ClassNK has released Guidelines for Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems for Ships (Edition 2.0), which specify requirements for ensuring the safety of ships equipped with wind-assisted propulsion systems based on the latest insights obtained from the involvement in actual installation projects.
ClassNK published the first edition of “Guidelines for Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems for Ships” in 2019. Reflecting the insights obtained from involvement in the actual installation projects and output of the latest R&D, the guidelines are updated to the second edition. The overall structure of the guidelines has been revised and organized into three parts: "Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems", "Base Ships", and "Surveys", and requirements have been refined and clarified. The guidelines now provide a comprehensive overview of the points to be considered in designing wind-assisted propulsion systems and their installation on ships.
