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Cybersecurity – 1.5 trillion reasons to take it seriously
Mark Milford, Vice President for Cyber Security at Wärtsilä, asseses the cyber security environment and highlights the biggest risks to our digital infrastructure.
- People, 7 July 2020
Successful tests pave the way for ammonia as a future marine fuel
Wärtsilä's recent experiments with the fuel, which releases no CO2 when it burns, show its potential for maritime applications.
- Innovation, 2 July 2020
Egypt’s energy ambitions
To meet its soaring demand for energy, Egypt is turning to renewable sources. Its targets, if accomplished, will see it become a pioneer in the African energy landscape. But are the plans realistic?
- Energy, 1 July 2020
Powering the future by building on today’s solutions
In the energy sector, performance and profitability can be affected significantly by how power plants are operated and maintained.
- Energy, 30 June 2020
Sector coupling key to the future of Germany’s clean energy transformation
Germany has been a strong advocate for the transition to renewable energy, particularly in the electricity sector, but for progress to continue, new strategies have to be incorporated.
- Energy, 25 June 2020
Meeting emissions targets of the future with technology available today
Wärtsilä’s Johnny Kackur, general manager, merchant and gas carrier segment sales, says new fuels are key to reducing shipping emissions and meeting IMO 2030 and 2050 targets. Find out why in the latest of our In Conversation series.
- People, 24 June 2020
How green energy can drive post-Covid-19 growth
Trends in the energy market in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic are indicating that running almost fully on renewables is indeed possible. What opportunities does this new reality present for green growth once the pandemic subsides?
- Energy, 23 June 2020
Southeast Asia looks to accelerate its deployment of renewables
By installing hybrid power plants now, Southeast Asian countries will leapfrog over traditional inflexible thermal baseload technologies in favour of going directly to renewables.
- Energy, 17 June 2020
Algeria to harness massive renewable potential to diversify energy sector
Algeria is heavily reliant on its oil and gas reserves, but Africa’s largest country is now looking to embrace its unique renewable potential to diversify its energy mix.
- Energy, 16 June 2020
Making ship systems smarter with simulation
As researchers deepen their understanding of autonomous and remote vessel operations, a new breed of smart ship systems combining simulation capability and artificial intelligence is emerging.
- Innovation, 11 June 2020
Australia’s renewable capacity set to grow with smart energy management and storage solutions
The need for smart, effective energy management systems has never been greater as the world seeks to maximise the use of renewable energy sources. Wärtsilä has developed specific features of its GEMS energy management system for Australia, a country with high potential for growth in renewables.
- Energy, 10 June 2020
Optimising power plant operations through remote support
With more people than ever working remotely, options for troubleshooting from a distance have become a critical part of service offerings.
- Innovation, 9 June 2020
Even when working remotely, success is all about teamwork
Collaborating in virtual teams, often across large distances, has become the new normal in today’s global marketplace, but it doesn’t have to be lonely or isolating. With the right attitude and tools, linking up in cyberspace can create a feeling of community and nurture true friendships.
- People, 4 June 2020
Revolutionary e-shuttle tanker boasts improved efficiency and lower costs
Promising 47% lower emissions and fuel costs of just under half of its diesel equivalent, the world’s first dual-fuel e-shuttle tanker aims to deliver environmental and economic benefits.
- Innovation, 3 June 2020
Biomethane is more than just hot air
Could methane provide the catalyst for a 100% renewable energy future? Biomethane is the new kid on the renewable energy block, but it is ready to come of age and offers real solutions to our future fuel needs.
- Innovation, 2 June 2020
Container shipping sails into a future driven by technology
Have you ever wondered how a new pair of sneakers or imported bottle of wine arrived at your doorstep from across the world? Those items – and millions of other goods – were likely transported via ship, inside a cargo container, at some point on their journey. But will that always be the case?
- Environment, 28 May 2020
As Europe aims for carbon neutrality, wind power has an important role to play
The European Commission has set a goal for Europe to become the world’s first carbon-neutral continent by 2050, and wind energy has an important role to play in this transformation.
- Energy, 26 May 2020
In Conversation with Wärtsilä’s Emil Katajainen
System to improve marine traffic arrives just-in-time. Emil Katajainen, Business Development Manager at Wärtsilä, says there are solid economic and environmental reasons for changing the way berths are allocated at ports.
- People, 21 May 2020
Dynamic duo make the case for circular energy solutions
The Finnish husband-and-wife team behind Q Power argue that large-scale, feasible solutions for clean energy are available – and putting them into practice is a matter of urgency.
- People, 20 May 2020
Vietnam Rising
Vietnam has accelerated to become one of the fastest growing economies in the world. But a shortage of power threatens to slow down its remarkable journey. How can the country have enough energy to continue fuelling its growth? Find out.
- Energy, 19 May 2020
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