The International Maritime Organization Receives NEOLINER ORIGIN Model: a Milestone for Wind-Assisted Propulsion Maritime Transport

Handover Ceremony of the NEOLINER ORIGIN Model

The handover ceremony took place on 9 April and was hosted by Mr. Éric BANEL, French General Director of Maritime Affairs, Fisheries and Aquaculture. The model was presented by the French Minister of Transport, Mr. Philippe Tabarot, and Mr. Éric Banel to the Secretary General of the IMO, Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, in the presence of representatives from Neoline, MAURIC, D-Ice, Chantiers de l'Atlantique, and the representatives of the French wind propulsion industry.

During the event, the President of MAURIC : Vincent Seguin, was delighted to exchange with Mr. Dominguez to present the project and raise awareness about the relevance of wind assisted propulsion. The ceremony included a presentation of the maritime sector decarbonisation roadmap. 

Regulatory Support and Environmental Impact

The French Maritime Affairs and IMO have been supporting such innovations as part of their broader strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from international shipping.

The IMO's regulatory framework actively supports wind propulsion through its International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL Annex VI). These regulations include technical measures that recognise wind propulsion as an effective means to improve vessels' energy efficiency and reduce emissions.

The maritime industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental footprint. Wind-assisted propulsion presents an effective solution that combines traditional sailing principles with cutting-edge engineering.

Commitment to Innovation

At MAURIC, we remain committed to Research and Development and innovation in the maritime sector. Our work on the NEOLINER ORIGIN reflects our expertise in sustainable ship design and wind propulsion.

We would like to thank Lise Detrimont and Windship for organising this event and for their support in promoting the French wind propulsion industry internationally.