The Naval Architect provides in-depth information on all aspects of vessel design, construction and engineering. Practical applications of latest technology and case studies are accompanied by analysis and foresights.​ Published every two months, the magazine covers everything from superyachts and short-hop ferries to tankers and heavy-lift vessels; from battery pack installations and sail-assisted solutions to LNG tank retrofits; and from offshore safety to warship resilience. 

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Fuel cell technology powering up at speed

Power & Sustainability (Newsletter)

By Charlie Bartlett

Edition Issue: August - Edition 3 Publication Year: 2026 Publication Type: Articles

Samskip's fuel cell-powered shuttle will operate between Rotterdam and Oslo (image: Courtesy of Samskip).

Delivering maritime fuel cells that can drive deepsea shipping is not only within reach but is inevitable according to some.

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Oceanbird sets sail to zero-emission target

Power & Sustainability (Newsletter)

By Nick Savvides

Edition Issue: August - Edition 3 Publication Year: 2026 Publication Type: Articles

Tirranna's Oceanbird Wing560 was installed in June (image: Wallenius Marine).

Maritime wings are taking off! The latest design from Alfa Laval and Wallenius Marine is promising to make wind the primary source of vessel power.

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Solar added to roro energy mix

Power & Sustainability (Newsletter)

By Charlie Bartlett

Edition Issue: August - Edition 3 Publication Year: 2026 Publication Type: Articles

Wattlab's first full-scale installation on a seagoing vessel, the Vertom Tula (image: Wattlab)

Solar power has finally found its way onto ships. Slow uptake of solar energy is seen as surprising. Coastal shipping is showing that solar can improve efficiencies.

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