regulation compliance.
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Developed with advanced AI analytics and sensor technologies, it sets a new standard for transparency and efficiency in the shipping industry.
In response to increasing environmental and regulatory pressures, Norsepower has introduced Norsepower True Performance™, an innovative performance monitoring system designed to assess the efficiency of wind propulsion under varying conditions accurately. This solution provides the shipping industry with precise, real-world data to support environmental and commercial objectives, according to Norsepower Rotor Sails.
Real-Time Measurement of Wind Propulsion Efficiency
Norsepower True Performance™ distinguishes itself by directly measuring the real-time thrust generated by both the Norsepower Rotor Sails™ and the ship’s propeller. This approach offers clear insights into fuel savings and emissions reductions, delivering an unprecedented level of accuracy and transparency for wind propulsion systems.
Facilitating Data-Driven Decision Making
Beyond performance tracking, the system enables long-term optimization of sail technology and assists in operational planning. It provides clarity in fuel savings attribution, aiding shipowners and charterers in fairly distributing operational cost benefits. This strengthens the business case for adopting wind-assisted propulsion solutions.
Supporting Compliance with Global Maritime Regulations
With global maritime regulations such as the IMO’s Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), FuelEU Maritime, and the forthcoming Global Fuel Standard (GFS), Norsepower True Performance™ plays a crucial role in regulatory compliance. It provides ship operators and regulators with the reliable data they need to quantify the environmental benefits of wind propulsion accurately.
Expert Insights on a Breakthrough Technology
Heikki Pöntynen, Norsepower’s CEO, described the system as a transformative development, capable of delivering the most precise measurements of wind propulsion performance to date. Ville Paakkari, Head of R&D, emphasized the years of rigorous research and advanced AI-powered analytics that underpin the system’s ability to isolate and quantify the true thrust contribution of sails.
Shaping the Future of Sustainable Shipping
Launched in anticipation of discussions at MEPC 83, Norsepower True Performance™ arrives at a pivotal moment for the shipping industry’s energy transition. By offering granular, high-frequency sensor data, the system not only builds confidence in wind propulsion but also supports the sector’s broader goal of achieving net-zero emissions. Norsepower continues to lead the way in maritime innovation, driving forward the adoption of sustainable technologies for a cleaner future.
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