Brabo, a provider of pilot and port services, has signed a deal with clean maritime technology company Artemis Technologies to bring an Artemis EF-12 Pilot boat into its fleet.
The boat is designed to meet stringent safety and performance standards, fully complying with the European Standards for Technical Requirements for Inland Navigation vessels (ES-TRIN).
Powered entirely by electricity, the Artemis EF-12 Pilot produces zero operational emissions and has the potential to reduce operational costs by up to 80 per cent.
According to Artemis, an advanced active flight control system provides precise control, maintaining stability and safety during pilot transfers in displacement mode, even under challenging conditions, which improves comfort for both pilots and crew.
The Artemis eFoiler electric propulsion system also reduces wake, enabling high-speed transit in areas where such speeds were previously limited, thereby increasing pilot hour efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
As part of the testing and validation process, Artemis recently demonstrated its e-foiling technology at the Port of Cork, Ireland. The Artemis EF-12 Workboat completed multiple pilot transfer manoeuvres alongside various vessel types during the demonstration.
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Herman Van Driessche, CEO of Brabo Havenloodsen en Bootlieden BV said: “We are very excited to include this vessel in our fleet. Since the first contact with Artemis Technologies, already two years ago, we were convinced that this technology could help us in our mission for sustainable, safe and comfortable waterborne transport.
“From the start, we were impressed by the quality product Artemis Technologies was developing with all its highly motivated staff. We have seen them grow over the past few years and the results we already experienced have supported our decision to purchase this vessel.
“We are proud to soon be able to operationally deploy this pioneering foiling vessel in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges. With this purchase, we fully support their vision to strive together towards a sustainable port.”
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Echoing this sentiment, Dr Iain Percy, CEO of Artemis Technologies said: “We are delighted to partner with Brabo to provide an Artemis EF-12 Pilot—a vessel that exemplifies our dedication to safety, reliability and overall cost reduction.
“This contract underscores the confidence placed in our technology and our ability to deliver high-speed, zero-emission solutions that meet the rigorous demands of maritime operations.
“Brabo’s decision to integrate an Artemis EF-12 Pilot into their fleet is a testament to the vessel’s performance and our shared commitment to future-proofing our oceans and waterways.”
Earlier this summer, the Port of Gothenburg, North Sea Port, and Danish shipping and logistics company, DFDS, welcomed the Port of Antwerp-Bruges to their Green Shipping Corridor.
