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190th anniversary article library

To celebrate our 190th anniversary we invite you to get inspired by our people and technology stories, and to feel connected to our history of pioneers and groundbreaking innovations. Explore the stories below that showcase the unique journeys of our Wärtsilians and the innovative technologies they have developed.

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People stories

Juho Raukola
12 Nov 2024 · Article
2 min read
Additive manufacturing brings new levels of flexibility and innovation
One well-executed experiment outweighs a thousand opinions
Mikael Sjöberg
4 Nov 2024 · Article
3 min read
Meet Mikael Sjöberg: The Swedish workshop engineer fuelled by dedication, energy, and motivation
Nearly 50 years ago, a young Mikael embarked on a...
Kumakura-san
21 Oct 2024 · Article
3 min read
The journey of Yushi Kumakura: A career sparked by technology
Pushing the boundaries of innovation in Japan
Jonna Suomela
14 Oct 2024 · Article
2 min read
Wärtsilä's Sustainable Technology Hub: An ecosystem of co-creation
To shape the decarbonisation of the marine and energy industries, Wärtsilä has...
Jesus Puelles
30 Sep 2024 · Article
3 min read
Lifelong learning and constantly developing new skills – meet Jesús Puelles
Continuously learning helps you successfully manage the future of work....
Tinus van Vugt
23 Sep 2024 · Article
2 min read
Wärtsilä Land and Sea Academy: Where theory meets practice
Competence and knowledge drive successful business operations
Darius Trušauskas
23 Jul 2024 · Article
5 min read
Darius Trušauskas: A career of learning and collaboration at Wärtsilä BLRT
Two decades of engineering excellence
Inari Räikkönen
3 Jul 2024 · Article
2 min read
Inari Räikkönen, executive assistant for five CEOs
Always prepared for the unexpected
Ilkka Kallinen
10 Jun 2024 · Article
2 min read
Ilkka Kallinen's 46-year legacy: From the docks to behind the wheel
A transformation from a dockyard to a technology company
29 May 2024 · Article
3 min read
Andreij Selänniemi: dedicated to Wärtsilä Energy Services' Lifecycle Solutions
A passion for culture and technology
Monique
8 May 2024 · Article
3 min read
Monique’s global journey: from embracing the company spirit to inspiring success
It all started with a sailing regatta
Historical image of Iris Ladd
5 Feb 2024 · Article
3 min read
Iris Ladd: from electrician to SAP pioneer
Learn how passion and determination shaped her success at Wärtsilä

Technology stories

6 Nov 2024 · Article
3 min read
The engine behind efficient logistics: Wärtsilä's Central Distribution Centre
Discover how automation and innovation drive 24/7 spare parts...
STH
4 Sep 2024 · Article
4 min read
Technical training collaboration: A triple win for everyone
Wärtsilä’s collaboration with Wasaline transforms technical hands-on training into a...
Wärtsilä 25 - Preview
6 May 2024 · Article
2 min read
Get to know the Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia
The world’s first 4-stroke ammonia solution for marine offers a significant advantage for sustainable shipping...
Wasa Express thumbnail
13 Mar 2024 · Article
2 min read
Wasa Express: Connecting regions for a decade
Setting sail from old horizons to new together with Wasaline
Wärtsilä employee handing chemicals related to CCS
5 Feb 2024 · Article
3 min read
CO2 capture on ships to have a major impact well ahead of 2030
Learn how Wärtsilä is tackling CO2 with exhaust gas abatement technology