RETROFIT55 – Deployment & Stowage of Wing Sail system by Advanced Wing Systems
The containerized, modular wing sail systems offered by Advanced Wing Systems (AWS) allow large wings to be fitted with minimal deck footprint. They are protected from dust and debris during port operations and provide minimal interference with visibility. They are fully autonomous, requiring minimal crew input. Advanced Wing Systems (AWS) is one of the partners […]
RETROFIT55 – Newsletter (Issue 3 – December 2024)
In our final newsletter for this year, we talk about the 2 case study vessels – Bulk carrier & Ro-Ro vessels – that shall be used for technology assessment in the RETROFIT55 project. The aim of using the case study vessels is to explore retrofitting solutions that improve the hydrodynamic design of these ships based […]
RETROFIT55 – Newsletter (Issue 2 – November 2024)
After the overwhelming response to the first issue of the RETROFIT55 Newsletter, we are thrilled to announce that the November edition of the Newsletter is out! In this issue we focus on the various technologies that shall be investigated during the course of the RETROFIT55 project and talk about the benefits of each of these. […]
Testing of Passive Air Lubrication System (PALS)
Armada Technologies & LJMU carried out testing of the new passive air lubrication system, with promising results at Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche as part of the RETROFIT55 project.
RETROFIT55 – Newsletter (Issue 1 – October 2024)
We are delighted to share with you the first edition of the RETROFIT55 Newsletter. In this issue, you will find a brief introduction to the project, it’s objectives, partners involved and an overview of the project structure.Stay tuned for more updates in forthcoming editions! Grab your PDF copy here: RETROFIT55_Newsletter-Issue1 #retrofit55 #newsletter #dss #DecisionSupportSystem #fitfor55 […]
Meet the Partners #14 – SimFWD, Greece
As a concluding post of this series, we would like to introduce SimFWD, one of the leading Ship Design offices in Greece. SimFWD is renowned for their expertise with advanced engineering tools like FEA & CFD. Having several years of experience with these tools, SimFWD shall contribute with their expertise in tasks concerning the Hydrodynamic Optimization of the case study […]
Meet the Partners #13 – FRIENDSHIP SYSTEMS AG, Germany
With several years of experience in the field of flow-related shape optimization and with the help of their flagship software platform CAESES®, FRIENDSHIP SYSTEMS AG shall contribute to the RETROFIT55 Consortium with their expertise in this field and also assist with several other tasks in the project. Meet the Partners #13 – FRIENDSHIP SYSTEMS AG, Germany FRIENDSHIP SYSTEMS AG is a German […]
Meet the Partners #12 – bound4blue, Spain
In the RETROFIT55 project, as our second partner contributing in the area of Wind Assisted Ship Propulsion (WASP), we are thrilled to introduce bound4blue, a pivotal partner in this endeavour. Meet the Partners #12 – bound4blue, Spain bound4blue are pioneers in automated wind-assisted propulsion systems, offering turnkey solutions for shipowners seeking to reduce fuel costs and emissions as a validated […]
Meet the Partners #11 – Grimaldi Group, Italy
Further to the first case study vessel which is a KAMSARMAX class Bulk Carrier, a second case study vessel shall be from Grimaldi Group.This vessel shall be a Eurocargo Class Ro-Ro vessel. Being a different type of vessel, this shall provide the consortium a different perspective on the hydrodynamic and operational optimization aspects. Meet the Partners #11 […]
Meet the Partners #10 – Aalto University (AALTO), Finland
Yet another consortium partner representing the academia is the Aalto University (AALTO). Meet the Partners #10 – Aalto University (AALTO), Finland Aalto University is a beacon of interdisciplinary excellence, blending science, art, technology, and business to forge breakthroughs that transcend traditional boundaries. Celebrated as the 9th best young university globally (QS Top 50 Under 50, 2021) and lauded as a […]
