About Us
Real innovators in the maritime industry.
Harnessing Free, Unlimited Wind Power to Revolutionise Sustainable Shipping
At GT Wings, we are redefining the future of the commercial shipping industry with our cutting-edge wind propulsion technology, AirWing™. Designed to drastically cut fuel consumption and emissions, AirWing™ can be retrofitted and installed on newbuild vessels, delivering maximum fuel savings with minimal operational impact.
Our Vision
We believe in a future where wind power plays a central role in shipping – a future where vessels harness the free, abundant, and zero-emission energy of the wind to operate more efficiently and reduce their environmental impact. Our vision is to make AirWing™ the go-to wind propulsion technology, helping the industry achieve net-zero emissions while ensuring economic benefits for shipowners.
Industry Recognition & Achievements
GT Wings is a recognised leader in maritime innovation. We are proud to have received:
- Maritime UK Awards – Startup of the Year 2023
- 3rd Place in the PIER71™ Smart Port Challenge 2024 Finals
- Winners of the PIER71™ Maritime Sustainability Award
These achievements reflect our commitment to pioneering clean shipping technologies and driving the industry toward a more sustainable future.
Meet the GT Wings Team
We’re a team of engineers, innovators, and maritime experts dedicated to making wind propulsion a mainstream solution for global shipping. With backgrounds in aerospace, mechanical engineering, and naval architecture, we work closely with shipowners to reduce their fleet’s fuel consumption and emissions.
From concept and design to installation and ongoing service, we’re driving the wind propulsion revolution to create a cleaner future for shipping.
George Thompson
CEO & Founder
Jonathan Burton
Chief Operations Officer
Martin Harrop
Product Director
Jimmy Lirvat
Head of Performance
Richard Burrows
Principle Naval Architect
Craig Bulmer
Chief Engineer – AirWing20
Jonny Gambell
Sales and Strategy Director
Join Us in Leading the Wind Propulsion Revolution
Wind is free, unlimited, and always available—and with AirWing™, we are unlocking its full potential to make shipping cleaner and more cost-efficient. Whether you’re a shipowner, investor, or industry stakeholder, we invite you to join us in reshaping the future of maritime transport.
Find out how our proven wind propulsion technology can help you reduce emissions and cost.