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Propulsion solutions and marine gears for highest efficiency

With increasing demands on owners and operators to improve efficiency while also decarbonising, the maritime industry is facing multiple challenges. However, there is also opportunity. While the development of alternative fuels is a critical element in the decarbonisation journey, the opportunity to increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption is also a proven part of this equation. ​ Wärtsilä Propulsion solutions and services are built on unique experience, technical and engineering expertise all focused on delivering the highest efficiency, safety and manoeuvrability to enable the future of vessel propulsion.

Cutting edge propulsion and energy saving technologies

Watch the video to learn how our customers can benefit from Wärtsilä's global propulsion expertise that comes together at the state of the art factory in Wuxi

Our solutions 

  • Wärtsilä OPTI-DP™ Engagement Tool

    Optimise the specification and configuration of vessel propulsion

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References

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    The world’s largest retractable thrusters

    Performance of the propulsion solutions supplied by the technology group Wärtsilä exceeded the design specification and contributed to the success of the sea trials for the world’s largest semi-submersible crane vessel (SSCV).

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  • MV Arvika
    MV Arvika

    In the highly competitive shipping industry, every drop of fuel matters. Thanks to the good economic benefits stated by Wärtsilä and a favourable price, the owners of the 190-metre-long and 32-metre-wide vessel decided to install the Wärtsilä EnergoProFin.

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  • Fast Jef
    Fast Jef

    Wärtsilä’s EnergoProFin has been installed on the fixed pitch propeller of the coaster vessel Fast Jef and reduced the fuel consumption by up to two percent

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    Pac Alkaid

    Rising fuel prices in recent years have made propulsion efficiency even more important than before. Paccship (UK) Ltd. is a company that is continuously looking for better ways to reduce fuel costs. When they recently installed the Wärtsilä EnergoProFin propeller cap on one of their cargo vessels, they were immediately able to reduce their fuel consumption.

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  • RRS Discovery
    RRS Discovery

    The Royal Research Ship Discovery is designed to support the multidisciplinary research required for the 21st century. The ship is the fourth vessel to bear the name and continues the tradition of oceanographic research at sea.

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  • Nor Valiant
    Nor Valiant

    Delivered in 2008, the 78m ROV / Subsea Vessel Nor Valiant is a highly specialized vessel designed by Wärtsilä Ship Design for a wide range of subsea support work.

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  • Normand Installer
    Normand Installer

    Delivered in 2006, the Offshore Construction Vessel Normand Installer by Wärtsilä Ship Design is equipped with a complete Wärtsilä package.

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Articles

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...
10 NOV 2022 Article
4 min read

Unsure about CII compliance? Here’s how energy saving technologies can help

45% of merchant vessels will need an upgrade to comply with CII. Find...
25 OCT 2022 Article
4 min read

Six things about computational fluid dynamics that might surprise you

Discover how computational fluid dynamics helps design ever more efficient...

Recent webinars

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...
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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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