Green ships and the future of the maritime industry 1: France’s first wind ship sets sail!

The significance of environmentally friendly vessels (Green ships) cannot be overstated.

The climate crisis has prompted the requirement for ships that are decarbonized. The maritime sector is acknowledged as one of the principal contributors to environmental degradation, and remedial measures are urgently required. Eco-friendly ships are gaining attention as one such solution. The objective is to discover methods for improving the effectiveness of vessels without putting undue strain on the environment.

Electric ships are the most prominent form of eco-friendly shipping at sea, just as electric vehicles have revolutionized transportation on land. Ships that run on electricity instead of conventional fuels have the huge advantage of reducing air pollution. Electric vessels are also distinguished by their low levels of noise and vibration, thereby minimizing their impact on marine ecosystems. In the interim, in France, a vessel powered by wind has been constructed and embarked on its initial voyage using decarbonized technology.

The first French wind-powered cargo ship, Canopée!

In October of 2023, Canopée, the inaugural wind-powered hybrid industrial cargo vessel in France, was dedicated in Bordeaux, located in the southern region of France. Custom-built for the ArianeGroup space launch company, the vessel will soon be headed to the Kourou Space Station in French Guiana.
Measuring 121 meters long, 22 meters wide, and 37 meters high, the four-masted vessel’s mission is to transport Ariane 6 launch vehicle components from European ports to Kourou’s Paricabo port to help assemble the rocket for the next 15 years. According to the ArianeGroup, the cargo ship will use wind to power its nine annual trips, saving 30 to 40 percent of conventional fuel. Currently, shipping accounts for 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

This is the beginning of the commercial phase. The company acquired possession of the vessel in December 2022 and has been operating it between Europe and Guiana without the mast that was added during the summer. On Sunday, it will embark on its maiden voyage to Bremen, Rotterdam, and on to Guyana, where it is expected to arrive in early November.

– Jean-Michel Berud, Chairman of Jifmar offshore

The ship’s builders said the French-flagged vessel as an innovation that responds to the need to rationalize costs and develop more sustainable modes of transportation.

This ship will pave the way for carbon-free transportation in the future

– Christophe Caralf, Head of Supply Chain, ArianeGroup

The Canopée’s automated wings, which measure 37 meters in height and 11 meters in width, are comprised of two flaps, one located at the front and one at the rear. It is steered by an algorithm that analyzes the weather and winds ahead to find the optimal amount of propulsion while turning 360 degrees. “It’s like an airplane wing that generates a lot of thrust by lowering the flaps so the plane can take off,” says Romain Gransart, head of operations at the Ayro startup. Ship systems are easier to handle than large cranes and do not require long hours of special training for sailors, maximizing human efficiency.

What is the impact of climate change on the shipping industry?

The climate crisis is a problem related to global warming, which is caused by an increase in the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. The shipping industry is one of the most fuel-consuming industries and produces a lot of carbon dioxide emissions. Therefore, the problem of environmental pollution in the shipping industry is closely related to the climate crisis. That’s why the introduction of eco-friendly ships is essential for the shipping industry to respond to the climate crisis. Decarbonized ships and the future of the shipping industry

Decarbonizing ships is an important strategy for the future of the shipping industry.

Eco-friendly ships that do not use conventional fuels can help protect the environment and reduce fuel costs. They are also recognized as an essential element of compliance with international environmental regulations. As a result, the global maritime sector is swiftly preparing for environmental sustainability by introducing and utilizing carbon-neutral vessels.

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