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Tufton's Kamsarmax dry bulk carrier equipped with Anemoi rotor sails
In a groundbreaking move towards decarbonisation, Tufton Investment Management Ltd has retrofitted its 82,000-dwt Kamsarmax bulk carrier TR Lady with Anemoi rotor sails
Anemoi rotor sails, an innovative wind-propulsion system also known as Flettner rotors, have been installed on TR Lady’s unique transverse rail deployment system, making it the forefront of sustainable shipping technology.
With the aim of significantly reducing fuel consumption and emissions, Tufton’s investment has already yielded promising results during the vessel’s maiden voyage from China to Australia.
Anemoi engineers extensively tested and monitored the performance of the rotor sails, reporting initial findings surpassed expectations. Average annual fuel and emissions savings are anticipated to exceed projections, with continuous monitoring planned in the coming months.
The concept behind rotor sails lies in harnessing renewable wind power through vertical cylinders that rotate to create forward thrust. This utilisation of the Magnus Effect in the aerodynamic design ensures enhanced efficiency and a substantial carbon footprint reduction for TR Lady.
In addition, the innovative transverse rail deployment system allows easy manoeuvring of the sails during berthing, preventing any disruption to cargo operations.
Recognising the significance of this achievement, Tufton chief executive Andrew Hampson said, "We are committed to shipping’s decarbonisation journey, and integrating wind propulsion technology is a vital step in aligning with our 2050 net-zero objectives. We take immense pride in supporting the deployment of this groundbreaking decarbonisation solution on TR Lady."
Partnering with Tufton in this decarbonisation endeavour, Cargill’s ocean transportation business embraces the shared ambition of reducing emissions and sees wind propulsion as an integral part of the industry’s future.
Cargill president of ocean transportation business Jan Dieleman commented, "We are delighted to collaborate with Tufton, and this significant step toward sustainable shipping aligns perfectly with our decarbonisation strategy."
Anemoi Marine Technologies chief executive Kim Diederichsen expressed satisfaction with the project’s successful implementation and optimistic performance outcomes. He said, "Seeing the project come to fruition and witnessing the impressive initial performance results brings me immense joy. The installation of rotor sails on TR Lady bears testament to our commitment to providing effective decarbonisation solutions on a large scale."
The integration of Anemoi rotor sails on Tufton’s Kamsarmax dry bulk carrier marks a significant advancement in the pursuit of greener shipping practices. As the industry continues to prioritise sustainability, this pioneering initiative sets a benchmark for other companies to follow.
Find out more at the International Bulk Shipping Conference being held 20-21 November 2023 in London where Anemoi Marine Technologies will be presenting the results from wind-assisted trials.
In addition, Anemoi Marine Technologies has been short listed for the Retrofit Project of the Year Award at the Maritime Decarbonisation, Europe: Conference, Awards & Exhibition 2023, being held in Amsterdam 26 - 27 September 2023.
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