
Electrifying the world with game-changing green technologies
The Switch is an agile product supplier that provides custom electric machines and power electronics products to system integrators (SIs) and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). We are on a mission to electrify the world with game-changing green technologies. Our products accelerate the switch toward net zero emissions in marine, renewables and industry applications.
We are growing together with customers who find the key to their success in our innovative technology and optimized products. Our products currently deliver tens of gigawatts of electricity throughout the world.
>24 GW
of megawatt-class technology installedSince 2024
part of BEMAC groupFocus application areas marine, industry and wind
Join us on our mission to generate and use electricity cost efficiently and lower emissions
Latest news
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The engineering behind PM machines for propulsion
Join us for an insightful session as we kick off our three-part masterclass on Permanent Magnet Propulsion! In the first session, you’ll discover the fundamentals of permanent magnet (PM) technology and explore the benefits and features of PM machines. Masterclass: Part 1 of 3 Agenda
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The Switch logs over 50 new contractsfor its latest-generation DC-Hubs
The Switch, one of the world’s leading providers of innovative power electronics for the marine industry, has secured 50+ new contracts for its latest-generation The Switch DC-Hub, underscoring its growing popularity as a preferred power distribution solution for future-proof, flexible and low-emission vessels. All but one of the orders involve battery solutions, ranging from plug-in…
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Why PM machines will be the top choice for electric direct-drive propulsion in large ships
Superior efficiency, reliability and compactness are the core competitive advantages of permanent magnet (PM) machines. With our market-leading position and experience in delivering PM shaft generators, we believe these machines have a big role to play in the electrification of the deep-sea fleet. As shipowners look to lower emissions in line with IMO targets, PM…
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EU Awards €7,8 Million to Develop Next-Generation Power Systems for Green Shipping
The current global fleet contributes significantly to emissions, relying on conventional power systems that are not optimized for renewable energy integration. To address these challenges, the EU has granted €7,8 million to the STEESMAT project, aimed at developing groundbreaking power distribution systems for the zero-emission ships of the future. Spearheaded by Maritime CleanTech, 13 European…