Said Marine Transport Launches Valemax
Al-Siyad Shipping Company welcomed the "Sohar Max" vessel, the first vessel of the "Valemax" class to operate with wind-assisted propulsion technology, aimed at reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions during iron ore transportation. The vessel is equipped with five high-tech rotating sails based on the Magnus effect to generate additional propulsion, thereby decreasing reliance on the main engine and saving over one million dollars annually in fuel costs. Independent tests indicate a fuel reduction ranging from 14% to 31%. This project is part of the maritime sector's efforts to achieve international environmental goals, including reducing emissions by 20-30% by 2030, achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, and focusing on improving vessel efficiency and employing sustainable technologies.
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