Neoliner Origin, “the world’s first” commercial sailing roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessel being built for French shipping player Neoline at the Turkish RMK Marine shipyard, has completed its second sea trials.
Credit: Neoline via LinkedIn
As informed, the trials involved testing numerous systems at sea, as well as adjustments and regulatory tests. Furthermore, they allowed for several hours of sailing under sail, during which the vessel’s maneuverability and flexibility were assessed.
Neoline noted that some work remains to be completed before delivery, adding: “This work aims to perfect every technical detail and ensure that the vessel fully meets our requirements in terms of performance, safety, and environmental efficiency.”
“This is what makes a pioneering vessel so special: taking the time to adjust, test, and optimize, paving the way for future generations. Very soon, our first sail-powered Ro-Ro vessel will set