Technology group Wärtsilä and international consulting and engineering company Elomatic have signed a licensing and cooperation agreement covering the intellectual property rights, technology, and use of trademark of Elomatic’s unique Elogrid solution. Elogrid is a transverse thruster grid technology, which is designed to reduce vessels’ fuel consumption while also enhancing thrusters’ performance. This technology improves both the water flow along the hull lines once a vessel is sailing as well as the water flow into the tunnel when the thrusters are in use. This unleashes full thruster capacity more efficiently, with minimised noise and vibration. The signing took place in December 2024.
“Wärtsilä and Elomatic have a long cooperation history around various technologies, and we are delighted to continue this partnership. Wärtsilä is a respected global player in the marine industry and will help expand market reach for Elogrid. Together, our companies can more effectively bring this innovative solution to the market and support decarbonisation efforts of the global vessel fleet,” says Rami Hirsimäki, Senior Vice President Marine, Elomatic.
Under the terms of this agreement Wärtsilä will have the rights to sell, manufacture, install, and maintain the licensed technology within the sales areas agreed in the agreement. The licensing and cooperation agreement will be in effect for 12 years with intermediate check points. During this time, the solution will be offered to Wärtsilä’s customers as ‘ELOGRID™ by Wärtsilä’. When combining Elomatic’s Elogrid with Wärtsilä’s thrusters, the hydrodynamic competencies of both companies are brought together into a single offering. All Elogrids by Wärtsilä are patented and designed by Elomatic to deliver optimal vessel performance for operators.
“Together with Wärtsilä’s expertise in transverse thruster technology, we hope this collaboration will open market opportunities for Elogrid,” comments Lauri Tiainen, Director Thruster and Propulsion Control Systems, Wärtsilä Marine. “Owners and operators are having to face increasing operational costs and, at the same time, comply with ever more stringent environmental regulations. By saving fuel and increasing efficiency, both of which reduce emissions, Elogrid solution can support Wärtsilä’s customers with addressing these challenges.”
The Elogrid technology is suitable for most vessel types fitted with transverse thrusters. However, most benefits are gained by vessels with relatively large thrusters, and which sail at moderate or higher speeds. In addition to enhanced thruster performance, some vessels, such as cruise ships and ferries, benefit from increased passenger and crew comfort thanks to the reduced noise and vibration levels made possible by Elogrid.
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Image caption: Wärtsilä and Elomatic have signed a licensing and cooperation agreement covering the intellectual property rights, technology, and use of trademark of Elomatic’s unique Elogrid solution © Elomatic
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Wärtsilä Marine in brief
Wärtsilä Marine is a global pioneer in power, propulsion and lifecycle solutions for the marine market. We develop industry-leading technologies, advancing maritime's transition to new fuels. We support building an end-to-end digital ecosystem where all vessels and ports are connected. Ultimately, Wärtsilä Marine is driving the shipping industry forward on its journey towards a decarbonised and sustainable future through our broad portfolio of engines, propulsion systems, hybrid technology, exhaust treatment, shaft line solutions and digital technologies, as well as integrated powertrain systems. Our offering, which is underpinned by our performance-based agreements, upgrades, lifecycle solutions, decarbonisation services, as well as an unrivalled global network of maritime expertise, delivers the efficiency, reliability, safety, and environmental performance needed to support a safe and sustainable future for our customers, our communities and our planet.
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Wärtsilä in brief
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 17,800 professionals in more than 280 locations in 79 countries is shaping the decarbonisation of our industries across the globe. In 2023, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 6.0 billion. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
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About Elomatic
Elomatic is an international consulting and engineering company that provides top-level expert services, products and turnkey solutions to marine, shipbuilding, machinery, energy, process and pharmaceutical industries. We are focused on continuous improvement and sustainable development, and we are committed to design solutions that increase the wellbeing of people and the environment. Established in 1970, Elomatic employs 1,300 professionals, and has customers in more than 80 countries across the globe.
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