Partners

Kongsberg Maritime is a global technology partner to the maritime industry, delivering integrated solutions that improve safety, efficiency and sustainability across the vessel lifecycle. The company provides advanced systems for navigation, automation, propulsion and digitalisation, supporting the transition towards low and zero emission shipping.

DNV is an independent assurance and risk management provider, operating in more than 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry standards, and inspires and invents solutions.  DNV is the world’s leading classification society and a recognized advisor for the maritime industry. We enhance safety, quality, energy efficiency and environmental performance of the global shipping industry – across all vessel types and offshore structures. We invest heavily in research and development to find solutions, together with the industry, that address strategic, operational or regulatory challenges.

MAURIC is a naval architecture and marine engineering company specialising in the design of innovative and energy efficient vessels. The company delivers comprehensive design and engineering services for commercial, offshore and naval vessels.

NEOLine is a French shipping company developing wind powered cargo transport solutions. Its vessels are designed to use wind as the main source of propulsion, offering a low carbon alternative for transatlantic freight transport.

Chantiers de l’Atlantique is one of the world’s largest shipyards and a leading designer and builder of complex commercial, offshore and passenger vessels. Based in Saint Nazaire, France, the company specialises in large-scale ship construction and advanced maritime solutions.

The National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) is the oldest and most prestigious educational institution of Greece in the field of technology and a European leader in cutting-edge research in various engineering fields, including maritime transport, particularly risk analysis and assessment, marine environmental protection, life-cycle assessment and costing.

MARIN (Maritime Research Institute Netherlands) is a globally recognised institute for hydrodynamic and nautical research. As an independent knowledge partner, MARIN supports the development of cleaner, smarter and safer shipping through simulation, testing and full scale measurements.

Syroco is a climate tech company providing digital solutions to optimise vessel performance and reduce emissions. By combining weather data, AI and advanced modelling, the company helps operators maximise the benefits of wind propulsion and improve voyage efficiency.

DNV is an independent assurance and risk management provider, operating in more than 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry standards, and inspires and invents solutions.  DNV is the world’s leading classification society and a recognized advisor for the maritime industry. We enhance safety, quality, energy efficiency and environmental performance of the global shipping industry – across all vessel types and offshore structures. We invest heavily in research and development to find solutions, together with the industry, that address strategic, operational or regulatory challenges.

SINTEF Digital develops advanced digital technologies and data-driven solutions for industry and society. The institute combines expertise in ICT, modelling, and analytics to support smarter, safer and more efficient maritime and industrial operations.

SINTEF Ocean is a leading research institute specialising in ocean related technologies and sustainable use of marine resources. The organisation conducts research and innovation for national and international industries, covering maritime transport, offshore energy, and environmental technology.

bound4blue develops automated wind propulsion systems as a turnkey solution for all shipowners and shipping companies seeking to reduce fuel costs and polluting emissions. bound4blue’s eSAIL® system is a validated solution for saving fuel and emissions, completely autonomous, with low maintenance and easy installation onboard, being the most cost-efficient wind propulsion technology today. It is suitable for Tankers, Bulkers, Ro-Ros, Cruise vessels, Ferries, Gas Carriers, and General Cargo vessels, regardless of their size or age. The company, founded in 2014 with a vocation clearly focused on the renewable energy sector in the maritime field, has its headquarters in Cantabria (Spain) and offices in Barcelona and Singapore. Since completing its first installation in 2021, the company has deployed its eSAIL® system on eleven ships, with seven more in its order book, representing more than 50 eSAILs®. Its growing client portfolio includes industry leaders such as Eastern Pacific Shipping, Maersk Tankers, Odfjell, Klaveness Combination Carriers, BW Epic Kosan and Louis Dreyfus Company, among others.

Odfjell is a leading global operator of chemical tankers, offering specialised maritime transportation of bulk liquid chemicals, acids and edible oils. The company is at the forefront of developing and implementing solutions to improve efficiency and reduce emissions in deep sea shipping.

Maritime CleanTech is a leading innovation center for clean maritime solutions. They bring industry, research, and public stakeholders together to turn innovation into real world impact.

NEOLine is a French shipping company developing wind powered cargo transport solutions. Its vessels are designed to use wind as the main source of propulsion, offering a low carbon alternative for transatlantic freight transport.