Inland navigation

O-foil provides a new way of propulsion for inland vessels, cutting fuel costs for ship owners by as much as 33%.  The return on investment for O-foil is relatively fast and therefore very attractive to increase the operational margin. O-foil is a sustainable alternative for the marine propeller.

We are developing a validated and integrated ship design package consisting of a constructive design, propulsion mechanism, manoeuvring systems and an electronic propulsion system including generators. As a skipper, this total package will give you access to any shipyard of your choice. Options include a maintenance contract, after-sales service, upgrades, improvements and financial advice.

Implementing the O-foil has important benefits:

• The O-foil will take 33% off the cost of fuel;
• Particularly tax friendly via the (Dutch) energy investment tax credit scheme;
• Less noise pollution on board thanks to low-noise propulsion;
• The O-foil is suitable for different ship models and navigation profiles;
• Low maintenance costs;
• Reliable system tested by renowned institutes;
• Sustainable mechanism with lower CO2 emissions;
• Thorough back-up scenario available. An L-drive propulsion can be built in without extra costs.