Hull Vane has achieved a significant milestone with the first-ever trial of a Hull Vaneยฎ installation in the United States, specifically in support of Shellโs Port Fourchon Operations. The installation was carried out on Chouestโs vessel, the Fast Runner, and the results are impressive! ๐ข
At typical operating speeds of 17 to 21 knots, the trial showed ~5-8% fuel savings, a lower stern wave, and an increase in speed across all RPM measurements. ๐๐
This collaboration between Shell, Chouest, and Hull Vane marks an important moment for the maritime industry. , .chouest.offshore , and .vane continue to strive for innovations that improve efficiency and reduce our industryโs environmental impact and lower operating costs.
Thank you to everyone who made this possible. ๐
13/02/2025
๐ข Hull Vane and TotalEnergies Pilot Project: A Big Success!
We are thrilled to share the success of our pilot project with , where Hull Vaneยฎ was installed on the Fast Support Vessel Ava J McCall to reduce CO2 emissions. After successful sea trials and months of operation, the results are clear: 11% fuel savings and a 650-ton reduction in CO2 emissions annually!
Hull Vaneยฎ proved its ability to lower fuel consumption, with significant savings observed at operational speeds of 16 and 21 knots. This retrofittable technology has been a game changer for TotalEnergies, offering a cost-effective solution with minimal operational impact.
The success has led TotalEnergies to mandate Hull Vaneยฎ for future tenders for FSIVs in Nigeria. With more FSVs around the world now benefiting from Hull Vaneยฎ, weโre excited to see more industry players adopting this technology to enhance sustainability.
A special thanks TotalEnergies for their collaboration, and weโre eager to continue supporting their decarbonisation goals!
04/02/2025
Wำrtsilำ Underwater Services and .vane team up to enhance vessel efficiency without dry-dock
What if you could enhance your vesselโs efficiency and performance without the need for a dry-dock visit? Wรคrtsilรค Underwater Services and Hull Vane have partnered to offer a unique solution: installing Hull Vaneยฎ underwater during regular operationsโno dry-dock required!
Key benefits of this solution include:
- Faster ROI: Unlock immediate fuel savings and operational enhancements.
- Operational continuity: No disruption to your scheduleโinstallation happens during routine activities.
- Reduced risks and costs: Our proven underwater installation method ensures efficiency and minimizes unexpected expenses.
Letโs connect and discover how this solution can propel your operations to new levels of performance.
In todayโs world, where sustainability and operational efficiency are key, Hull Vaneยฎ offers an innovative solution to reduce ship resistance, lower fuel costs and shrink your environmental footprint. ๐ข๐ก
Discover the science behind our patented technology and the tangible benefits it can bring to your fleet. From cutting emissions to boosting passenger comfort, Hull Vaneยฎ is designed to future-proof your operations while protecting our planet. ๐โจ
Read the scientific paper on our website:https://www.hullvane.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Paper-RINA-Ferries-RoPax-Conference.pdf
What do you see as the biggest challenge in reducing operational costs? Please share your thoughts!
16/01/2025
๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฒ๐น ๐๐ผ๐ป๐๐๐บ๐ฝ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ฏ๐ ๐ฑโ๐ญ๐ฑ% ๐๐ถ๐๐ต ๐๐๐น๐น ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฒ
Fuel efficiency is a key challenge in the maritime industry. Hull Vane offers a proven solution that reduces vessel resistance and saves 5โ15% on fuel consumption, depending on speed and sea conditions. By optimising hydrodynamics, we help ship owners lower operational costs and improve sustainability.
Key benefits of Hull Vane:
โข ๐๐๐ฒ๐น ๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ฑโ๐ญ๐ฑ%: Achieve significant cost reductions on every voyage.
โข ๐ฆ๐๐๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐ป๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐: Cut CO2 emissions by using less fuel.
โข ๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ๐บ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ: Maintain speed and stability, even in challenging sea conditions.
๐ Hull Vane is already helping vessels worldwide to save fuel and operate more efficiently.
Want to know how much fuel your vessel could save? Visit www.hullvane.com to learn more or request a customised analysis.
26/12/2024
Getting the works done during the festive season!
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At Hull Vane, itโs all hands on deck as we push to deliver four Hull Vanes currently in their final stages before New Years day. Every detail is being carefully refined to ensure our clients receive top-quality performance upgrades ready for the new year.
From hydrodynamic optimisation to seamless installation and the perfect finishing touches, weโre making sure everything is completed before 2025 begins.
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A huge thank you to our dedicated team for their hard work and craftsmanship โ proving that excellence doesnโt take a holiday.
Stay tuned for updates and the results of these impressive projects.
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Weโre thrilled to mark a decade of Hull Vaneโs pioneering journey towards a greener, more efficient future for maritime shipping! Since 2014, our hydrodynamic technology has helped vessels save fuel, reduce COโ emissions, and enhance onboard comfort.
From superyachts to commercial shipping and naval vessels, Hull Vane is setting the standard for sustainable shipping solutions across the globe.
Hereโs to the next chapter of innovation and continued sustainability in the maritime industry! Learn more about how Hull Vane can make your vessels more efficient: www.hullvane.com
Ten years ago, Hull Vane embarked on an ambitious journey with one clear goal: to make maritime shipping more sustainable, efficient, and comfortable. We celebrate not just our 10th anniversary, but also a decade of technological breakthroughs, environmental impact, and satisfied clients across the....
