Currently limited to container ships, the technology is predicted to become more popular due to greater international emphasis on environmentalism.

This issue is often exemplified by the blocky and un-aerodynamic shapes of a vessel’s superstructure and by any containers carried on the deck.

Line's containership Mol Marvel in 2015, and within 2 years, the company reported that the device reduced her carbon dioxide emissions by 2%.

Ocean Network Express, a joint venture by OSK Line and several other companies, operate ONE Trust and ONE Tradition, both of which have been fitted with a bow windshield.

With more stringent limits on carbon emissions set by the International Maritime Organization, the technology is predicted to become more common as companies risk ships being banned from international trade if their vessel exceed carbon emission limits.