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Cargill Ship Enters Operation Towards Decarbonization Equipped with BAR Technologies’ WindWings Technology

Written by Ruth Rodrigues
Published on 21/08/2023 at 15:17
A parceria entre Cargill, BAR Technologies, Yara Marine e Mitsubishi está revolucionando o setor. O navio Pyxis Ocean, equipado com a tecnologia WindWings, zarpou rumo à descarbonização.
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The Partnership Between Cargill, BAR Technologies, Yara Marine, and Mitsubishi Is Revolutionizing The Sector. The Ship Pyxis Ocean, Equipped With WindWings Technology, Set Sail Toward Decarbonization.

Cargill and BAR Technologies are leading naval decarbonization this Monday, (08/21), with the innovative WindWings wind technology. By integrating sails up to 37.5 meters on cargo ships, the project aims for efficiency and sustainability, reducing carbon emissions. The ship Pyxis Ocean, equipped with WindWings, marked a historic milestone as it began its inaugural journey, highlighting the industry’s commitment to innovative solutions for decarbonization and pointing toward a more sustainable future in commercial shipping.

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Ship Pyxis Ocean Leads Race For Decarbonization With WindWings Technology

Cargill and BAR Technologies are leading an innovative advancement in the naval industry with their revolutionary wind technology known as WindWings.

This project promises to transform commercial shipping, significantly reducing the carbon footprint of the industry.

The collaboration between Cargill and BAR Technologies has resulted in a pioneering initiative to drive decarbonization in commercial shipping.

The WindWings combine cutting-edge wind technology on cargo ships, resulting in increased operational efficiency and lower pollutant emissions.

The technology was developed by BAR Technologies in partnership with Yara Marine Technologies.

These large sails, up to 37.5 meters tall, are installed on cargo ships, harnessing wind power for propulsion.

This will not only reduce carbon emissions but can also generate fuel savings of up to 30%, promoting more efficient shipping.

The Pyxis Ocean, chartered by Cargill and operated by Mitsubishi Corporation, is the first ship to be equipped with WindWings.

This historic milestone demonstrates the industry’s commitment to embracing innovative solutions for decarbonization.

The installation of the sails took place in China, at the COSCO shipyard, and the ship is already on its inaugural voyage, marking the beginning of a new era in commercial shipping.

Performance of WindWings in The Naval Market Will Be Analyzed During The Testing Period

The naval industry is focused on tackling the challenge of decarbonization, and Cargill is at the forefront of this effort.

an Dieleman, President of Cargill’s Naval Transport Unit, emphasizes the importance of leading the change towards a more sustainable future.

“A technology like WindWings does not come without risks, and as an industry leader, in partnership with the visionary shipowner Mitsubishi Corporation, we are not afraid to invest, take these risks, and be transparent with our learnings to help our partnerships in the naval transition to a more sustainable future,” he said.

The partnership with Mitsubishi Corporation and BAR Technologies reflects the commitment to investing in innovative solutions, even in the face of challenges.

According to the companies, in the coming months, a rigorous monitoring process will be implemented to closely evaluate the performance of WindWings.

This monitoring aims to further enhance the project, operation, and performance of the sails, ensuring they reach their maximum potential in terms of efficiency and emission reduction.

Thus, the departure of the ship Pyxis Ocean marks just the beginning of the journey toward decarbonization.

About WindWings Technology

WindWings are modernizing the naval industry, representing a significant advancement in the pursuit of more efficient and sustainable shipping.

This project received financial support from the renowned Horizon 2020 research and innovation program of the European Union, being a concrete response to the growing need for emission reduction.

One of the main features of WindWings is their ability to harness wind energy to propel ships in a clean and efficient manner.

In addition to their contribution to sustainability, WindWings offer significant gains in terms of efficiency and operational savings.

Ruth Rodrigues

Formada em Ciências Biológicas pela Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte (UERN), atua como redatora e divulgadora científica.

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