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Investing in the future
The journey towards a 100% renewable energy future is gaining momentum. It is time to swing into action and leverage the tailwind.
- People, 15 November 2018
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- Innovation, 15 November 2018
Edge computing: Taking IoT beyond the cloud
Until recently, technical limitations stifled the power of IoT to transform areas like marine technology, energy, and oil and gas exploration. Here's how a new approach, edge computing, is changing the game.
- Innovation, 14 November 2018
Barcolana 50: A race to remember
The Barcolana regatta is one of the world’s biggest sailing events, attracting a cult following around the world. Relive the exhilaration of this prestigious race as you read about its origins and also its mass appeal.
- People, 13 November 2018
The Wärtsilä HY TUG system: Electric hybrid designs to save costs and reduce emissions
Wärtsilä is currently launching new hybrid propulsion systems for tugs to help customers meet new environmental regulations. To understand which hybrid concept is likely to bring the most fuel savings and emissions reductions, Wärtsilä tested nine different configurations. Read on to see what the tests involved and which concept was a clear winner.
- In Detail, 13 November 2018
One-stop shop for engine and turbocharger maintenance
When it comes to service and maintenance needs for engines and turbochargers, the buck stops at Wärtsilä. As the only authorised service provider for KBB, ABB, and Napier, Wärtsilä is setting new benchmarks.
- Innovation, 8 November 2018
3D metal printing wizardry in Finland
Linking with local manufacturing, Wärtsilä wants to launch a world-class 3D printing Research Centre in Vaasa. First order of business: creating a strong ecosystem which combines industry excellence with academic muscle.
- Innovation, 7 November 2018
An ocean giant turns green
What happens when you retrofit an energy storage solution to a large offshore supply vessel? Harald Torbjørn Klepsvik, the owner of North Sea Shipping (NSS), is best positioned to answer that question since NSS is already reaping its benefits. Here’s what we found out when we met him at Wärtsilä’s Future Innovation Day at Stord, Norway.
- Innovation, 6 November 2018
HIFK star Niklas Nordgren scores with a smile
At the age of 18, HIFK right wing Niklas Nordgren is a national hero in Finland and a likely future superstar of the NHL. He always wears a huge smile on his face. How does he keep up his good mood and high spirits even at times when the game isn’t all groovy? Twentyfour7. decided to ask the man himself.
- People, 1 November 2018
Hedging expertise brings bang for the buck
Working in and between various currencies poses unpredictable risks to global businesses. Wärtsilä has proven to be award-winning in preparing for them; now, we hear what Wärtsilä’s Group Treasury Dealer Paul Malmström has to say about sustainable foreign exchange practices.
- People, 1 November 2018
Taking a digital leap
You can see people using it almost everywhere – from the coffee room, to the bus, and even between meetings. No, it isn’t Pokémon Go. It is the new WeLeap app which was launched earlier this summer that has Wärtsilians all abuzz while learning new things every day.
- Innovation, 31 October 2018
Building sustainable bitcoin mining networks
Bitcoin mining is now using more electricity than 159 individual countries, more than Ireland or Nigeria, according to UK based energy website, Power Compare. That’s a huge quantum of energy that has made the network have a massive carbon footprint. Is renewable energy the solution? Find out.
- Environment, 30 October 2018
Power-to-X: A potential sparker in the energy transition
Renewables produce energy, but not necessarily only when it is needed. Wärtsilä is dedicating SparkUp Challenge 2018 to Power-to-X, a process to convert excess energy into something which can be used later.
- Innovation, 29 October 2018
Sparking the perfect match
In February 2018, PortCall.com and KNL Networks were announced the winners of Wärtsilä’s SparkUp Challenge. Their innovative business models in the arena of smart marine systems helped them seal the deal. We find out how this collaboration is faring.
- Innovation, 25 October 2018
Global Mercy ships hope and health to people in poverty
Global Mercy, the world’s first purpose-built hospital ship, currently under construction, grants the poorest of the poor access to high-quality health care. Wärtsilä’s engines help the ship run smoothly and quietly for both volunteers living on board and patients receiving life-changing care.
- People, 24 October 2018
Next big thing in shipping: Passenger transportation
The maritime transport industry is gearing up to keep pace with the changing needs of a growing world population. Wärtsilä’s Vesa Marttinen explains what is in store for the industry and why passenger transportation will be the name of the game.
- Innovation, 22 October 2018
Graciosa on the path to 100% renewable energy
While the rest of the world is figuring out how to transition to renewable energy, a tiny island with a population of less than 5,000 is leading the way with its new hybrid power plant. Read about how they are weaning themselves off their dependence on fossil fuels.
- Energy, 19 October 2018
Water matters: Keep clean to keep customers
New legislation and customer awareness are driving change in how cruise ships treat and discharge wastewater. But is it enough?
- Environment, 18 October 2018
LPG – Taking fuel flexibility to the next level
While the first Wärtsilä LPG power plant has been in operation for some time now, a solution offering liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) with diesel as a backup fuel is the latest development in Wärtsilä’s fuel flexibility offering.
- In Detail, 17 October 2018
Getting ready to fight the invisible cyber intruder
Is cyber security in your company up to standard and safe from hackers and malware? If your answer is no or don’t know, then it is time to start taking the cyber threat seriously. Wärtsilä’s Cyber Security as a Service (CaaS) aims to help customers in the marine and energy industries cope with the challenge.
- Innovation, 16 October 2018
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