From ocean racing to decarbonizing maritime transport
In 2010, Marc Van Peteghem, co-founder of OceanWings and acting at that time as co-founder of VPLP, had the brilliant idea of developing a wingsail based on the concept of airplane wings. He went on to win the America's Cup with BMW Oracle thanks to this innovation. Following this success, his vision extended to the shipping industry. “Would it be possible to develop a high-performance system enabling commercial ships to take advantage of wind propulsion to reduce their emissions?”
14 years later, OceanWings has proven the feasibility and effectiveness of this system, which is enabling commercial vessels to reduce their emissions by 15-50%.
Today, OceanWings’ mission is to provide Shipowners with the most efficient Wind Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS), enabling them to reduce emissions, lower operational costs, and future-proof their fleets.
2010
America’s cup Winner
2019
Energy Observer, industrial demonstrator with two 32m² Lowerable Fixed Wingsails (OW LF)
2023
Canopée, first modern wind powered ship with four 363m² Lowerable Fixed Wingsails (OW LF)
Let's reduce our fuel consumption at sea
Marc Van Peteghem - TEDxCannes
On our way to becoming global
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Whether you are a Charterer, a Shipowner or manager, a Shipdesigner, a Class society, a Shipyard, a Seafarer or simply someone interested in Wind Assisted Propulsion Systems, we look forward to working together for a better future.
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