French designer and manufacturer of wind propulsion systems OceanWings has received approval in principle (AiP) from classification society Bureau Veritas (BV) for its ‘innovative’ wind propulsion technology.
As disclosed, the approval was awarded in Athens on November 20, during an event organized by SNAME Greek Section and RISE. The AiP represents “a key development in the advancement of sustainable innovation for global shipping” , underscoring the importance of maritime innovation in driving environmentally responsible practices and technological advancements, according to OceanWings.