Dykstra Naval Architects is proud to announce the signing of a contract for the design of a 24-meter zero-emission, autonomous, wind-powered cargo vessel for Clippership. The vessel represents a significant step forward in sustainable maritime transport and is scheduled for launch in late 2026.
The new vessel has been specifically designed for open-ocean autonomous operations and will serve pilot cargo routes across the Transatlantic, Caribbean, and South American regions. Primary propulsion is provided by twin foldable rigid wings, enabling efficient wind-powered operation with zero emissions. The vessel features a climate-controlled cargo hold with a capacity of up to 75 Euro-pallets.
Construction will take place at KM Yachtbuilders in the Netherlands. Glosten, the Seattle-based naval architecture and marine engineering firm, has completed the vessel's structural engineering. The ship will be built in accordance with RINA rules, supervised during construction, and classed as a WAPS General Cargo Ship. The vessel will sail under the Maltese flag.
Naval architecture for the project has been carried out by Dykstra Naval Architects, building on the firm's extensive experience in the design of innovative sailing vessels, including Maltese Falcon, SY Black Pearl, and Sea Eagle.
Clippership is developing the vessel's autonomy software and rigid-wing technology in-house, resulting in a fully integrated system optimized for safety, efficiency, and reliability on blue-water routes.
This project underscores Dykstra Naval Architects' continued commitment to advancing wind-assisted propulsion, zero-emission solutions, and next-generation maritime design.
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The brand new Dykstra Naval Architects designed Bestevaer 53
'Tethys', built for Belgian adventurer Tom Waes, is the latest
53-footer in the iconic Bestevaer series — where rugged
capability meets refined design. Built in aluminium and designed
for short-handed, long-range sailing, the Bestevaer 53 is at home
in both high latitudes and tropical waters. Fast, reliable, and
comfortable.
Come and see this new addition to the Bestevaer Family at the
KM Yachtbuilders berth D.02, Hiswa te Water at Batavia Haven,
Lelystad, The Netherlands
Wed 3 | Thu 4 | Fri 5 | Sun 7 September 2025
We're proud to be the naval architects behind two Tall Ships
participating in SAIL Amsterdam 2025: Clipper Stad Amsterdam and
Shabab Oman II.
With our office located just steps away from the Scheepvaart Museum in Amsterdam, it's a special moment to welcome these ships back so close to where their first lines were drawn.
Clipper Stad Amsterdam
Built in 2000 at Damen Shipyard and inspired by a
19th-century frigate, she is not a replica, but a modern
interpretation. Designed by Dykstra Naval Architects, she combines
the best of traditional clipper design with modern construction
techniques. A proven performer, she won the 2001 Cutty Sark Tall
Ships' Race and returns in 2025 as the official flagship of SAIL.
Today, she serves both as a training vessel and a charter ship.
Shabab Oman II
Following the success of Stad Amsterdam and Cisne Branco, we
collaborated again with Damen Shipyards to develop this 87-meter
full-rigged ship for the Royal Navy of Oman. Delivered in 2014, she
accommodates up to 94 crew and trainees and has since become a
valued member of the global Tall Ships fleet. We look forward to
seeing both vessels grace the waters of Amsterdam during
#SAIL2025
– you will find us around the show instead of exhibiting with our usual Dykstra stand...
We will be walking the docks, meeting clients, industry
colleagues and brainstorming for innovative sailing designs.
Let us know if you'd like to connect and meet!
email: anneliek@dykstra-na.nl
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DYKSTRA NAVAL ARCHITECTS
CLUB DE MAR SUPERYACHT NEW BUILD HUB
Come and meet up with the Dykstra Team at stand
CM09
Palma de Mallorca, April 30 - May 3 2025
10 AM - 8 PM
Water shuttles will be running from the Superyacht Village to
the Club de Mar New Build Hub and back.
The Superyacht New Build Hub offers an exclusive platform for
showcasing the latest in shipbuilding innovation. Located at the
newly renovated Club de Mar, seamlessly connected to the main show
via boat shuttle and golf cart, this dedicated area provides
premium berths for superyachts ranging from 35m to 80m, creating a
unique space for the Superyacht Industry to present their new
builds and groundbreaking projects.