Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha signs deal with Airbus spin-off Airseas for up to 50 automated flying wings

Airseas, an Airbus spin-off, announces a 20-year agreement with shipowner Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha. (K Line) to install and service one ship with a Seawing, an automated kite based on parafoil technology. The Seawing will be used to tow commercial ships and reduce CO2 emissions by 20% through wind propulsion. Following an initial test on one vessel, K Line will acquire up to 50 Seawings. “Seawing represents a breakthrough for our industry and for the environment. K Line has always been committed to demonstrating that shipowners are prioritising technology to improve ship efficiency and to solve the core issue of maritime