Marine electric solutions

Discover articles, case studies, papers, and webinars on marine electric solutions and electric shipping. Electric shipping and hybrid ships are important solutions now that the marine industry has entered a new era – the age of decarbonisation and strict regulation.

Articles

Container ships lie at the quay in the port
25 Apr 2024 · Article
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Ship to shore power: 5 exciting reasons why it’s time to invest
A shore power connection will save fuel and cut your vessel emissions – here are...
Aasfoss © Aasen Shipping
12 Mar 2024 · Article
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Hybrid ships: a surprising reason they are such an excellent idea
Hybrid ships can save you money in three key ways – but there’s also one...
Wrapped up presents
19 Dec 2023 · Article
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7 insightful tips: This year’s best pieces of content for maritime professionals
7 essential maritime insights from 2023 in one place – from...
aerial view from ship
24 Aug 2023 · Article
7 min read
Seven fascinating hybrid ship trends that everyone needs to know about
The next decade is promising some exciting developments for hybrid vessels....
container ship
20 Jul 2023 · Article
3 min read
4 top tips to help you decarbonise your merchant fleet fast
If you own or operate merchant vessels like bulkers, tankers or container ships, how can...
Wärtsilä service staff
6 Jun 2023 · Article
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Five reasons why I love our research and development department
Research and development, why do I love you? Wärtsilä’s Juha Kytölä, Chief...
15 Dec 2022 · Article
6 min read
Smart decarbonisation: Top 8 ways that ferry operators can do it profitably
From flexible engines and electrification to hybridisation and future...
18 Oct 2022 · Article
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Decarbonisation drives innovation in short sea shipping
Can flexible hybridised solutions provide a clear pathway to zero emissions?
15 Aug 2022 · Article
4 min read
Introducing the MS Medstraum – the world's first zero-emission fast ferry
As part of the EU-funded TrAM project, Wärtsilä and partners have...

White papers

50 great ways for the marine industry to reduce GHG emissions – Wärtsilä eBook
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eBook: 50 great ways the maritime industry could reduce its greenhouse gas emissions
Your go-to guide when looking for inspiration on how to cut the...
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White paper: Our journey to date - decarbonising shipping
Big steps in decarbonising shipping being taken by many. Wärtsilä as a leading partner is...
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White paper: Offshore Service Vessels - Optimising efficiency and performance
By combining the advantages offered by Wärtsilä’s single-source...
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White paper: Increase TCE rates and reduce OPEX
Owners and managers in the merchant fleet are under increasing pressure to maximise lifetime value...
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White paper: Wärtsilä HY TUG propulsion system
With regulatory compliance becoming more and more of a global issue, Wärtsilä is launching new...
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White paper: A clean environment - Towards zero-emission shipping
Environmental protection is a key driver in the maritime industry today, both in...

Webinars

Container ships at sea
5 Oct 2023 · Webinar
Real-world solutions for the Greek and Cypriot merchant fleet
This webinar will focus on real-world concepts that can help, from future fuels,...
11 Oct 2022 · Webinar
How to improve your CII rating with energy saving technologies
This webinar reveals how energy saving technologies can improve CII rating for...
Soluciones híbridas / Sistema de baterías "Wärtsilä HY"
21 Oct 2021 · Webinar
Soluciones híbridas / Sistema de baterías 'Wärtsilä HY'
Las soluciones híbridas juegan un papel muy importante en la electrificación y en dirección...
Marine Vessel Electrification webinar
17 Jun 2021 · Webinar
Marine Vessel Electrification - Charging Towards Decarbonisation
Electrical solutions and their role on vessels has been understood and part of...
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10 Feb 2021 · Webinar
Low Loss Electrical Concept - Redundancy, Efficiency and Cost Savings
Wärtsilä patented Low Loss Electrical Concept supports your environmental...
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30 Apr 2020 · Webinar
Say ‘HY’ to the future: THE hybrid (r)evolution webinar (Asia time zone)
Hybrid technology is now being applied in all industries. But what about...
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12 May 2020 · Webinar
Say ‘HY’ to the future: THE hybrid (r)evolution webinar (America time zone)
Hybrid technology is now being applied in all industries. But what about...
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5 May 2020 · Webinar
Say ‘HY’ to the future: THE hybrid (r)evolution webinar (Europe time zone)
Hybrid technology is now being applied in all industries. But what about...
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18 Nov 2020 · Webinar
Hybrid Solutions for marine applications - Optimise your operational performance

Case studies

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Finnlines' two RoPax vessels
Why was an integrated hybrid solution for two new RoPax vessels the perfect choice to support Finnlines’ long-term...
Hybrid solution for Aasen Shipping's modern bulk carrier
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Aasen Shipping
Hybrid solution delivers big fuel savings, reliability and outstanding performance for Aasen Shipping's modern self-discharging bulk...
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Brittany Ferries
With an 11.5 MWh energy storage system, Brittany Ferries’ two new RoPax vessels are record breakers. What rewards will they reap...
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Misje Vita
Hybrid solution including engine, batteries, propeller and energy management system delivers big fuel savings for Misje Rederi's newbuild...
Carnival Regal Princess and optimal decarbonisation path
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Carnival Regal Princess
A digital model of the Regal Princess cruise ship has given Carnival data and insights that will help it decarbonise both...
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Harvey Gulf International Marine
Wärtsilä HY hybrid upgrade has helped make Harvey Gulf International Marine’s operations significantly more fuel...
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Maersk Minder
Wärtsilä HY hybrid upgrade cuts fuel consumption and carbon emissions onboard the Maersk Minder anchor handling tug supply vessel.
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Rawabi goes hybrid
A hybrid retrofit with engines and batteries cut emissions and operating costs and optimised engine operation for the Rawabi 324...
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Aurora Botnia - Fuel optimization
Hybrid propulsion and flexible dual-fuel technology are just two of the ways ferry operator Wasaline is improving...