Wind is once again set to become one of shipping’s most important sources of energy. To accelerate this development, Wallenius Marine, together with KTH, RISE and AlfaWall Oceanbird, is launching a new research project to build new knowledge on how vessels can be designed to better harness the potential of modern wind propulsion systems.
Shipping is facing one of the greatest transformations in its history. As industry looks for solutions to reduce emissions, interest in wind-powered propulsion is growing. For Wallenius Marine, wind is not simply a complement to the ships of the future, but a central part of tomorrow’s energy system at sea.
To realise this ambition, the research project WinPrOVeDD (Wind Propulsion Oriented Vessel Deck Design) is now being launched. Supported by the Swedish Energy Agency, the project will investigate how vessel design affects the efficiency of wing sails and other wind propulsion systems. Previous research shows that conventional vessel designs can significantly limit performance, while a more aerodynamic design can
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