Our wind-powered hybrid vessel platforms share a common systemic DNA which harnesses free and abundant wind for propulsion, utilizes solar power (sails are photovoltaic) and generates electricity as it sails with hydro-generation. The ships can cross oceans with zero-emissions and near-zero noise pollution above and below the waterline.

Our systems have been ocean-proven by the trans-Atlantic French rocket transport ship Canopée. see article here  

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The first edition is a 106m/350 ft expedition yacht built for global exploration which will operate in cooperation with one of the leading oceanographic institutes, carrying scientists and students to remote regions, enabling them to do ocean research.  

 

Ironically, the current generation of ocean research ships are themselves polluters in terms of carbon emissions and subsea noise pollution. Aside from the new electric and exotic fuel ferries that operate in a few developed markets - most of the world’s coastal passenger/cargo transport is done by older, inefficient vessels often burning heavy fuel oil with high sulfur and carbon content.

 

Our vessel platforms provide superior solutions for Ocean Research where the vessel has a global range and ability to stay at sea for months at a time. The elimination of noise and vibration not only protects underwater sonic communications of marine mammals, but also allows unmatched seismic research capabilities.

 

When configured as ‘pocket-sized’ passenger and cargo vessels, our vessels can perform as economical maritime Amazon/DHL-style delivery ships to economically remote and environmentally sensitive areas which might not otherwise have such services.