The article recently published in the Hellenic Shipping News, “How Shipping Should Be Buying Clean Technology” by Alex Routledge, CEO of Armada, argues that shipowners should look beyond headline efficiency claims when evaluating clean technologies. The article explains that published fuel-saving percentages or results from isolated voyages rarely predict real-world performance across different vessel types, …
Installation of second-generation air lubrication technology will support TUI Cruises in accelerating its decarbonisation goals LIVERPOOL, UK, (11 February 2026): Armada Technologies, a provider of a next-generation air lubrication system (ALS) has signed an agreement with TUI Cruises to install its Passive Air Lubrication System (PALS) on the cruise ship Mein Schiff 6. TUI Cruises …
Shipping is under mounting pressure to decarbonise—but certainty about what truly works remains limited. As regional regulations accelerate, shipowners are right to demand technologies that perform consistently in real operating environments, not just controlled trials. After years of mixed experiences with early energy-efficiency technologies, many owners are now asking a single, decisive question: can the …
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Alex Routledge was recently interviewed for the article, “Air lubrication systems offer efficiency, but is the investment worthwhile?” written by Patricia McCarthy for the Professional Mariner. Summarized from the article comments from Andrew Spiteri, PhD included: “’I firmly believe that ALS is poised to be a pivotal technology in decarbonizing the maritime industry,’ said Andrew …
Armada Technologies (Armada) is excited to announce its affiliation with Kaeser Kompressoren (Kaeser), who will be the supplier of record for Armada’s Passive Air Lubrication System (PALS) supplementary rotary blowers. Armada’s patented PALS uses the ship’s forward motion to passively create a precise air-water mixture for enhanced hull lubrication. Unlike traditional methods that rely on …
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Hull Air Lubrication (HAL) has been around for nearly 70 years, evolving from a noise reduction technology to a leading energy efficiency solution. Contrary to wind propulsion technologies, HAL focuses on reducing frictional resistance, making it effective across various speeds, sea states, and ship types. Despite less promotion compared to wind technologies, HAL’s effectiveness has …
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Armada Technologies Welcomes Robert G. Shaw as Non-Executive Director to their Board 2nd generation hull air lubrication tech company strengthens its board with seasoned industry expert Armada Technologies is proud to announce the appointment of Robert G. Shaw as a Non-Executive Director to its Board of Directors. This strategic addition is set to bolster the …
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Armada Technologies™ (Armada), a provider of a new, second-generation innovative hull air lubrication system and Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on installing Armada’s Passive Air Lubrication Systems (PALS) on vessels. The partnership aims to improve vessel energy-efficiency, reduce operating costs, and minimize the emission of carbon and other pollutants to ships.
Armada Technologies, has been named as the Green StartUp at the North West finals of the StartUp Awards 2023 in Liverpool. Armada Technologies is currently developing the world’s first ‘passive air lubrication system.’ PALS is a patented, award-winning system that operates in a passive mode, and enables discreet control of system output with the complete …
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Armada CEO, Alex Routledge has been invited to share his thoughts on the future of shipping as a Queen Elizabeth Prize Ambassador. This is a huge honour! In his paper titled, ‘Could bubbles be the missing piece to unlock maritime decarbonisation’?’’?, Alex delves into the role that hull air lubrication could play in reducing maritime carbon emissions.