The vessel NACC AFRICAN (IMO 9116515, MMSI 352003075) is a Cement Carrier built in 1996 (30 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Panama.
She is seen here arriving at KGV dock Glasgow.
She is seen here arriving at KGV dock Glasgow.
The most innovative aspect is her pair of vertical structures at the bow: these are Econowind rigid windfoils – a new generation of adjustable sails that rotate with the wind and generate aerodynamic lift similar to that of an aircraft wing. According to the manufacturer, the thrust generated is equivalent to around 80 square metres of conventional sail, helping reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency.
She is seen here at KGV dock Glasgow.
Photographed at Aberdeen Harbour.
The pictures show her departing from Greenock.