Manta Marine Technologies to Deliver Foreship's Air Lubrication System

Manta Marine Technologies and Foreship by RINA have signed an agreement to enhance the provision of air lubrication technology to the maritime sector.

2 Sept 2026, 12:00 UTC2 min readLinkedIn X Email

A ship with an air lubrication system reducing friction — Manta Marine Technologies will now be responsible for delivering the Manta Air Lubrication system. — AI-generated illustration — Cargo Bridge Shipping

Manta Marine Technologies (MMT) and Foreship by RINA have entered into a framework agreement, according to Hellenic Shipping News. This agreement aims to bolster the delivery of air lubrication technology within the maritime industry.

Under the terms of this new agreement, MMT will take on complete responsibility for the Manta Air Lubrication system. This system is based on Foreship's established air lubrication system design.

Hellenic Shipping News reported that Manta Air Lubrication is a proven solution for improving energy efficiency. The technology is designed to be installed on vessels to reduce fuel consumption.

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This report is an original editorial summary based on material published by Hellenic Shipping News.

Manta Marine Technologies to provide end-to-end delivery of Foreship’s proven air lubrication technology — Hellenic Shipping News, 2 Sept 2026, 10:00 UTC
Editorial version published: 2 Sept 2026, 12:00 UTC
Image: AI-generated illustrative image — AI-generated illustration — Cargo Bridge Shipping

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