Wärtsilä is a world leader in the development and research of sustainable fuels. With Wärtsilä Fuel Laboratory’s equipment and experts located in the Sustainable Technology Hub in Vaasa, we pioneer the adoption of sustainable fuels.
At our Fuel Laboratory, we conduct advanced fuel research and analysis as well as assess engine compatibility with new fuels to ensure our engines are fuel flexible. Already today, Wärtsilä engines can run with biofuels, methanol, and hydrogen blends.
We use novel technologies and in-depth chemical knowledge to innovate new processes and future fuels that help tackle climate change. We collaborate closely together with our different experts in our Sustainable Technology Hub and together we decide on the best tailor-made choices for any situation or need.
But we are not only innovating new fuels in-house. We also support our customers and partners in the development of sustainable fuels. We analyse our customer´s fuel samples and advise them of the suitability of the fuel for specific installations. This involves making a fuel specification on how the fuel works, what criteria the fuel needs to meet in the future and what parameters of importance the fuel requires in the fuel system.
Today, we have customers operating their ships on methanol also due to the expertise in our Fuel Laboratory. And this is only the beginning. When moving towards a more complex fuel future, we will continue to be a reliable partner in researching and developing the fuels of tomorrow.