More news of the future: " we are now able to project initial results of 16% fuel and emissions reductions, in line with our broader development roadmap. "
This after 7 years of “development”. After 7 years, they can only “project” meaningful results at some nebulous future point in time.
As someone whose first CAD drawing was a boat being pulled by a kite, I’m disappointed that it hasn’t worked out.
Below are two links provided by Dave Santos who would have the possibility to post himself with his own account.
September 4, 2025, by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak
Japanese shipping company Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) has revealed that land tests verifying the performance of “Seawing” automated kite system utilizing wind power have been successful, paving the way for offshore demonstration tests in the near future.
The system is being developed by Oceanicwing, a subsidiary of K Line in France. To remind, back in February 2024, K Line acquired the French wind propulsion specialist Airseas which developed Seawing.
“K” LINE subsidiary tests 300 m² kite in first stage of “Seawing” development
The project is being carried out by OCEANICWING S.A.S., a France-based subsidiary of “K” LINE. In the first phase, concluded in June 2025, OCEANICWING tested a 300 m² kite at a land-based site to verify the tensile strength and performance of the system. According to the company, the results were positive.
Is a more detailed test 300 m² kite report available, including wind speed, force on the tether, and power?