BAR Technology Wind Propulsion

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Berge Bulk to install wind propulsion tech on newcastlemax bulker - Splash247

Lookout required at the forward part of the vessel at all times?

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Cameras that will display on the bridge will compensate for the obstructions of the wings.

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Yes, but will that meet the legal requirement to “keep a good lockout at all times”??
OK, they have probably checked before investing in this technology.

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If major charterers demand lower emission from ships they take on charter the changes will happen faster:

Back to the Future? Cargo Giant Cargill Turns to Wind to Cut Carbon

PS> It is already the case with Equinor. To get long term charter they demand hybrid propulsion and/or alternative fuel. (Wing Sails would not be very suitable on a PSV, CSV, or AHTS)

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BARTech unveils partnership with CMET as it parts ways with Yara Marine in...

BAR Technologies pointed out that its agreement with CMET supersedes its previous fixed-term partnership with Yara Marine Technologies, with the businesses parting ways after two years of collaboration to bring wind-assisted propulsion solutions to the maritime market.

BAR Technologies is counting on the growing demand for the technology from Asian shipping firms, following their successful installation project with Singaporean vessel business, Berge Bulk.

Image credit: Berge Bulk

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What about this competing design?:

Wind Propulsion Experts | GT Green Technologies

To be installed on this vessel:

British owner prototypes new wind tech - Splash247

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Time will tell. GT is an ex employee of BAR Technologies…

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More news re: Yara Marine Technologies:

Yara Marine Technologies sold - Splash247

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