The Future Way’s christening was performed by its sponsor, German artist Milana Schoeller. Credit: Wallenius Marine

Wallenius Marine has christened the first vessel built using its Sleipner design concept as it prepares to deliver the Future Way Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC) to Volkswagen

Designed with Danish ship design company Knud E. Hansen, the Sleipner concept uses a more aerodynamically shaped hull to eliminate the need for ballast water and increase the energy efficiency of the vessel. 

Knud E. Hansen’s managing director Finn Wollesen said: “A distinctive feature is that the ship, thanks to its innovative design, can cross the Atlantic without ballast water

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