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Nonprofit organisation Circular Waves unveils 80m catamaran concept dedicated to marine conservation

23 September 2024 • Written by Dea Jusufi

Nonprofit organisation Circular Waves has unveiled a new, 80-metre catamaran concept that serves as a research platform for marine conservation. The concept was developed in collaboration with the Technical University of Munich.

The design is split into two collection areas which focus on removing "residues" such as plastic and brown algae, which pollute beaches and drinking water. The collected waste would be processed on board to power the yacht's hydrogen propulsion, while the brown algae would be processed into energy, such as biogas, on land.

The hull and superstructure are made from green carbon biomass

The concept is designed with vertical, hydrogen-powered wind turbines and floatable solar cells to assist with propulsion. An on board laboratory would develop breeding programmes for corals and reefs and create a database for recording marine pollution and species impact. Data acquisition and processing would be assisted by AI. 

The skydeck has drone and helicopter capacity alongside an "event area" for hosting talks and discussions on board. Other highlights include a media room with televisions and webcams for hosting educational programmes and vertical "green farming" for further autonomy when cruising.

The 28-metre CW02 has also been released as a proof of concept, designed to operate closer to the shore

"Together with the scientists involved, we are restoring endangered habitats, reforesting seagrass meadows and reefs and improving the safety of shipping traffic through AI-supported geodesy projects," said founder Pascal Gerdsmeier. "[This concept] combines economy, technology, environmental sustainability, and innovation to create a forward-thinking concept for the yacht industry."

The catamaran would also be equipped with rescue and tender boats, a submarine and diver equipment. Key numbers include a 38-metre beam and a draft of 24 metres.

Further details will be revealed at this year's Monaco Yacht Show.

For those attending the Monaco Yacht Show, visit Stand DS103 to say hello to the BOAT International team.

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