World's longest cargo sail ship launched in Türkiye

The world's longest wind-powered cargo ship was launched Friday in Türkiye, offering a promising way to slash carbon emissions from merchandise trade.

Designed by French Company Neoline and built by Turkish shipyard RMK Marine, the ship can carry 5,300 tonnes of freight over long distances, thanks to its two masts and 3,000 square metres of sails.

The ship will leave Türkiye during the summer of 2025 for the French Atlantic Port of Saint-Nazaire, then will begin its first rotation toward North America, serving the French Island, the US Port and in Canada. The project received support from France's public investment bank and the French Shipping Company CMA-CGM.