GT Wings

What GT Wings does

GT Wings (legally GT Green Technologies Ltd) is a UK-based clean technology company founded in 2021 that has developed the AirWing Jet Sail, claimed to be the world's first commercially available Jet Sail wind propulsion system for commercial shipping. The technology uses patented AirFlow airflow manipulation to draw air in, maintain boundary layer adhesion, and channel pressurized air over a rear flap to deliver industry-leading thrust from a compact, modular deck footprint. The company's primary product is the AirWing20, a 20-metre Jet Sail unit engineered for both retrofit and newbuild applications across bulk carriers, tankers, container ships, general cargo, LNG carriers, and Ro-ro vessels, claiming 5-30% fuel and CO2 savings (with up to 10% demonstrated on the first installation) and supporting compliance with FuelEU Maritime, EU ETS, and IMO regulations.

GT Wings generates revenue primarily through direct hardware sales of AirWing units to commercial shipowners, supplemented by leasing options and free feasibility studies as a pipeline-generation tool. The business sells predominantly through direct enterprise field sales led by the CEO, CCO, and Sales and Strategy Director, supported by exclusive channel agents in Greece/Cyprus (Franman) and South Korea (MAGNA MARE), and a US partnership with PEI TECH. Manufacturing is delivered via UK partners A2O Manufacturing and KS Composites for composite fabrication, with a new strategic MoU signed in March 2026 with Zunsion Technology in China targeting 250+ units annually of industrial-scale production. The company complements hardware with a RINA-approved 4DOF performance assessment tool developed with Blue Wasp Marine and a Lloyd's Register-verified methodology aligned with ISO 19030 and ITTC standards.

The company is founder-led by CEO George Thompson (formerly with the Land Rover BAR America's Cup Team) and operates with a small engineering-led team of 1-10 employees combining backgrounds from Formula 1, America's Cup, Dyson, BAE Systems, and naval architecture. To date GT Wings has raised over £6 million in equity and grants by end of 2024, including Blackfinch Ventures, angel investors via Sustainable Times and One Planet Capital, DfT grants, and the £1M CMDC6 award; subsequent rounds in 2025 added Grieg Kapital as a strategic investor alongside Liverpool City Region Combined Authority funding. Two commercial contracts are confirmed: Carisbrooke Shipping's MV Vectis Progress (installed Q1 2025) and Grieg Maritime Group's Star Kirkenes (installing late 2026/early 2027), with a pipeline of more than 80 completed early-stage performance assessments.

Name

GT Wings

Legal name

GT Green Technologies Ltd

Website

https://gtwings.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

GT Wings is a UK clean technology company that designs and sells the AirWing Jet Sail, a patented compact wind propulsion system for commercial ships, delivering 5-30% fuel and emissions savings for retrofit and newbuild vessels targeting bulk carriers, tankers, and container ships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Wind Propulsion Systems

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336412)

SIC

Aircraft & Parts (3720), Aircraft (3721), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Nacelles, Fairings & Aerodynamic Structures (IMABAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Glider & Sailplane Manufacturing (IMABAAAG)

Keywords

• Wind propulsion systems
• Wind-assisted ship propulsion
• Marine decarbonization solutions
• Jet sail technology
• Maritime emissions reduction

Headquarters

HQ city

Birkenhead

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. AirWing™ Jet Sail Hardware Sales: Direct sales of AirWing™ Jet Sail wind propulsion systems to shipowners for retrofit on existing vessels or integration into newbuilds. Systems sold with installation support, class approvals, and commissioning services.
2. Leasing Options: Leasing options available to reduce upfront cost for shipowners, enabling adoption without large capital expenditure.
3. Feasibility Studies: Free feasibility studies offered to assess wind potential, compliance gains, and ROI tailored to specific vessel routes and operating profiles.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

GT Wings designs, manufactures (via partners), and sells the AirWing™ Jet Sail, a compact, fully automated wind-assisted propulsion system for commercial shipping vessels. The hardware is sold with installation support, class approvals, commissioning services, and a RINA-approved performance assessment tool, and can be acquired either via direct purchase or leasing. Free feasibility studies are offered to shipowners to assess wind potential, regulatory compliance gains, and ROI for specific vessel routes.

Product overview

GT Wings offers a focused portfolio anchored by the AirWing™ Jet Sail — the world's first commercially available wind propulsion system using patented AirFlow technology. The core AirWing™ product is available in specific configurations such as the AirWing™20 (20-metre unit). The company complements its hardware with a performance assessment tool developed with Blue Wasp Marine (Pelican Suite™) for early-stage evaluation of wind propulsion savings. All products are designed for commercial shipping decarbonization, supporting both retrofit and newbuild vessels with 5-30% fuel and emissions savings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AirWing: The world's first commercially available Jet Sail wind propulsion system designed to reduce fuel consumption and emissions in commercial shipping
• AirWing20
• AirFlow

