OUR MISSION
AYRO supports the shipping industry in reducing its carbon footprint, enabling lower emissions for all types and sizes of ships transporting goods by water.
Together, we stand out for our ambitious mission to catalyse the decarbonisation of the maritime sector.
CONTEXT

%
of world trade is carried by the international shipping industry

World trade to double

Shipping’s CO2 emission to increase to 17% of the world CO2 emission by 2050

Canopée is the most advanced wind powered transport ship in history.
Regulations are enforced by International Maritime Organization
2020 Sulphur Cap
0,5% (from 3,5%) MGO price to double
2030
-40% CO2 reduction*
2050
-70% CO2 reduction*
*Requirement per unit compared to 2008 level
Wind propulsion necessary part of the answer
Levers to reduce emission
Percentage of emission savings

Alternative Fuels
Emission saving devices

Fuel saving devices
Energy saving devices

Alternative Devices
Wind propulsion system

Up to 3%
Emission saving devices

Up to 10%
Energy saving devices

Up to 45%
Wind propulsion systems
AYRO’s Oceanwings® provide green propulsion anywhere on the high seas, positioning the technology as the only real option for ship owners and traders to take affirmative action and significantly reduce the amount of fossil fuel the maritime industry burns commercial on ocean going voyages.
HISTORY OF AYRO
From winning the America’s Cup to first industrial contract.
2010
America’s cup Winner
Wingsail designed for BMW Oracle Racing, Winner of the 33rd America’s cup in 2010.
2019
Industrial demonstrator
OW 32 (32m²)
Two OceanWings® to equip the Energy Observer, a zero-emission ship that has successfully sailed for 3 years accross the seas.





2017
Prototype
OW 21 (21m²)
Development in collaboration with Ademe.
Extensive testing in 2017.
2023
Decarbonation of maritime transport
OW 363 (363m²)
Canopée, the 1st modern wind powered ship dedicated to Ariane 6.
121m long ship equipped with 4 OceanWings®.

2010
America’s cup Winner
Wingsail designed for BMW Oracle Racing, Winner of the 33rd America’s cup in 2010.


2016
Prototype
OW 21 (21m²)
Development in collaboration with Ademe.
Extensive testing in 2017.


2018-2019
Industrial demonstrator
OW 32 (32m²)
Energy Observer, a Zero CO2 emission ship, sailing successfully for 18 months across the seas.


2023
Decarbonation of maritime transport
OW 363 (363m²)
Canopée, the 1st modern wind powered ship dedicated to Ariane 6.
121m long ship equipped with 4 OceanWings®.
AYRO team

Emmanuel
Schalit
CEO

Romain
Grandsart
COO

Giorgio
Provinciali
CTO
