Wind Assisted Propulsion Gusts Onto SMM 2016 Agenda

The International Windship Association (IWSA) has planned an impactful cluster package of activities for SMM Hamburg 2016 that will put wind assisted propulsion firmly on the agenda for this colossal industry trade show.

From their “Wind-Hub” booth in brand new Hall A5, the IWSA will host over 20 wind propulsion presentations, seminars and networking events spread over the four days of the conference.

This hub will also host the inaugural Wind Propulsion Innovation awards

The Wind Propulsion Innovation Awards recognise pioneering projects, technological innovation and the development of wind propulsion as technically and commercially viable solutions within the shipping industry. These awards will spotlight individuals and companies making a tangible difference in advancing wind propulsion as a low carbon, truly sustainable option for the world’s shipping fleet.

There are four central award categories:

The Wind Propulsion in Commercial Shipping – Innovation Award, is open to developers of innovative technology, network building or business development in the field.
The Wind Propulsion Technology User Award, will be presented to anycompany championing the use of wind propulsion in the maritime sector through supporting, testing, prototyping, operation or commercial use.
The Wind Propulsion Research Award will go to one of the researchers, engineers, naval architects or academics for their contribution to the sector and a final special category.
The Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to one of the outstanding figures in the wind propulsion sector over the past few decades.

Nominations for these awards are now officially open and the deadline for entries is the June 7, 2016. Shortlisted finalists for each award category will be announced in June 2016 and the three main categories will be decided by open vote.

“Wind propulsion solutions are the vital component in helping the shipping industry to reach ever tighter efficiency and emissions targets. It is critically important to raise the profile of the commercial application of wind in shipping,” said Gavin Allwright, IWSA Secretary.

Find out more about the IWSA’s activities via: http://wind-ship.org/en/grid-homepage/