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Decoding small-scale LNG supply contracts
Pipeline natural gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) have been readily available in some geographical markets. Thanks to diversification, LNG now has the potential to become easily available, worldwide. Read on. - In Detail, 12 December 2017
Automating Operim
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions’ Operim has been monitoring its LNG cargo and reliquefaction plants on LNG carriers since 2011, but its new automated system is taking analysis to a new level of speed and accuracy. - Energy, 12 December 2017
Challenges and opportunities with energy’s future
We should not only focus on the quantity but the quality of energy, says Laura Cozzi from the International Energy Agency. - Innovation, 6 December 2017
Smart ports come of age
Maritime industry is having its ‘smart’ moment. Everything from ships to land logistics is being swept by the digital wave, with ports being the latest addition. Smart ports are now fast becoming a reality. Does this spell good news? Here’s our take. - Innovation, 5 December 2017
The new Shuttle Tanker
The new Shuttle Tanker concept developed by the world’s largest provider of shuttle tanker services, TEEKAY, in close cooperation with Wärtsilä, will offer a new level of ecological and economical solutions by using Wärtsilä’s high-quality equipment and systems in innovative ways. Find out how this has reshaped the business of the industry. - In Detail, 5 December 2017
Mexico’s energy market: Open for business
Mexico has transitioned its closed and state-run energy sector into a vibrant market that is fully open to competition. Private investments are pouring in and the future looks bright. How did this happen and what does this mean for the Mexican economy? Let’s find out. - Energy, 29 November 2017
The future of energy debated at the Nordic Energy Forum
Experts from around the world gathered in Helsinki to discuss the global energy situation and what can be done about our shared challenges. - Energy, 28 November 2017
Wärtsilä engineers offer technical solutions for cold ironing
Wärtsilä Electrical & Automation has carried out more than 100 installations of its container solution SAMCon for ‘cold ironing’ to connect cargo ships to local power sources at California’s ports. - In Detail, 28 November 2017
Solar Eclipse: The bright side
A solar eclipse, traditionally, is believed to not have a very positive connotation. But beliefs aside, it is clear that it spells bad news for the energy sector. Find out how regions as well as utility companies can weather this storm. - Energy, 23 November 2017
Taiwan: Island without electricity
One August afternoon in tropical Taiwan, the electricity suddenly went out in offices, factories, and residential apartments. While the power came back on in 5 hours, the blackout has raised hard questions about the reliability of the island’s power supply. - Environment, 22 November 2017
Taking control to the next level
Offered as a standard feature on all new Wärtsilä 31, Wärtsilä 46DF, Wärtsilä 20V34SG and Wärtsilä 18V50SG engines, the performance-enhancing Wärtsilä Electronic wastegate package is now also available as a retrofit starting with Wärtsilä 34SG engines. - In Detail, 21 November 2017
Wärtsilä 31SG, the world's most efficient 4-stroke engine
In the price-sensitive field of electrical power generation, efficiency and flexibility are the hottest commodities. Wärtsilä's newest engine marks a step change in both, delivering an industry-leading efficiency of over 50 percent. The secret to its success is a ground-breaking new design, conceived entirely from scratch, that makes it tough enough to withstand the heavy mechanical loading associated with two-stage turbocharging. - In Detail, 15 November 2017
Power plant audits: The name of the game
The secret to ensuring power plants operate for decades lies in timely audits. Luckily, Wärtsilä power plant audits can help. The Limbe power plant in southwest Cameroon is a good case in point. - Energy, 14 November 2017
Seabin’s 2017 adventure
Project Seabin is now commercial. Its floating rubbish cans - that collect debris from seas – are on sale. We caught up with Pete Ceglinski, CEO of the project, to talk about how they navigated choppy waters to get here and what lies ahead. - Innovation, 9 November 2017
Wärtsilä EnergoFlow boosts propulsion efficiency
Wärtsilä launched its latest energy-saving device for ship engines, a next-generation pre-swirl stator dubbed the Wärtsilä EnergoFlow. The innovative apparatus, available for both retrofits and new-builds, is already raising eyebrows with the substantial fuel savings it can yield – up to 10% in certain cases. The key to its propulsion-boosting power is how it controls the complex hydrodynamics upstream of the propeller. - In Detail, 8 November 2017
Logistics without boundaries
Wärtsilä’s customer event, held early this October, at its Central Distribution Centre in Kampen, the Netherlands addressed a key question - ‘How can we support you in successfully serving your customers today and in the future?’ The event introduced customers to the latest technologies (robots included) used in optimising logistics flow. Read on to see how the day played out. - Innovation, 7 November 2017
Digital Acceleration Centres – what are they?
The launch of Wärtsilä’s Digital Acceleration Centre stands testimony to the fact that the digitalised era is influencing the way customer value is delivered. But will these centres speed up the discovery of new digital revenue streams, as well? We find out. - Innovation, 1 November 2017
Tugboats steer the way
Exciting times for the tugboat industry are here! Technological ideas and advances are unlocking new opportunities for economics and operations of the business that is just as aware about environment conservation as it is about safety and profitability. So here’s how the industry is striking this fine balance. - Innovation, 31 October 2017
Wärtsilä remote controls an 80 m ship from 8000 km away
A team from Wärtsilä Dynamic Positioning remote controlled a platform supply vessel in the North Sea using a standard satellite link from its office in California. It is a step towards developing the company’s Smart Marine capabilities and an industry first. - Innovation, 25 October 2017
Wärtsilä HY sets a new benchmark
Wärtsilä HY is the first, integrated hybrid power module in the marine market. An alternative to belching smokestacks, this green and efficient propulsion module was developed by maximising synergies in the group. With Wärtsilä as a single supplier, it is a new benchmark in alternative propulsion. - In Detail, 23 October 2017

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