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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…
Nostalgia and the sea
John Nellis discusses nostalgia and the sea – how it represents the past, future and a fundamental part of human existence.
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.
3 reasons why you should give sailing a go
Sailing isn’t for everyone, but here are three reasons why you should give it a go.
The Magnetic Compass
The compass is a remarkable instrument. Read about the history of the magnetic compass in this blog.
Sail cargo and the SDGs: Goal 5 & Goal 10
Sail cargo encourages the growth of small scale, local producers and suppliers, as opposed to large scale, multinational corporate systems.
Sail Cargo and the SDGs: Goal 4 & 12
Quality education and responsible consumption are integral to the Sustainable Development Goals, as they are to sail cargo.
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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...