The tanker Neoliner Origin, recognized as one of the innovative marine vessels, has recently entered the port of Zeebrugge (PSA Zeebrugge) in Belgium. This tanker, designed and built with the support of CMA CGM, is part of an expanded ocean transport service.
Details of the journey and new routes
The tanker Neoliner Origin, measuring 136 meters in length, now connects Zeebrugge to Monhegan, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Baltimore, and Halifax. This new service allows regions in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and northern France to access this network directly. It is expected that the tanker’s voyages will last about five weeks in summer and about six weeks in winter, creating approximately 10 round trips per year.
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Innovative features and environmental benefits
The tanker Neoliner Origin, as a commercial wind-powered vessel, uses wind as its primary source of propulsion. This tanker is equipped with two foldable SolidSail masts covering an area of over 3,000 square meters and also has a diesel-electric power system. The vessel is designed for a commercial speed of 11 knots and can carry rolling cargo, containers, and oversized loads. Neoline claims that the fuel consumption of this tanker can be reduced by more than 80% compared to a traditional ship operating at a speed of 15 knots.
France is recognized as one of the most active countries in developing the next generation of wind-powered cargo ships. Previous examples such as Canopée, designed for transporting Ariane 6 rocket parts, and new projects from startups like Vela, which are developing 67-meter trimarans for ocean transport, testify to this claim. Additionally, the company Windcoop has ordered a wind-powered cargo ship with a capacity of 210 TEU in Turkey, which is set to be delivered next year and will be used for services between France and Madagascar.
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