Wallenius Wilhelmsen has presented Orcelle Wind, a concept for a primarily wind-powered pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) vessel that the finished vehicle logistics provider is confident could be on the water in 2025. In normal operation, it is expected to bring a 90% reduction in emissions.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen, has presented Orcelle Wind, a concept for a primarily wind-powered pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) vessel that the finished vehicle logistics provider is confident could be on the water in 2025. In normal operation, it is expected to bring a 90% reduction in emissions. The vessel will be 220m long and 40m wide, with a capacity of 7,000 vehicles, as well as some break bulk products, and is intended to sail at speeds of 10-12 knots when using only the sails, which can be collapsed in port or in adverse weather conditions.
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