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    Wärtsilä propulsion solutions include high performance and reliable propulsors, energy saving devices and gears for the marine industry.

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    Articles

    Heavy Lift Jack-Up Vessel
    30 Nov 2023 · Article
    6 min read
    Retractable thrusters: five features that matter when station keeping in offshore operations
    Station keeping is essential for offshore vessels –...
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    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion
    aerial view of a container ship
    10 Nov 2023 · Article
    5 min read
    Decarbonising container ships: win big instead of losing large with these five tips
    Follow these five top tips from a Wärtsilä expert to help make...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Engine systems Propulsion
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Engine systems Propulsion
    Container vessel
    26 Sep 2023 · Article
    5 min read
    Container ship engines running inefficiently at low load? Five options to think about
    Container ships built more than five years ago are now likely...
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    Propulsion Decarbonisation and future fuels Lifecycle services
    container ship
    20 Jul 2023 · Article
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    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...
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    Lifecycle services Decarbonisation and future fuels Engine systems
    Wärtsilä service staff
    6 Jun 2023 · Article
    3 min read
    Five reasons why I love our research and development department
    Research and development, why do I love you? Wärtsilä’s Juha Kytölä, Chief...
    Lifecycle services Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric
    Lifecycle services Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric
    The right bow thruster will minimise vessel resistance
    9 May 2023 · Article
    4 min read
    How the right bow thruster can increase efficiency and save you money
    Choosing the cheapest bow thruster may be a costly mistake. Learn the three...
    Propulsion Decarbonisation and future fuels
    Propulsion Decarbonisation and future fuels
    14 Apr 2023 · Article
    6 min read
    Optimising propulsion the smart way: 13 amazing pictures
    Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and Wärtsilä’s OPTI Design help optimise vessel...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion
    23 Feb 2023 · Article
    5 min read
    Short sea shipping and sustainability: 3 interesting considerations
    Could an aging fleet and tightening environmental regulations be an opportunity...
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    Engine systems Propulsion
    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...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric Engine systems
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric Engine systems
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    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,...
    Engine systems Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric
    Engine systems Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric
    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...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric Propulsion
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric Propulsion
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    19 May 2021 · Webinar
    Smart Propulsion Machinery for Bulkers & Tankers (MEA Session)
    Say hello to the new future future-fuel ready technology and design for bulkers &...
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    26 May 2021 · Webinar
    Smart Propulsion Machinery for Bulkers & Tankers (EUAF Session)
    Say hello to the new future future-fuel ready technology and design for bulkers &...
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    2 Jun 2021 · Webinar
    Smart Propulsion Machinery for Bulkers & Tankers (AMER Session)
    Say hello to the new future future-fuel ready technology and design for bulkers &...
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    19 May 2021 · Webinar
    Integrated drive train solutions for high speed craft
    19 May 2021 - EUAF session
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    6 Apr 2021 · Webinar
    Integrated drive train solutions for high speed craft
    06 April 2021 - MEA session
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    Offshore wind farm
    11 Mar 2021 · Webinar
    The winds of opportunity - Optimising propulsion for next generation windfarm vessels
    The growing demand from offshore operations, particularly wind...
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    20 May 2020 · Webinar
    Cruise vessel lay-up
    The scale of cruise vessel lay-ups is a new phenomenon for the industry, and owners face tough decisions as to what type of...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Lifecycle services
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Lifecycle services

    White papers

    50 great ways for the marine industry to reduce GHG emissions – Wärtsilä eBook
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    23 pages
    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...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Engine systems Fleet optimisation
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Engine systems Fleet optimisation
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    White paper: Ensure a good CII rating and stay competitive
    How to ensure a good CII rating while staying competitive? Energy-saving devices are a...
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    White paper: The route to profitable decarbonisation for the ferry industry
    Insights and practical guidance for the journey towards zero-carbon...
    Sustainability Engine systems Decarbonisation and future fuels
    Sustainability Engine systems Decarbonisation and future fuels
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    8 pages
    White paper: Steering into a new future
    Taking tugboats to the next level: Improving performance with Wärtsilä's propulsion solutions
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    White paper: Thruster requirements for wind farm vessels
    Offshore wind farms require efficient and reliable vessels to construct, maintain and...
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    Our Journey to Decarbonising Shipping to date banner
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    19 pages
    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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    Decarbonisation and future fuels Engine systems Lifecycle services
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    White paper: The virtual route to solve a real problem
    For the longest time, the marine industry has faced challenges with tests and simulations...
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    Technology Propulsion
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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...
    Technology Marine electric Propulsion
    Technology Marine electric Propulsion
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    White paper: Wärtsilä EnergoFlow - Robust and Reliable
    Wärtsilä’s energy efficiency solution, EnergoFlow is a path-breaking solution enabling the...
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    Case studies

    Vitol tanker Leopard Star
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    Vitol tankers
    Wärtsilä EnergoFlow and Wärtsilä EnergoProFin solutions save 2 Vitol tankers 6% on annual fuel consumption and provide 16 days of free...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Lifecycle services
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Lifecycle services
    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...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Marine electric
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Marine electric
    Case study
    Brittany Ferries
    With an 11.5 MWh energy storage system, Brittany Ferries’ two new RoPax vessels are record breakers. What rewards will they reap...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Marine electric
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Marine electric
    Case study
    Misje Vita
    Hybrid solution including engine, batteries, propeller and energy management system delivers big fuel savings for Misje Rederi's newbuild...
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Marine electric
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion Marine electric
    Carnival Regal Princess and optimal decarbonisation path
    Case study
    Carnival Regal Princess
    A digital model of the Regal Princess cruise ship has given Carnival data and insights that will help it decarbonise both...
    Propulsion Decarbonisation and future fuels Lifecycle services
    Propulsion Decarbonisation and future fuels Lifecycle services
    Case study
    Harvey Gulf International Marine
    Wärtsilä HY hybrid upgrade has helped make Harvey Gulf International Marine’s operations significantly more fuel...
    Propulsion Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric
    Propulsion Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric
    Case study
    Maersk Minder
    Wärtsilä HY hybrid upgrade cuts fuel consumption and carbon emissions onboard the Maersk Minder anchor handling tug supply vessel.
    Propulsion Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric
    Propulsion Decarbonisation and future fuels Marine electric
    Case study
    Splittnes
    A Wärtsilä Vasa 32 engine upgrade and Wärtsilä EnergoProFin help bulk carrier cut fuel use and emissions by 10% and meet IMO Tier II NOx...
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    Lifecycle services Engine systems Propulsion
    Case study
    Fure Viten
    With a range of integrated Wärtsilä solution onboard, Swedish tanker Fure Viten has already surpassed the IMO’s 2050 emissions targets.
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion
    Decarbonisation and future fuels Propulsion
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