Newtowt completes Atlantis

Following successful sea trials in Vietnam, the Atlantis, the third sailing cargo ship operated by the French shipping company NEWTOWT, is due to be delivered at the end of July.

This marks a significant milestone for the Normandy-based shipping company, which has regained momentum since its takeover in the spring and is continuing to roll out its fleet of sailing cargo ships despite the difficulties of recent months. On 25 and 26 June, the sailing cargo ship Atlantis successfully completed its sea trials — a significant milestone in the run-up to delivery, which is scheduled by the PIRIOU shipyards for the end of July 2026. During the sea trials, all rigging systems were tested and fine-tuned under the joint supervision of the project suppliers and NEWTOWT’s experienced crews, and the correct functioning of the on-board equipment was confirmed.

The relatively light winds during these two days do nothing to diminish confidence in the rigging: the design is based on the operational experience of her sister ships, the Anemos and the Artemis, whose reliability has already been proven in practice. The Atlantis will soon join the fleet to be deployed for carbon-free maritime transport. Its construction reflects the strength of an entire sector — shipyards, riggers, sailmakers, and engine and automation specialists.

Source: Newtowt and Mer et Marine.
Image: The Atlantis, still under construction in Vietnam.

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