Innovation

Better drive digital transformation than fight it
Whether or not you’re crazy about the omnipresence of digitalisation, the transformation is already underway. With the WeLeap app, Wärtsilians can enjoy the ride – and be rewarded for it. - Innovation, 24 August 2018
RPA – the digital colleague providing businesses with superpowers
The merging of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) with Artificial intelligence (AI) is not quite there yet. However, through awareness sessions and training of internal developers, RPA has become a comprehensive solution at Wärtsilä – and it is growing fast. - Innovation, 17 August 2018
The e-volution of shipping
The ever more powerful e-commerce platforms such as Amazon and Alibaba, with their customer focus, want full speed ahead. Will shipping ride this wave or be crushed by it? - Innovation, 15 August 2018
15 years - and counting - of partnership
Exploring opportunities with machine learning and artificial intelligence takes partnership between Royal Caribbean and Wärtsilä to the next level. Find out what it entails and what makes it unique. - Innovation, 8 August 2018
Taking the machine out of people
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) – three words that could remind one of human-like metal robots such as C-3PO in Star Wars. However, it is not. RPA is the invisible personal assistant that boosts efficiency, decreases the amount of manual errors, and frees up time for employees to do more value-added work. - Innovation, 3 August 2018
Trailblazers in exhaust gas cleaning system retrofits
Companies looking to comply with MARPOL sulphur requirements now have great reference cases available, one being Finnlines operating in the Baltics SECA. - Innovation, 1 August 2018
Wanted: Future Tech
As smart technology continues to conquer the world, Wärtsilä wants to be one of the pioneers in the digitalisation wave. - Innovation, 26 July 2018
Shift business festival faced AI and algorithms in all its glory
AI and algorithms are challenging for all businesses as they can bring the joys of progression, but also the dilemmas of the unknown. Mathematician Cathy O'Neil wants corporations to pay attention to the ethics and legality of using algorithms and behind-the-scenes profiling of clients and consumers. She was one of the speakers at Shift festival. - Innovation, 10 July 2018
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Wärtsilä Customer Support Centre: 24/7 service, 365 days a year
A brand-new support channel is making it easier for customers to deal with Wärtsilä. The new global Wärtsilä Customer Support Centre is available 24/7, and is designed to help Wärtsilä’s customers get all their questions answered accurately, quickly and without hassle. - Innovation, 17 May 2018
Retrofitting a Legend
Research vessel Polarstern is a true icon of the Arctic. Last year, Wärtsilä was commissioned to perform a retrofit project to keep Polarstern going full steam. - Innovation, 10 May 2018
Creating a Smart Marine Ecosystem in Norway
Around 200 customers, partners, government representatives, students and even competitors joined Wärtsilä employees on the Norwegian island of Stord, to discuss the transition to a greener maritime industry in an open, honest way. We bring you highlights of the Wärtsilä Future Innovation Day event. - Innovation, 9 May 2018

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