Kite Dynamics Insights 2025
Development progress, commercialization strategies, and reliable facts from high-altitude wind technology
On November 25, 2025, we held our year-end event, "Kite Dynamics Insights 2025." At the Schnaithmann Maschinenbau GmbH forum in Remshalden near Stuttgart, we welcomed around 80 guests on site—including investors, suppliers, potential customers, and long-standing supporters—as well as 15 participants from around the world who joined online.
Together, we provided a comprehensive overview of the status of our new developments in high-altitude wind technology, our market strategy, and the role of hydrogen and wind in a future climate-neutral energy system.
Technology Deep Dive: From Development to Practical Application
The focus was on the P1 kite propulsion system in real-world use. Among other things, the following were presented:
- Test flights with the 60 m² kite
- Advances in autopilot development
- Results from the "Proof on Sea" handling test
In addition, we presented an overview of the P2 system, including a live demo. The subsequent technical discussions revealed considerable interest in system architecture, scalability, and the next development steps.
High winds as a systemic supplement
High-altitude winds are more constant and stronger than winds near the ground. This has clear advantages:
- Flexible and mobile power generation units
- High scalability without massive foundations or towers
- Suitability for base load and storage-capable energy production in combination with power-to-X applications
With its Kite Charge product, Kite Dynamics is expanding the spectrum of renewable energy generation beyond traditional wind power locations.
Hydrogen: Realistic prospects instead of announcements
A key item on the agenda was the keynote speech "Hydrogen ramp-up – opportunity or real-life satire?" by Silke Frank, President of the German Hydrogen Association (DWV).
The discussion clearly showed that ramping up the hydrogen economy is challenging, but technically and economically feasible—provided that renewable energy sources are available in a reliable and scalable manner.
Maritime shipping under pressure to decarbonize
Commercial shipping is undergoing structural change:
- Heavy fuel oil is losing acceptance worldwide
- Regulatory pressure increases
- Demand for climate-neutral logistics is growing
Discussed solutions include alternative fuels (LNG, methanol, synthetic fuels), CO₂ accounting models, and wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS).
Kite Drive: Scalable kite propulsion for shipping
With Kite Drive, Kite Dynamics is pursuing an approach that has not been available on the market until now: a scalable ship propulsion system that uses kites as its primary wind propulsion system.
Market data:
- Around 170,000 commercial ships worldwide
- Potential of over 6,000 ships for kite-based WAPS retrofitting
Advantages over other wind assist drives:
- High tensile forces
- Excellent scalability
- Favorable ratio of material use to energy gain
This opens up significant, growing market potential.
Thanks & Acknowledgements
The success of "Kite Dynamics Insights 2025" is based on the close cooperation of many participants. We would like to thank all partners, investors, customers, suppliers, and supporters for their interest and constructive exchange.
Special thanks to:
- Schnaithmann Mechanical Engineering GmbH
- CargoKite
- Hydrogen Moves, Inc.
- Schebesta Concept and Design LLC
- janine kyofsky photography
- Catering Martin Brunner – Zwiebel Restaurant
Last but not least, we would like to thank our entire team at Kite Dynamics.
Classification & Outlook
Stefanie Thoms from Airborne Wind Europe conveyed a positive signal from industry and politics: high-altitude wind technology is increasingly gaining regulatory attention—an important factor for further commercialization.
The response to "Kite Dynamics Insights 2025" confirms our course: high-altitude wind technology is a relevant addition to existing renewable systems.
The continuation of this format is already in preparation for 2026.
