Technology

O-foil stands for “oscillating foil”, in other words: a flapping wing. This patented technology, developed by O-foil b.v., is based on the natural swimming motions of animals. The wing generates propulsion by creating lift in the water, just like the conventional screw propeller. But unlike the screw propeller, the O-foil wing covers the entire width of the ship. As a result, the propulsion surface is much larger. This will result in 50% better efficiency and a cut in fuel consumption by 33%. The O-foil also reduces CO₂ emissions.