KiteNav: Sustainable Energy
for Marine Transportation

It is estimated that the 2,7% of the global greenhouse gases are emitted by the marine transportation. The fuel consumption by oceangoing fleet could increase from about 250 Mt to 409 Mt by 2020.

• KiteNav proposes a new renewable solution in order to reduce the naval fuel consumption and to generate electricity on-board the vessels
• High-altitude winds are stronger, more constant and available also in sites with no noteworthy low altitude wind are present
• Capture wind energy using controlled tethered airfoils (KITES) that operate up to 200-300m

Expected Impacts:

• Kite-Yachts: combines the speed and low heeling of a motor yacht with the large emissions reduction and the comfortable and quite enjoyment of a sailing yacht.
• Cargo Ships: it is possible to support the motor propulsion reducing the fuel consumption by 15-30%