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LR Certifies AirWing™ Jet Sail Performance for Emissions Reduction
LR Certifies AirWing™ Jet Sail Performance for Emissions Reduction
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has verified the performance assessment methodology of the AirWing™ Jet Sail system following extensive operational trials onboard the vessel MV Vectis Progress. The certification confirms that the wind-assisted propulsion technology delivers measurable fuel savings and CO₂ emission reductions under real trading conditions.
The AirWing™ Jet Sail uses aerodynamic wing structures to harness wind energy, reducing the load on the vessel’s main engine and lowering overall fuel consumption. LR’s validation provides independent assurance that the technology’s emissions-reduction claims are technically sound and verifiable.
How the Technology Works
The AirWing™ system acts as an auxiliary propulsion unit. By capturing wind energy through optimized aerodynamic surfaces, it generates forward thrust. This directly reduces engine power demand, resulting in:
Lower fuel consumption
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
Improved Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) performance
Support for compliance with IMO decarbonization targets
The sea trials demonstrated consistent performance benefits across varying operational conditions.
Why This Matters
1. Independent Verification Builds Industry Confidence
Third-party validation from LR strengthens market acceptance. Shipowners and charterers require verified performance data before investing in retrofits or newbuild integrations.
2.Practical Decarbonization Solution
Wind-assisted propulsion provides an immediate emissions-reduction pathway without waiting for full-scale alternative fuel infrastructure such as ammonia or methanol.
3.Regulatory Compliance Advantage
With tightening regulations under the International Maritime Organization’s net-zero roadmap, technologies like AirWing™ help vessels improve efficiency ratings and reduce compliance risk.
4.Scalable Retrofit Opportunity
Wind technologies can often be retrofitted onto existing vessels, making them commercially attractive for fleet-wide deployment.
Strategic Outlook
As pressure increases to reduce maritime emissions while maintaining commercial viability, certified wind-assisted propulsion systems represent a realistic bridge solution. The LR certification marks a key milestone toward mainstream adoption of wind technologies in global shipping.
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