Mr Llewellyn also questions the theory that building-society conversions will herald a wave of takeovers, leading to efficiency gains as overcapacity is cut.
According to Mitsubishi the ADM vessels will also feature a high-efficiency hull and a newly designed bow shape that will reduce wave-making resistances.
With sizable gains to be had for both consumers and businesses, we could be embarking on a sixth wave of innovation, fueled by smarter connected products and machines working to reduce waste, create new efficiency and power entirely new business models.