Airbus Charts New Waters with Eco-Maritime Fleet Set to Transform Atlantic Routes
By Karmactive Staff
Airbus is steering its focus towards greening its maritime transport fleet.
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By 2026, the aerospace giant plans to roll out three state-of-the-art roll-on/roll-off vessels.
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These ships will operate on a unique blend of maritime diesel oil, e-methanol, and wind-assisted propulsion.
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E-methanol, a green fuel, is synthesized by merging green hydrogen with captured carbon dioxide.
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Airbus's goal is a 50% reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of its Atlantic fleet by 2030.
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Flettner rotors, tall spinning cylinders, will harness wind power to move these ships efficiently.
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Louis Dreyfus Armateurs has been tasked to design and operate these next-gen cargo vessels.
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The new vessels will significantly boost capacity, accommodating more aircraft components and containers.
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By 2040, the new ships are projected to emit as low as 5,000 tonnes of CO2, marking a major stride in Airbus's sustainability journey.
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