12/11/2024
Hull Vane at
The countdown is on! Only one week until in the RAI in Amsterdam.
Our team will be present from Tuesday 19 โ Thursday 21 November. Are you visiting the event and want to learn about the benefits of the Hull Vane? Come for coffee and a chat in the Superyacht Pavilion hall 10, stand 409.
First experience and impressions of the Hull Vaneยฎ on the Voyager 56 by Van den Hoven Jachtbouw:
The Voyager 56 was launched on the 3rd of July. After the first week of sea trials, the Hull Vane certainly meets up to our expectations. The yacht sails 1 knot faster, which shows improved performance. She sails more horizontal when speed increases, so enhancing comfort and control. The Hull Vaneยฎ is contributing to a noticeable fuel saving. Another big advantage for fellow water sports enthusiasts is that the sternwave makes the boat more environmentally friendly.
Our team at is very happy with the benefits of the Hull Vaneยฎ for the Voyager 56!
Due to these results, a new Hull Vane was ordered by the shipyard.
29/10/2024
First experience and impressions of the Hull Vaneยฎ on the Voyager 56 by Van den Hoven Jachtbouw:
The Voyager 56 was launched on the 3rd of July. After the first week of sea trials, the Hull Vaneยฎcertainly meets up to our expectations. The yacht sails 1 knot faster, which shows improved performance. She sails more horizontal when speed increases, so enhancing comfort and control. The Hull Vaneยฎ is contributing to a noticeable fuel saving. Another big advantage for fellow water sports enthusiasts is that the sternwave makes the boat more environmentally friendly.
Our team at Van den Hoven Jachtbouw is very happy with the benefits of the Hull Vaneยฎ for the Voyager 56!
Due to these results a new Hull Vaneยฎ was ordered by the shipyard.
Photo credit: Guy Fleury
22/10/2024
Case study of a Hull Vaneยฎ retrofit: a Midlife Performance Upgrade of 52m OPV Thรฉmis from the French Affaires Maritimes.
CMN (Constructions Mรฉcaniques de Normandie) delivered the vessel in 2004 and retrofitted the vessel in 2018.
The test results in a nutshell:
โ 18 to 26% saving in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
โ 20% reduction of CO2 emissions over the operational profile
โ 1.4 knots increase in top speed
โ significantly reduced stern wave
This project video shows the process from design to sea trials of a Hull Vane retrofit on the 52 m Offshore Patrol Vessel Thรฉmis from the French Affaires Mar...
15/10/2024
To demonstrate our commitment to continuously improving the environmental performance of the maritime industry, we are proud to have recently become a Green Marine Europe Partner.
The European maritime industry is at a critical point in its environmental transition. With the need for sustainable transformation more urgent than ever, the industry faces a stark reality: environmental responsibility is no longer optional.
At .vane , we specialise in delivering innovative solutions that reduce ship resistance and fuel consumption, helping vessels of all types โ from luxury superyachts to Passenger ships and naval vessels โ improve operational efficiency and meet sustainability goals. Our technologies not only reduce costs and increase performance, but they also enable a rapid return on investment, making the transition to a greener future both practical and profitable for our clients.
By focusing on scientific innovation and proven performance, Hull Vane ensures that vessels are more efficient, environmentally friendly, and compliant with the latest regulations. We believe that a sustainable maritime industry is achievable, and we are dedicated to playing our part in this transformation.
Ready to make your fleet more efficient and sustainable? Contact us today to learn how Hull Vane can help you reduce fuel consumption and operational costs while contributing to a greener future. Visit www.hullvane.com to get started!
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Hull Vane BV designs and builds the patented Hull Vaneยฎ, an underwater wing on the transom of a ship to improve the sailing comfort and performance of motor ships. Using computational fluid dynamics software and building upon in-depth hydrodynamic expertise, the Hull Vaneยฎ is optimised for each individual ship. Since 2014, over 30 Hull Vanes have been built and the concept is more than proven.
โข More sailing comfort
โข Higher top & cruising speed
โข Lower stern wave
โข Less noise
โข Reduced emissions
Innovation
The Hull Vaneยฎ is an application of an underwater wing at the stern of a ship, which converts energy of the stern wave into forward trust. This reduces the shipโs resistance and dampens the pitching, heaving and rolling motions when sailing in waves. For suitable vessels, the fuel consumption can be reduced by between 5% and 26% depending on the shipโs length, speed and displacement. The Hull Vaneยฎ is applicable on ships in the intermediate speed range, such as patrol vessels, superyachts, passenger vessels, fast supply vessels, expedition cruise vessels and roro-vessels.
Semi-custom Hull Vaneยฎ
A Hull Vaneยฎ is normally optimised and custom-built for each ship. In 2018, the semi-custom Hull Vaneยฎ was introduced for motor yachts between 10 and 20 meters, with a top speed up to 14 knots. Through an extensive study on a database of hull shapes, a tool was developed that replaces the optimisation in CFD. Standardised aluminium profiles are used for production, making the solution more cost-efficient in this segment than the custom Hull Vanes, which are typically built of steel or composite. Reduced weight also makes installation easier.
The Hull Vaneยฎ can be installed both on existing ships and on new-builds.