Climate-neutral charter catamaran

MODX 70 is an innovative catamaran in which every effort has been made to minimise the footprint.

After the sailing cargo trimaran from the previous Windassist, so now a zero-emission charter vessel of course again from France. Renowned design agency VPLP Design signed for the design and the vessel was further developed by Ocean Developpement.

The hull of the catamaran was built with partially biologically produced bear Infugreen, as well as recycled PET bottles and cork and flax. The construction method was kept as light as possible to reduce weight and thus keep the behaviour in seaway optimal.

The MODX 70 features two automated types of propulsion, which means there are no CO2 emissions. She can sail fully electric or in combination with automated and retractable Aeroforces wing sails developed specifically for the project.

The fully automated rigging is perhaps the most amazing feature, as the two retractable carbon masts – one on each hull – each support a 125m² inflatable wing. These two wings provide 35% better performance compared to a conventional rig with the same sail area. In addition to the solar panels, the adjustable propellers contribute to charging the huge battery bank while sailing. The ship is said to be able to cruise at an average of 10 knots. The electric drive will last 100 miles without sail drive. A hydrogen option is currently under development.

Taking advantage of the capabilities of the double-wing sails (after all, with no stays), the architects decided to fill an entire deck with 70 m² of solar panels. Low aspect-ratio keels offer the possibility of dry-docking. The living space below deck consists of a living area of almost 200 m².

This spring, the first MODX 70 went into the water, and after the rigging has been installed, the tests by the strict French testing agency will take place in the summer.

Info: VPLP Design
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