Marfret raises the sails of Innovation even higher!
A new milestone has been reached in our innovation journey: the Marfret Niolon has replaced its Ventifoils® with VentoFoils®. This evolution aligns with our mission to make maritime transport more sustainable.
The wind is blowing towards the future of shipping!
These new rigid Econowind sails bring significant improvements in both performance and sustainability. Thanks to their streamlined design, we achieve a 10% increase in traction force while further reducing fuel consumption. More robust, they can now be used in winds up to 35 knots (compared to 22 knots for the Ventifoils®), allowing for better utilization of trade winds along the route.
🔹 Fewer moving parts, for simplified maintenance and better longevity.
🔹 Optimized aerodynamics for maximum propulsion efficiency.
🔹 More power, less consumption, thanks to an even more efficient design.
The Marfret Niolon: Our Floating Laboratory of Innovation
The Marfret Niolon is no ordinary vessel—it embodies our commitment to sustainable innovation. On its route connecting Northern Europe, French Guiana, and the Caribbean via our MPP (Multipurpose) service, it fully harnesses the trade winds to maximize wind propulsion and enhance energy efficiency.
The vessel is also equipped with cutting-edge technologies, such as weather routing combined with a digital twin, developed in partnership with Syroco, to better anticipate and optimize sailing conditions.
These advancements reflect our dedication to reducing our carbon footprint while making our operations ever more efficient and responsible.