BAR Technologies has launched the WindWings Hub, a cutting-edge platform delivering real-time data and insights for wind-assisted vessels. This innovation empowers shipowners to optimize fuel savings and reduce emissions, driving smarter, greener shipping operations worldwide.
Oslo, Norway – 4 June 2025 — In a major leap forward for smart, sustainable maritime operations, BAR Technologies has officially launched WindWings® Hub, a powerful digital platform designed to revolutionize how shipping companies monitor and optimize wind-assisted propulsion systems.
This game-changing innovation addresses a longstanding challenge in the maritime industry: verifying the real-world impact of clean technologies at sea. Traditionally, shipowners and fleet managers relied on fragmented data or manual reporting to evaluate the performance of sustainability upgrades. Now, WindWings® Hub provides real-time visibility and actionable insights into how WindWings-equipped vessels perform across fuel savings, voyage efficiency, maintenance, and more — all through an intuitive, user-friendly interface.
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Turning Data into Decarbonisation
“WindWings® Hub was created out of a real need,” said Andy Bryson, Head of Performance and Simulation at BAR Technologies.
“We had access to incredible internal performance data, but there was no simple way to communicate that value to our customers. The Hub changes that. Now, shipowners can see exactly how their WindWings® are performing and where they can improve further.”
The platform not only enhances transparency, but also actively supports the decarbonisation of global fleets. Instead of treating WindWings® as an isolated technology, the Hub integrates performance data into broader ship operations, aligning technical, commercial, and ESG strategies.
Early deployments of WindWings® Hub have already demonstrated impressive results, with monitored vessels saving up to 1.5 tonnes of fuel per day on typical global routes — a key metric in reducing greenhouse gas emissions at scale.
A Strategic Step Toward Net-Zero Shipping
John Cooper, CEO of BAR Technologies, emphasized the wider implications of the launch:
“We believe data transparency is critical to the future of sustainable shipping. WindWings® Hub doesn’t just report performance—it empowers fleets to chart a smarter course toward true net-zero operations.”
By enabling operators to make data-informed decisions, the Hub bridges the gap between technical performance and operational strategy — a crucial step in aligning with upcoming regulatory frameworks such as FuelEU Maritime and the IMO’s GHG Intensity targets.
Supported by the UK Government and Innovate UK
The development of WindWings® Hub was backed by the UK Government’s Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure (ZEVI) competition and delivered in collaboration with Innovate UK. This public-private partnership underlines the importance of scalable, real-world solutions in accelerating the maritime sector’s transition to low-carbon operations.
About WindWings® Hub:
- Real-time insights into WindWings® performance
- Dashboard interface for fuel savings, efficiency, and maintenance
- Supports regulatory compliance and ESG reporting
- Fuel savings of up to 1.5 tonnes/day observed in early use
- Backed by ZEVI and Innovate UK
The WindWings® Hub marks another bold move by BAR Technologies to embed innovation into the core of maritime operations. As fleet decarbonisation becomes both a regulatory and competitive imperative, tools like WindWings® Hub will be essential to making green shipping measurable, scalable, and commercially viable.
About WindWings®
WindWings® is a patented wind-assisted propulsion system developed by BAR Technologies. Its unique three-element wing design delivers up to 2.5 times the lift of a single-element wing, placing it at the forefront of wind propulsion innovation.
Unlike other systems, WindWings® require no ongoing power for suction fans or mechanical movement. The wings automatically adjust their camber and angle of attack to optimize performance across a broad range of wind conditions. At 37.5 meters tall, each WindWing® can deliver up to 1.5 tonnes of fuel savings per day on global trading routes — offering a scalable, proven solution for emissions reduction.
About BAR Technologies
BAR Technologies is a cutting-edge maritime engineering company with a prestigious heritage, having originated from Great Britain’s former America’s Cup team. The company provides a wide range of design and engineering consultancy services across commercial ships, workboats, leisure vessels, and advanced marine systems.
BAR Technologies is powered by a team of world-class naval architects, fluid dynamicists, optimization experts, and systems engineers — all focused on delivering the next generation of maritime technology.
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