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New technology allows bulk carriers to retrofit to use sail power

Aug 22, 2023 | Home Slider, Ship Report Podcasts

A new hard sail technology called “Wind Wings” has been retrofitted on a 2017-built bulk carrier allowing it to harness the power of the wind, potentially saving 25% on fuel costs.

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