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HANSA Highlights Armada’s Focus on Predictable Air Lubrication Performance

Leave a Comment / Armada Technologies News / By Kathie Clark

Armada Technologies’ approach to air lubrication was featured in the Day 3 edition of the HANSA Daily SMM Newswire, published during SMM 2026 in Hamburg. Under the headline, “Armada targets predictable air lubrication performance,” the article examines an important shift taking place within the maritime industry: moving beyond headline efficiency figures toward understanding what an …

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The Future of Air Lubrication

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Why performance across the operating profile matters. Air lubrication has proven its potential to reduce hull friction and vessel power demand. But for shipowners, the more important question is not simply how much a system can save – it is what that system is likely to deliver across the speeds, draughts and operating conditions in …

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Part 2 EMSA Report: Inside Passive Air Lubrication

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Insights from Alex Routledge in the EMSA ALS Study In addition to its technical analysis of hull air lubrication systems, the recent study published by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) includes industry interviews with technology developers and hydrodynamic research institutions. Among them is Alex Routledge, who provides insights into Armada Technologies’ Passive Air Lubrication …

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Professional Mariner Article

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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 …

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Powering Progress with Green Technologies in Maritime

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Blog Post by Alex Routledge, CEO The maritime industry has long been a symbol of tradition, guided by centuries-old practices steering its course. However, as the world moves towards sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, this sector faces a much-needed transformation due to global climate change. The pressing question remains—how can innovation be balanced with established …

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Armada Technologies Welcomes Robert G. Shaw as Non-Executive Director to their Board

Armada Technologies News / By Kathie Clark

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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Qatar Shipyard with Armada Technologies and Qatar Shipyard logos with MoU announcement

Armada Technologies and Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions Sign an MoU to Enhance Vessel Energy-Efficiency

Armada Technologies News / By Kathie Clark

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 Name Green StartUp of the Year at STARTUP Awards Finals

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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 Technologies is short listed for the Green4Sea Technology Award

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The Green4Sea Technology Award reinforces excellence in new environmental technologies in the maritime industry by recognizing “significant technological achievements, breakthroughs, or contributions in any aspect of environmental maritime activity.” Armada Technologies is very excited to be short listed for this prestigious Award! Armada Technologies (Armada) is bringing to market a second generation ‘passive air lubrication …

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Armada Technologies is short listed for the Green4Sea Technology Award

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