Union Maritime has partnered with the British design and engineering firm BAR Technologies to implement wind-assisted propulsion systems on 34 new vessels.
In particular, wind propulsion will be deployed on a total of 34 Union Maritime newbuild vessels, including 14 LR2s, 12 chemical tankers, and 8 MRs.
This propulsion technology has huge environmental benefits as well as economic incentive for shipowners and charterers alike – as well as the wider shipping and trading community – in the form of significant reduced fuel costs.
Crucially, all this is achieved without compromising on speed, efficiency, and quality of service. Union is pursuing ambitious sustainability goals, whilst maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.
At the same time as deploying this new technology on its ships, Union Maritime is also working with BAR Technologies’ shareholders on a significant strategic equity investment into the company, reflecting the companies’ long-term commitment and strategic alignment
As explained, wind propulsion is the central feature of Union Maritime’s wider environmental initiatives: the company is also deploying dual-fuel LNG engines on up to 8 LR2s, working with BAR Technologies on its transformational AeroBridge® superstructure which provide further efficiency and crew comfort, as well as various other technologies.
