About us

Delivering Economic Value while Elevating Environmental Responsibility

Richard Poe
Co-Founder / CEO

David Bell
Co-Founder / VP of Technology

OUR VALUE

Verifiable Designs… Verifiable Results

Airglide AI has developed revolutionary software technology that enhances our patented air layer drag reduction system for the shipping industry which reduces carbon and other air emissions and maximizes fuel efficiency, helping to meet EEXI and EEDI decarbonization standards.

Our Vision

AirGlide AI’s vision is to create a future where every ship, regardless of its size or type, operates with enhanced energy efficiency with a substantial reduction in fuel costs and emissions. Our goal is to increase the efficiency of ships. This allows ships the freedom to choose whether they want to maintain their current speed with a cheaper fuel bill, turn on hyper glide mode and increase their speed without any extra fuel costs, or have a mix of both extra savings and a speed increase. Our technology also allows for detailed tracking of all savings provided by the ALDR, leading to easier reporting for regulatory compliance.

Our Mission

At AirGlide AI, it is our mission to pioneer change in the maritime industry by offering a proven and fuel-agnostic air layer drag reduction system tailored to suit every kind of vessel. With our expert team leading the way, we deliver innovative solutions that enhance ships' energy efficiency and significantly reduce emissions. AirGlide AI's mission is to provide sustainable and cost-effective technologies to optimize vessel performance and drive environmental stewardship.

Our motto | Delivering Economic Value while Elevating Environmental Responsibility

Danilo Contreras
Lead Naval Engineer

Richard Pruitt
Business Development

Iyaan Barry
Technical Lead - Hydrodynamics and Controls

Alex Taber
Lead Naval Architect

  • Reduce fuel consumption

    Realize real-world, in-service, operational fuel savings

  • Reduce gas emissions

    Less fuel consumption means reduced greenhouse gas emissions

  • Improve fleet efficiency

    Comply with IMO EEDI with AirGlide AI ALDR technology

Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Through detailed CFD analysis, we optimize the ALDR system for each hull form, providing optimum fuel oil savings and greenhouse gas reductions.