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The vessel, dubbed Anemos, is carrying a whopping 1,000 tons worth of cargo, blazing the path for a much greener future for the international shipping industry.. By relying partially or entirely on the wind instead of crude oil or diesel, French shipbuilder TOWT is hoping future cargo ships could greatly cut their emissions.According to the company, its sailing cargo ships have a carbon footprint that's just one-tenth of that of a conventional container ship.
"For centuries we knew wind was abundant the deep sea, and we had the pilot charts," TOWT CEO Guillaume Le Grand. "But now, thanks to satellite communication and routing technology, wind is also predictable, which makes it a reliable source of propulsion."The unique shipping vessel doesn't rely on human sailors to adjust its sails. A sophisticated system of pulleys, actuators and sensors takes care of the rigging.
TOWT is hoping to build a fleet of at least eight ships, which could transport a combined 200,000 tons of goods a year to places likeAnemos left Le Havre on August 20, and is expected to reach New York by September 3. Fittingly, it's carrying cognac and champagne, which should make for a memorable celebration upon its arrival.Subscribe to our daily newsletter to keep in touch with the subjects shaping our future.
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