The new Hurtigruten Norway cruise ship prepared to take to the sea in 2030 is dubbed Sea Zero as passengers will be travelling on a zero-emissions electric structure. The ship will be equipped entirely with gargantuan retractable sails that are complete with a series of solar panels.
Sea Zero is developed by the company with the help of 12 other maritime partners and the research institute SINTEF. The energy supply of the ship can also be recharged in port using a renewable energy source since most of the country's grid uses clean power. The same batteries are estimated to he able to help the ship travel between 300 to 350 nautical miles. Overall, this means that it will be able to embark on an 11-day round trip to be docked and recharged 7-8 times.
Zero-Emissions Electric Ships
The Hurtigruten Norway Sea Zero Cruise is Fully Electric
Trend Themes
1. Electric Marine Transportation - Companies can invest in fully electric ships that use renewable energy sources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide a more sustainable mode of transportation.
2. Integrating Solar Panels and Retractable Sails - Manufacturers can explore ways to combine renewable energy sources such as solar panels with retractable sails to power future marine vessels.
3. Rechargeable Batteries for Marine Vessels - There is a potential for innovation in rechargeable battery technology specifically designed for marine vessels that can help reduce carbon footprint.
Industry Implications
1. Maritime Transportation - Maritime transportation companies can reduce their carbon footprint through investing in zero-emissions ships powered by renewable energy sources.
2. Solar Energy - Solar energy companies can explore opportunities to integrate their technology into marine vessels to expand their market and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the maritime industry.
3. Battery Technology - There is an opportunity for battery technology companies to develop specialized, rechargeable batteries for marine vessels to provide a greener option for marine transportation.