Construction commencement of wind powered vessel – sailing Ro-Ro

SMC is pleased to share Steel Cutting Ceremony at RMK Maine Shipyard, Turkiye, of ro-ro vessel equipped with Solid Sail propulsion system. The vessel was ordered by French shipowner NEOLINE.

The ceremony was held on 8th November, with attendees from NEOLINE –
Mr. Jean Zanuttini (CEO), Mr. Adrien Simonet (Development Manager) and
Mr. Blandine Ruesh (Communication Manager), and representatives from France Consulate Commercial Trading Department.

The novel concept and advanced design vessel equipped Solid Sails as main propulsion (with auxiliary engine), is capable to carry 5,000 tons of cargo (265 TEU or 125 FEU). During sailing, 80 to 90% of power will be supplied by the system of 2 solid sails rigging. Auxiliary engines are IMO/TIER III requirements compliant.

Vessel classed by BV will be built to the France flag requirements.

Delivery of the vessel is scheduled for June 2025.