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What's next for WAPS?
27th Apr 2026
Orcelle Horizon Wind tunnel testing in December 2024 (image: Wallenius Marine)
Only a few years ago, wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS) were considered pioneering technology, but they have now matured into reliable and commercially viable solutions.
WAPS providers have been gathering extensive operational experience and, based on the lessons learned, are ready to deliver their second-generation products, focusing on improved performance, higher reliability and better system integration. System builders are also continuing to invest in upscaling their capacity to