Ocean Network Express (ONE) proudly announces the commencement of a new trial focused on harnessing wind propulsion as an eco-friendly solution for the maritime sector. After successfully concluding factory testing, ONE, in collaboration with Dutch maritime wind technology specialists Econowind, is preparing to outfit two containerised wind assist devices, named VentoFoil containers, onto the MV Kalamazoo. This 1,036 TEU feeder vessel operates along the Pusan, Yokohama, and Honolulu route and is owned by NORSE UK while being managed by Goodwood Ship Management, Singapore.
Resembling airplane wings, the VentoFoils are engineered to capture wind energy, resulting in a notable decrease in fuel usage and emissions. Each VentoFoil comes equipped with an intelligent suction system that optimises airflow, enhancing thrust and capable of generating up to 400kW of power, reducing fuel consumption by 5%. These units are entirely automated, adapt to wind speed and direction, and can be activated from the ship’s bridge.
“ONE is committed to minimizing our environmental impact and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050,” said Hiroki Tsujii, Managing Director at ONE. “This trial with Econowind is an important step forward in our efforts to explore innovative and sustainable solutions for the maritime industry.”
The trial, scheduled to begin in January 2024 and run for approximately six months, will be a comprehensive study, with ONE closely monitoring the performance of the VentoFoils. Data on fuel consumption, emissions reductions, and overall operational efficiency will be collected. The results of the trial will be used to assess the long-term viability of wind propulsion as a sustainable shipping solution.
This collaboration with Econowind and NORSE UK, who are committed towards ‘Target Net Zero by 2050’, aligns with ONE’s broader green strategy, encompassing initiatives to enhance carbon management, optimise operational efficiency, explore alternative fuels and technologies, and engage in community green building. ONE remains steadfast in its commitment to leading the transition to a more sustainable maritime industry.
About Ocean Network Express (ONE)
Ocean Network Express (ONE) was incepted on July 7, 2017 following the liner service integrations of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (“K” LINE), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK). The new entity functions from its global headquarter in Singapore, supported by regional headquarters in Hong Kong, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the United States and Brazil. Operating more than 220 vessels, it offers an expeditious and a reliable international network of over 170 services to 120 countries and beyond. ONE is the world’s sixth largest container carrier with a fleet size of approximately 1.69 million TEU. ONE is a member of THE Alliance (THEA), a global ocean carrier consortium.
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