Development of a third way of navigation using wind energy as main power source for the ship.
Using a wind turbine allows to sail directly into the wind and generally speaking provides operational capabilities quite similar to those of a motor boat.
Sectors of Activity: Shipbuilding (excl. leisure boats) and ship repair
Funding other: First step with mediatic partnership with a group of sponsors
Objective: First step : build a prototype about 40 feet long - trimaran based - to demonstrate the potential of the principle.
Beneficiaries: Future outlets : fishing boats - transport vessels, scientific or pleasure boats.
Main activities: Technical development - naval engineering.
Main deliverables: The prototype and a full communication through various medias.
Partners needed: Ship yard and naval engineering (already selected)
Timetable: Three years for the first step.
Geographical target area: France at first, then Europe and most maritime countries.
Countries: Budget: Three millions Euros for first 3 years
Name of Organisation: ARCHINAUTE
Country: France
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