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Depending on the prevailing wind conditions, a ship’s average annual fuel costs can be reduced by 10 to 35% by using the SkySails-System. Under optimal wind conditions, fuel consumption can temporarily be cut by up to 50%. | Depending on the prevailing wind conditions, a ship’s average annual fuel costs can be reduced by 10 to 35% by using the SkySails-System. Under optimal wind conditions, fuel consumption can temporarily be cut by up to 50%. | ||
The first commercial ships are using the SkySails right now and are being rewarded for their environmental improvement . | The first commercial ships are using the SkySails right now and are being rewarded for their environmental improvement . | ||
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Latest revision as of 19:46, 14 October 2009
The maritime shipping industry is looking for ways to improve their environmental impact and overall cost structure. One major innovation is the use of skysails, see www.skysails.info . Depending on the prevailing wind conditions, a ship’s average annual fuel costs can be reduced by 10 to 35% by using the SkySails-System. Under optimal wind conditions, fuel consumption can temporarily be cut by up to 50%. The first commercial ships are using the SkySails right now and are being rewarded for their environmental improvement .
