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The Loadstar explains: Wind-assisted ships – smooth sailing or just hot air?

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Sails have been retrofitted to bulk carriers and tankers, and with the arrival of a new wind-powered containership concept from Hapag-Lloyd, The Loadstar finally has an opportunity to discuss wind-assisted ship propulsion (WASP).

I heard there are new shipping companies using ’tall ships’?

There are indeed. Sailcargo is one ...

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