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Independent Testing Challenges Perceptions Around Solar Durability at Sea

Solar technology as long been regarded by some in the maritime industry as too fragile to withstand the demanding conditions at sea. Pioneering clean energy company MarineSolar Energy Solutions™ has challenged that perception through independent testing designed to assess the durability and resilience of its NanoDeck™ solar tiles. Tests carried out by the UK’s National Physical Laboratory (NPL) have demonstrated that the company’s walkable solar tiles can withstand loads exceeding one ton, providing compelling evidence that solar technology can meet the practical demands of commercial shipping. The tests, conducted as MarineSolar prepares for its first NanoDeck™ installation later this year, assessed the structural performance of the tiles under both static and dynamic loading conditions.

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