Wind-powered ships
SSPA gives independent guidance and assessments of wind-powered ships. The international shipping industry is in for some radical changes, and wind propulsion has by now become a viable option to reduce fuel costs and CO2 emissions. With a vast experience of wind propulsion, SSPA facilitates the development of wind-powered ships by providing trusted information and world-leading methods.
Wind-powered ships: what we do
Drawing on a unique combination of real-life experience and expert knowledge from ground-breaking research and development projects, SSPA has developed innovative methods and efficient prediction tools to support the industry and accompany wind propulsion projects along the entire value chain.
Making the business case
Wind propulsion systems (WPS) are major investments and the decision to install them requires careful consideration of many complex questions. Based on first-hand knowledge from industry projects SSPA has developed the methods and tools to assess the benefits and drawbacks of such systems at the early concept stage.
Sea trials and performance monitoring
After installation of a wind propulsion technology, the performance should be assessed by an independent 3rd party. SSPA’s WASP Sea Trial is a time efficient and transparent way to evaluate the performance and fuel saving potential for wind assisted and wind powered ships.
