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Inside the World’s Largest Wind-Powered Cargo Ship [supplychaindigital.com]:

Built for impact

Measuring 136 metres (446 feet) in length, the Neoliner Origin is primarily a roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro) cargo ship, specifically designed to carry outsize cargo that can be wheeled on and off the vessel.

Its cargo capacity includes space for 5,300 tonnes or up to 265 containers.

Onboard, it will transport everything from Renault vehicles and Manitou forklifts to Beneteau sailing yachts. Luxury goods such as Longchamp handbags, Hennessy cognac, Rémy Cointreau spirits, Clarins cosmetics and Le Fournée Dorée brioche are also set to make the journey across the Atlantic.

The vessel is equipped to carry refrigerated (reefer) cargo, ensuring perishable goods stay fresh throughout its 13-day transatlantic crossings. While its primary role is cargo transport, the Neoliner Origin also has space to accommodate up to 12 passengers comfortably, offering a unique maritime experience.

Powering this impressive ship are two 90-metre (295-foot) masts and an expansive 3,000 square metres (32,300 square feet) of sails. Wind will provide 60–70% of the vessel’s propulsion, supported by hybrid diesel-electric engines when needed.

To further boost efficiency, the ship employs slow steaming—sailing at a reduced speed of 11 knots—to conserve fuel and reduce emissions. It even generates energy from its own wake, maximising sustainability [supplychaindigital.com] at every turn.

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