Cargo transportation begins entirely with wind power
Vela The company is trying a different method than other companies trying to reduce emissions by using wind power. While other companies are integrating wind energy on cargo ships, Vela is integrating wind energy into racing yachts. to the cargo ship is translating. With this design logic, the system sitting on a trimaran, that is, a triple hull, encounters less water resistance and provides extra space for cargo and sails.
While all of its propulsion is provided by the sails, the kitchen and other equipment requiring electricity are supplied by the energy obtained from the solar panels on its upper hull and two underwater turbines under the hull. In addition, there is also an electric generator for emergencies and sunless, windless days.
Can carry up to 51 containers
This ship is not being developed as a pilot or preview project, but to be put into service directly. 185 meters long and has enough volume to accommodate 51 containers. However, the ship will not carry containers. Since containers usually account for 20% of the weight of the cargo, it is desired to get rid of these weight and volume restrictions. In fact, instead of competing with giant container ships, the ship is turning to more boutique, carbon-emission-free product transportation.
The problem of air conditioners’ load on the grid is solved by storing ice.
The company’s biggest problem is the lack of trained personnel for sailing cargo ship transportation. Therefore, crew training will also be a focus.
The ship will be built at a shipyard in the Philippines with an aluminum hull and carbon fiber masts. However, a total of 30% of the ship’s equipment, such as hydroturbines, sails and rigging (cables, pulleys, etc.), will be produced in France. The company will produce the first ship in 2026 and then 4 more. In this way, the frequency of voyages will increase in 2028, and in 2035, it plans to serve the Atlantic crossing with 30 different types of ships.
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