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Plain sailing: game-changing EU tech is helping the maritime industry go green

The shipping industry is responsible for 3% of global carbon emissions, putting it under the spotlight for environmental upgrades. Two game-changing vessel designs have now been produced with the help of EU funding, along with retrofit technologies for existing cruise ships and bulk carriers. Maritime sustainability is a key EU priority on the continent’s journey to slashing carbon emissions while creating opportunities for green economic growth and jobs.

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EU Research & Innovation Success Stories

The return of sails is steering cargo ships

towards a greener future

Global shipping produces a billion tonnes of CO2 every year

To meet our climate goals, we need to decarbonise sea transport

EU research is leading the way

The EU-funded CHEK project

designed a greener cargo ship by adding two rigid,

wing-like sails to a bulk carrier

Each sail saves 1.5 tonnes of fuel per day on an average route

Over a ship’s lifetime, they could reduce emissions by 30%