Protection tools that limit short-circuit current and isolate any faulty parts quickly make low voltage DC distribution safe, redundant and extremely attractive choice for vessels. In our second webinar of our three-part Masterclass series, our experts will talk about: We have also reserved time for a live Q&A for you to ask any questions you…
Commissioning is the final handover of The Switch PM shaft generator to the system integrator at the shipyard. Multiple stakeholders and many participants are involved in these projects. Typically, they include: Although we at The Switch contribute only one component, how we do our part affects many others. Our focus from the beginning is to…
In August 2025, The Switch secured a new order for 12 units of its PMM2000M permanent magnet shaft generator, providing 4,210 kW of power at 50 rpm. These highly efficient and reliable shaft generators will be installed on a 18,200 TEU newbuild container vessel under construction at a South Korean shipyard. This product was chosen…
Join us in our power electronics Masterclass, where we talk about what makes DC the answer to future ship needs. In the first session of our three-part series, our experts will talk about:
- Why DC is the better alternative than AC for future ships
– How to future proof your vessel for any upcoming regulations
– How to make a vessel’s power distribution system more flexible