Products and services

• AirWing™ Jet Sail Wind Propulsion System The world's first commercially available Jet Sail wind propulsion system for commercial shipping, using patented AirFlow™ technology. A compact, fully automated wind-assisted propulsion device delivering 5-30% fuel and CO2 savings, designed for both retrofit and newbuild applications across bulk carriers, tankers, container ships, and general cargo vessels.
• AirWing™20 A 20-metre Jet Sail unit specifically designed for commercial cargo vessels. Features compact forecastle deck installation and delivers up to 10-30% fuel reduction with minimal impact on cargo operations. First commercial order placed by Grieg Maritime Group for two AirWing20 units on Star Kirkenes.
• Performance Assessment Tool (Pelican Suite™) A holistic ship performance assessment tool developed with Blue Wasp Marine based on its proprietary Pelican Suite™ web-based platform. Provides route-based simulations to estimate potential fuel, emissions, and regulatory savings using a four-degrees-of-freedom (4DOF) modelling approach. Used to support feasibility studies and in-service performance evaluation for AirWing-equipped vessels.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5-30% fuel and CO₂ savings depending on vessel type, route, and weather conditions
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Feature6 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• RINAcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 May 2026Provided Approval in Principle for GT Wings' 4DOF performance assessment tool developed with Blue Wasp Marine, verifying modelling methodology aligns with MEPC circ.896 and ITTC Guidelines for Wind Powered Ships.
• Blue Wasp MarinestrategicTechnology or Integration · 1 May 2026Developed holistic ship performance assessment tool (Pelican Suite™) for GT Wings to provide reliable early-stage evaluation of fuel, emissions, and regulatory savings using physics-based 4DOF modelling.
• Zunsion TechnologycoreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2026Strategic manufacturing partnership MoU signed to establish industrial scale production of AirWing units in China (Nantong). Combines GT Wings' wind propulsion expertise with Zunsion's automation manufacturing capabilities. Target capacity of 250+ units annually.
• Grieg Maritime GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026Signed contract for 2 AirWing™20 Jet Sails on Star Kirkenes (first commercial order). Grieg Maritime Group also invested in GT Wings through Grieg Kapital. Option to expand to 3 additional K-class vessels.
• INTERCARGOstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026Joined as associate member to engage with global dry bulk community and support industry collaboration for sustainable shipping. INTERCARGO advocates for practical environmental compliance measures including wind-assisted propulsion.
• Lloyd's RegistercoreTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2026Verified GT Wings' performance assessment methodology for AirWing Jet Sail, confirming alignment with ISO 19030 and ITTC performance analysis practices. Critical for building industry confidence in wind propulsion technology.
• University of BathstrategicTechnology or Integration · 1 July 2025Research partner under CMDC6 funding for developing AI-driven self-learning control systems using reinforcement learning and integrating real-world polar data into weather routing tools.
• Carisbrooke ShippingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2025Key project partner for first AirWing installation on MV Vectis Progress at MMS Shipyard, Hull. Leading commercial shipping company committed to decarbonisation. Vessel has been operating on Atlantic routes with up to 10% fuel savings.
• A2O ManufacturingcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 August 2024Selected as composites manufacturer for AirWing technology in collaboration with KS Composites. A2OM brings expertise in advanced manufacturing and structural monitoring across aerospace, maritime, and automotive sectors.
• KS CompositescoreTechnology or Integration · 1 August 2024Selected as composites manufacturing partner for AirWing technology. Leading global force in composite and GRP design, engineering, development and manufacturing. First AirWing installation used KS Composites advanced materials.
• FranmanstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 June 2024Exclusive Greek agents for GT Wings, hosted company at Posidonia 2024 and facilitate relationships with Greek shipowners for wind propulsion adoption.
• MAGNA MARE Consulting & TradingstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 June 2024Exclusive South Korean agents for GT Wings. Hosted company at Kormarine 2025 and facilitated agreement with Korean shipyards including Daehan Shipbuilding for crude oil tanker AIP.
• PEI TECH LLCminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 December 2022Partnership with US-based biofuels and bunkering sales company to bring AirWing technology to the market in North America.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Norsepower: Finnish company pioneering Flettner rotor sails for commercial shipping. Directly comparable to GT Wings as a wind-assisted propulsion provider targeting the same bulk carrier, tanker, and general cargo segments with a different (rotor vs. jet sail) technology approach.
• BAR Technologies: UK-based developer of WindWings, a rigid wing-sail wind-assisted propulsion system. Competes head-to-head with GT Wings for retrofit and newbuild contracts on commercial vessels, with multiple installations in operation on Cargill-chartered ships.
• Anemoi Marine Technologies: UK-based provider of rotor sail wind-assisted propulsion systems for commercial shipping. Targets the same customer base and regulatory drivers as GT Wings, with a portfolio of installed units on bulk carriers and tankers.
• Econowind: Dutch company offering ventfoil-based wind-assisted propulsion units for commercial vessels. Directly comparable to GT Wings as a competitor in the WAPS market, with installations on short-sea and general cargo ships across Europe.
• bound4blue: Spanish company producing suction sail wind-assisted propulsion systems for commercial shipping. Competes with GT Wings in the same retrofit and newbuild wind-assist category, with multiple installations on bulk carriers and tankers.
• Michelin WISAMO: Michelin's inflatable, retractable wing-sail project for commercial shipping. Competes with GT Wings in the wind-assisted propulsion space, with pilot installations on cargo vessels and a focus on ease of installation.

Broad incumbents

• Wärtsilä: Finnish global leader in marine engines and propulsion systems, with a broad portfolio including decarbonization solutions and exhaust treatment. Serves the same commercial shipowner customer base as GT Wings but as a full-line incumbent rather than a wind-propulsion specialist.
• Kongsberg Maritime: Norwegian provider of integrated maritime technology including propulsion, automation, and decarbonization solutions. Comparable to GT Wings as a supplier of marine technology to commercial shipowners, but operating across much broader categories.
• ABB Marine & Ports: Global supplier of propulsion, automation, and electrification solutions for the marine industry. Comparable to GT Wings as a marine technology provider addressing shipowner decarbonization, but as a broad incumbent rather than a wind-assist pure play.

Emerging players

• Becker Marine Systems: German marine technology company best known for rudder systems and the COBRA lightweight battery hybrid, with growing activity in wind-assisted and energy-efficient ship solutions. Partially comparable to GT Wings in the marine decarbonization space, with established shipyard relationships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors10 records

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M&A

Investments

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