Anemoi Marine Technologies (“Anemoi”) and COSCO SHIPPING Heavy Industry Ltd (“CHI”) deepen partnership to provide comprehensive wind propulsion installation services across CHI subsidiary shipyards.
Anemoi, a leading provider of wind propulsion technology, is pleased to announce the renewal of its framework agreement with CHI, strengthening and expanding their long-standing Rotor Sail collaboration.
Anemoi and CHI first entered into a cooperation agreement in 2022 and since then have successfully completed the installation of nine Rotor Sails at CHI subsidiary shipyards, including VLOC installations for both Vale and U-Ming at CHI Zhoushan. Having closely collaborated on projects previously, the duo provide a wealth of experience and expertise, giving confidence to those considering a Rotor Sail installation and providing added clarity on the installation process and costs.
Under the updated agreement, Anemoi’s Rotor Sail customers can benefit from CHI’s technical installation services, spanning from integration design to onboard installation at any of CHI subsidiary shipyards across China.
This landmark agreement with CHI, supporting turnkey integration and installation services, gives CHI and Anemoi customers the option to pick and choose from a variety of services and locations across the CHI network. Having collaborated closely on multiple Rotor Sail projects, together Anemoi and CHI offer a uniquely compelling and coordinated approach backed by substantial shared experience.
Nick Contopoulos, CCO of Anemoi, said: “Renewing our framework agreement with CHI marks a major benefit for our customers. By combining CHI’s installation expertise with our proven Rotor Sail technology, we can deliver even more value, clarity and confidence to owners looking to retrofit or install wind-assisted propulsion on their newbuild vessels. This collaboration underscores our commitment to advancing wind propulsion across the global fleet.”
Jony Guo, Director, Repair & Conversion, Commercial Headquarters of CHI, commented “We are delighted to renew and expand our partnership with Anemoi. Our combined experience position us strongly to support the growing adoption of wind-assisted propulsion. This agreement reflects our ongoing commitment to enabling greener maritime operations.”
About Anemoi Marine Technologies
Anemoi is a UK-based company specialising in Rotor Sail (Flettner Rotor) technology. Its systems harness wind energy to deliver auxiliary propulsion, reducing fuel consumption and emissions. Installed both on newbuilds and retrofit projects, Anemoi’s solutions combine proven engineering with automation, flexible deployment options, and minimal maintenance.
About COSCO SHIPPING Heavy Industry
CHI embraces 9 large-scale shipyards capable of ship newbuilding, repair & conversion, offshore and marine equipment & services. Multiple new-building ship types have filled the gaps in China’s shipbuilding industry. 5 of these shipyards are mainly repair & conversion business. CHI can repair and convert over 1,500 ships annually. CHI’s offshore products cover all types from shallow water to deep sea. In addition, the company’s professional supporting enterprises for marine and offshore can provide customers with high-quality and fast technical services at any port along the Chinese coast.
