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This suggests that regardless of a vessel's age or design, adopting wind-assisted propulsion remains an accessible strategy for the shipping industry to cut its carbon footprint—a pathway that is neither too late nor too costly.
Looking Forward: A New Age of Sustainable Shipping
The successful Atlantic crossing of the Neoliner Origin marks a promising beginning for wind-powered cargo vessels. As manufacturers refine these technologies and regulatory environments adapt, the shipping industry may increasingly turn to wind as a clean, renewable, and resilient energy source.