Wind Propulsion (WP) & Wind Assist Shipping Projects (WASP)

April 17, 2021 | iwsa

The use of wind propulsion in modern commercial shipping covers a wide spectrum – from wind-assisted motor vessels, where auxiliary propulsion is provided by wind to primary wind ships with auxiliary engines, where primary propulsion is from the wind, augmented … Read More

Research Centre

April 17, 2021 | iwsa

Aerodynamics of wind-assisted ships: Interaction effects on the aerodynamic performance of multiple wind-propulsion systems Bordogna, G. (TU Delft Ship Hydromechanics and Structures)  Contributor – Huijsmans, R.H.M. (promotor) Akkerman, I. (co-promotor)  Delft University of Technology, January 2020

Airborne Wind Turbines for … Read More

The Market

April 17, 2021 | iwsa

Wind Propulsion Market Overview

There has been a steady growth in market interest for wind propulsion solutions. This market interest has been driven by a number of key factors, including the IMO initial strategy on reducing GHG emissions in shipping … Read More

Blue Planet Shipping Ltd – IWSA Associate Member

April 17, 2021 | iwsa

Blue Planet Shipping is a Company managing modern dry bulk carriers. We are focused on providing our clients with exceptional technical and commercial ship management services. Having developed a deep understanding of the highly competitive shipping … Read More

Norwegian Ship Design – IWSA Full Member

April 17, 2021 | iwsa

Norwegian Ship Design is an independent company established early 2019 by a group of highly experienced and skilled Naval Architects and engineers formerly holding key positions in other Norwegian ship design companies. Delivering first class Ship … Read More