
The year 2024 was marked by innovative projects in the maritime industry which witnessed the increased adoption of various wind propulsion solutions. Toward year’s end, a ‘revolutionary’ new solar sails-equipped cruise ship concept hit the headlines.

French shipping giant CMA CGM has taken delivery of the final vessel in a series of ten LNG-powered 2000-TEU ships, built by the Hyundai Mipo shipyard in Ulsan, South Korea.