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Emission-free solar yacht with towing-kite propulsion A yacht dream is coming true: The emission-free solar yacht with towing-kite propulsion will be developed and built by the solar ship manufacturer SolarWaterWorld AG from Berlin in close cooperation with the Hamburg-based technology leader SkySails GmbH. A cooperation agreement which includes a seven-figure development contract for SkySails has been signed by the partners on October 27th, 2011.The combination of solar-electric and SkySails propulsion is a sensation - not only ecologically. Besides producing no CO2 at all, this hybrid yacht competes with conventional sailing ships and motor yachts on a completely different level as well: motor yachts are fast and spacious while sailing yachts offer emission- and vibration-free enjoyment. Cruising at sea is significantly more comfortable on a sailing yacht, but this is achieved with a disturbing inclined position.A solar yacht with SkySails propulsion combines the advantages of both worlds: it glides soundlessly, but with motor yacht comfort through the waves. At the same time, the towing kite generates up to 25times more power per square meter sail area than conventional sail propulsions and thus makes for high speed. This allows the development of a superior yacht design without compromise.And what's more, independency on ...

BBC Chartering adds 'BBC SkySails' to its fleet Leading German multipurpose & heavy lift operator BBC Chartering announces to cooperate with the Hamburg-based company SkySails. The background is the recently acquired multipurpose vessel 'BBC SkySails' that can offer charter clients the possibility for 'greener' sea transports. The 9,821 dwt vessel is fitted with the latest prototype of the SkySails auxiliary wind propulsion system. The system uses a kite with a surface measuring 320sqm which can deliver an engine load relief of up to 2,000 kW at favorable wind conditions."There are many technological developments underway that have the potential to innovate and influence the future of shipping." says Svend Andersen, Managing Director of BBC Chartering and continues "By adding 'BBC SkySails' to our fleet we can offer an innovative service that allows to measurably reducing emissions and hence credibly and visibly supports a charter client's corporate sustainability strategy."Besides fostering 'green shipping' awareness, the company reports that the cooperation also follows the goal to further probe and improve the practical application of the towing kite system on board.Stephan Wrage, CEO of SkySails says, "The SkySails propulsion system as cutting edge technology offers cargo owners and shippers the possibility to share into our ...

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