Prior to COP26 and as travel slowly opens up it’s worth remembering alternatives which will reduce your carbon footprint where possible.
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The Speed of Clippers Part 2: Transition
The transition of clipper ships is underway! Why is the clipper the ultimate ship design? Read more to find out…
The Speed of Clippers: Fiery Cross
What was the clipper ship designed for? Speed. Read through the exciting Tea Race of 1866 and why clipper ships were perfect for the task.
Crew Requirements By Tonnage And Rig: Part 2
Second installment in the Crew Requirements by Tonnage and Rig series, which analyses different rigs and crew sizes, and which vessels are optimal for sail cargo purposes.
Crew Requirements By Tonnage And Rig: Part 1
Steven Woods analyses different sailing ships and their efficiencies by looking at crew requirements from the US 1906 fleet.
Moving New Zealand to Sail Freight, Part Two: Timber
Second blog in a series looking at the main exports of New Zealand whether they can be shipped by sail.
Moving New Zealand to Sail Freight, Part 1: Fruits and Veg
Steven explores the feasibility of exporting New Zealand fruit and vegetables using sail freight ships.
Eastern Trade Route- an ongoing project!
EcoClipper has been working on its four shipping lines with fixed geographical schedules, through which EcoClipper vessels will be able to operate transporting cargo and travelers.
Carbon Footprint Labeling – an introduction
Carbon footprint labeling has recently been gaining ground as a way to inform consumers of a products’ carbon footprint.
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Discount 20%
As we celebrate our first season of sailing, we are excited to offer a special discount of 20% on select upcoming voyages. This is your chance to explore the world in a way that is both adventurous and responsible.
Press release: Sail Cargo Company EcoClipper on Maiden Voyage
Emission free short sea Western European liner service has started. De Tukker, the first ship operated by sail cargo company Ecoclipper, has set sail. Leaving Amsterdam carrying chocolate, 5 crew members and 5 trainees, De Tukker is headed for Porto where she is...
Meet our Volunteer- Bart!
Alongside our team of professional shipwrights and sailors, EcoClipper welcomes occasional and regular volunteers to help us get Tukker ready for her first sailing season. Today, Bart is joining the blog to tell us about his experiences on Tukker as a volunteer, his...