OceanWings has received the Advanced Maritime Technology International Award in the category of Environmental Achievement of the Year – Propulsion System Design for the installation of its latest rigid wingsail on a retrofit bulk carrier – the Maria Topic – with the installation taking place this year.
This year’s Advanced Maritime Technology International Awards, presented at RAI Amsterdam during the Advanced Maritime Technology Expo (formerly Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo), featured a wide array of categories to recognize the scope of innovation and achievement across the maritime sector over the past 12 months. Comprising eight categories, the Advanced Maritime Technology International Awards – formerly known as the Electric & Hybrid Marine Awards – were a celebration of recent advances in marine technology and progress toward a greener and more sustainable industry.
The awards, which are coordinated by Advanced Maritime Technology International magazine, were officiated by a panel of international journalists, consultants, and industry experts.
One of the eight categories, Environmental Achievement of the Year – Propulsion System Design celebrates the latest and greatest breakthroughs in electric and hybrid propulsion technologies and system design. The recognition highlights the significant potential of retrofit solutions to improve vessel efficiency and reduce emissions from maritime transport.
“This award is a strong recognition of both the potential of retrofits and the growing industrial maturity of wind-assisted propulsion,” said Emmanuel Schalit, CEO of OceanWings. “The Maria Topic project shows that proven technologies can be deployed on existing vessels, helping shipowners reduce emissions and fuel consumption without waiting for the next generation of ships. We are proud to contribute to this transformation alongside Ant Topic and our partners in the European WHISPER project.”
The retrofit installation is scheduled for July and August 2026 in Japan. This retrofit is part of WHISPER, a four-year maritime energy transition project funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation program. Maria Topic will become the first bulk carrier equipped with an OceanWings rigid wingsail retrofit.
The other seven recipients of the awards are listed below.
- For Environmental Achievement of the Year – Vessel Design: REGENT Craft
- For Environmental Achievement of the Year – Industry Contribution: EPTechnologies
- For Concept Vessel Design of the Year: Meyer Werft
- For New Propulsion Technology of the Year: The Switch
- For Vessel Charging Innovation of the Year: Charge Offshore
- For Ports and Harbors Innovation of the Year: Elire Maritime
- For Marine Industry Supplier of the Year: ABB
About OceanWings
OceanWings’ mission is to provide the shipping industry with the most efficient Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems, enabling them to reduce emissions, lower operational costs, and protect the long-term value of their investments. By making innovative technology accessible, OceanWings aims to become a global leader in the decarbonization of shipping, helping steer the industry towards wind energy as the most scalable and ready solution for a sustainable future.
For more information, visit: www.oceanwings.com
About Advanced Maritime Technology Expo & Conference
Advanced Maritime Technology (AMT) Expo & Conference is a leading international event dedicated to showcasing progressive innovation across the maritime sector. Bringing together industry leaders, technology providers, policymakers and researchers, AMT provides a platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange and the advancement of sustainable maritime solutions.
For more information, visit: www.advancedmaritimetechnologyexpo.com
