SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 29, 2024Interesting Engineering

Ponant’s Swap2Zero cruise ship uses wind, hydrogen and bio-LNG for green sailing

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Ponant plans to build a hybrid cruise ship powered by wind, hydrogen, and bio-LNG to advance carbon-neutral maritime travel. The 186.2-meter vessel, named Swap2Zero, features 1,000m² of solar panels, fuel cells, carbon capture tech, and 50% sail propulsion, aiming for near-zero emissions and up to 30 days of wind-only operation.

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