# Solarized Ferries The Eco-Friendly Suntech-Guosheng Ferry Uses a Solar Sail for Power By Michael Hines | Published 2010-06-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suntech-guosheng-ferry References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/solar-sailing-shanghai/15475/) & [am.suntech-power](http://am.suntech-power.com/) The Suntech-Guosheng ferry is an [eco-friendly ferry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosie-travel) that runs primarily off of its [Solarsailor sails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grain-blanc). These sails are designed to track the sun and convert its rays into energy. The Suntech-Guosheng ferry is actually a [hybrid ferry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidal-flight) which can run off of a diesel engine on those cloudy days. However, it is still a big step in curbing the carbon footprint of ships. Hopefully, this tech catches on as sea life needs clean air just as much as people do. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Ferries:** The use of renewable energy in ferry transportation presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the maritime industry. - **Solar-powered Transportation:** The integration of solar technology in transportation infrastructure opens up new possibilities for sustainable and energy-efficient travel. - **Renewable Energy Conversion:** Advancements in solar sail technology pave the way for efficient conversion of solar energy into usable power for various industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Maritime Transportation:** The maritime industry can explore the implementation of solar-powered ferries to reduce emissions and promote environmentally-friendly transportation options. - **Transportation Infrastructure:** Incorporating solar technology in transportation infrastructure offers potential for innovation in creating sustainable and self-sufficient systems. - **Renewable Energy:** The solar sail technology showcased by the Suntech-Guosheng ferry highlights the potential for solar energy conversion in various industries, including transportation and beyond. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-electric-boat.md) - [Solar Panel-Covered Boat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-porrima-concept-boat.md) - [Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-elcat-solar-electric-boat.md) - [Solar-Powered Private Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen50.md) - [Minimalist Solar Power Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soel-senses-62-electric-catamaran.md) - [Large Electric Sustainable Ferries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incat-tasmania.md) - [Revolutionary Electric Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-catamaran.md) - [Solar-Powered Compact Houseboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fng-sng.md) - [Enchanting Old-World Sailing Ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orient-express-silenseas.md)