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Additive manufacturing enters marine industry
Digital revolution in manufacturing technology is largely believed to lie in additive manufacturing – one example being 3D printing of items based on digital models. This enables, for instance, the tailoring of parts and rapid manufacture on demand. While additive manufacturing has been making waves in several industries, it is now finally making a splash in marine sector. - Innovation, 3 July 2018
Augmented humans – fiction or reality?
Hi-tech augmentation transforms people and businesses alike. We met experts in the field to find out if then, the line between fiction and reality is fast blurring. The answer is a resounding yes! - Innovation, 29 June 2018
Around the world, all alone
Finnish sailor Tapio Lehtinen is about to spend the next nine months alone as he goes around the world on a sailboat, being part of the Golden Globe sailing race. He talks to us about his upcoming trial. - People, 28 June 2018
What does it take to be a smart technology company?
A pinch of technology, a hefty number of right people, culture, and mindset is the recipe for a successful digital transformation at Wärtsilä. Its recent event in Trieste called Invent (Y)our Future is a case in point. - Innovation, 27 June 2018
Wärtsilä Voyage Emission Reduction system turns emissions into fuel
Wärtsilä has developed a groundbreaking new system that allows oil tankers to return potentially harmful volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions to the cargo tank, reducing cargo losses by up to 80%. The new Voyage Emission Reduction (VER) system is available in two versions – one for conventional oil tankers and another for LNG-fuelled tankers. - In Detail, 26 June 2018
New shuttle tanker beats the emissions clock
A new shuttle tanker concept developed by TEEKAY, in cooperation with Wärtsilä, using Wärtsilä’s marine solutions expertise is setting new benchmarks for emission-control and efficiency. - Innovation, 22 June 2018
Meet 10-year-old Amara, the Future Maritime Engineer
Find out why a 10-year-old girl wanted to attend Wärtsilä’s Future Innovation Day in Norway. She also told us what her experience was like. - People, 21 June 2018
SkyLight 3.0 & Concirrus: The key to smart marine insurance
Eniram’s partnership with insurance software provider Concirrus will enable fleet operators and insurers to ‘right-size’ their insurance programmes. This is a practical example of how Wärtsilä moves towards achieving its aim of a Smart Marine Ecosystem. We bring you the details. - Innovation, 20 June 2018
Wärtsilä’s new retractable thruster is an improvement across all parameters
The WST-24R thruster, with its eight-degree tilted propeller shaft configuration, delivers 23% more effective thrust than its predecessor, uses less fuel and takes up less space on board. - In Detail, 19 June 2018
Transforming Africa’s energy sector
Africa is amongst the world’s most underserviced energy markets, accounting for 13% of the world’s population but just 4% of its energy demand. It is estimated that close to 620 million Africans live without access to reliable electricity. But that may change soon. - Energy, 15 June 2018
Fleet champion from Trieste
Giulio Tirelli is a sprinter with staying power. This all-round combination of qualities has won him both an Italian championship in Olympic kayaking and coveted recognition as one of Italy’s top 10 young managers of 2018. - People, 14 June 2018
Operational Excellence comes with the flow
In all companies and across all departments, everyone should have the same goal: a happy customer. See how Wärtsilä is utilising Operational Excellence to serve its customers better through increased focus on flow and deeper collaboration. - Innovation, 13 June 2018
Wärtsilä 20 – Small changes, big results
We revisit a classic, making it better and more efficient than ever before. The upgraded Wärtsilä 20 engine comes with a host of new features, making it a great choice for marine vessels. - In Detail, 12 June 2018
Digital ships seek routes for rules
The digitalisation of shipping can bring about immense advantages – but only if everyone is, even if not literally, on board. Regulators have their desks full keeping up with what’s cooking under the surface. Hear what experts have to say about the evolutionary process. - People, 8 June 2018
Service 4.0: New business models for maritime service
Using ships as floating warehouses, tug boats as charging vessels, and creating a maritime emissions credit currency were just some of the radical ideas to come out of an open innovation session held by Wärtsilä, in April, in Norway. - People, 7 June 2018
Propelling into better prospects
Research and development in propeller design is an ongoing process. And rightly so, Wärtsilä’s propeller design team is busy evolving features that enhance efficiency and reduce fuel consumption. We get you up-to-speed with what’s new and innovative in the market. - Innovation, 6 June 2018
Bright prospects for Wärtsilä’s solar energy strategy
The power industry is undergoing a global transformation. Wärtsilä is leading this change with its growing focus on solar photo-voltaic (PV) power solutions. - In Detail, 5 June 2018
Middle East: Making hay while the sun shines
The world’s hub of oil & gas is betting on renewables. The UAE is estimated to invest USD 163 billion in renewables, by 2050, to meet 50% of its power needs. Saudi Arabia too will invest USD 50 billion, by 2023, to source 10% of its power needs from renewables. Here’s our analysis of what’s causing the switch in the Middle East. - Energy, 1 June 2018
Bytes and bronze: how digital propellers are getting close to the real thing
More powerful digital simulation is allowing Wärtsilä’s designers to fine-tune propeller shapes down to a few millimetres to meet owners’ exacting demands on efficiency, noise, and durability. - Innovation, 31 May 2018
Save time with underwater repair and maintenance
With the acquisition of the Dutch underwater solutions specialist Trident BV, Wärtsilä will now be able to perform maintenance and repair services under water, providing a better service portfolio for its customers, resulting in minimal downtime – and enabling operators to avoid the potential loss of income of having to bring a vessel into dry dock. - Innovation, 30 May 2018

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