Bigger and better batteries for marine use were on display at the E&H Marine Expo in June this year. For example, battery suppliers such as Corvus Energy now offer large cruise vessels the possibility of operating a day or more in a zero-emission ocean location – a huge benefit. Shipowners and regulatory bodies are welcoming…
Reaching net zero by 2050 is perhaps the biggest challenge for humankind ever! Yaskawa Environmental Energy / The Switch has always been developing technologies and products that enable you, our customers, to provide solutions that contribute to the journey toward net zero.
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Dear friends, Summer has come to Finland, with some of the warmest and sunniest days we’ve had for a few years. So we’re preparing to enjoy the abundant light and renew our energy, spending time to reflect on upcoming developments and our journey ahead. In the area of wind, it’s been great to see offshore…
Dear friends! The Switch has come far as the result of hard work and reached several new milestones over the past few months. Together with one of our partners, MHI Vestas Offshore Wind, we’re pioneering the leading trends in offshore by moving toward more powerful turbines. Our own permanent magnet generator is a key component…
New style of drive train leverages an optimized permanent magnet generator and full-power converter package to capitalize on variable wind speeds for maximum energy capture and delivery to the grid.
With its innovative drive train technology, The Switch plans to take successes gained in European and Asian wind installations to bolster its presence in North America, one of the highest growth areas for new wind turbine installations.
In the marine industry, the future looks highly interesting, with major challenges to unravel. The energy mix on board is likely to be a fascinating mosaic. Our vessels have to be ready, and flexibility will be key.
In the marine industry, the future looks highly interesting, with major challenges to unravel. The energy mix on board is likely to be a fascinating mosaic. Our vessels have to be ready, and flexibility will be key.
When we talk with shipowners about power systems, the conversation often starts around efficiency, fuel savings or emissions. These are certainly very important topics, but when you work closely with DC systems, you learn very quickly that the real cost of a power system isn’t decided during normal operation. It’s decided the moment something goes…
Europe often takes the spotlight for advancements in maritime industry electrification. Countries like Norway and Finland are already operating over a hundred electric vessels, driving the global shift toward sustainable shipping. Japan, on the other hand, has been comparatively quiet – with just around 10 electric vessels currently in operation. But behind the scenes, Japan…
The cooling system for a vessel’s electrical machines and drives is of paramount importance. Inadequately handled thermal stresses can cause an electrical system to age prematurely or even fail. A successful cooling system design must completely address all potential issues. Air-cooled systems are the cheapest and easiest to maintain. However, liquid-cooled systems come with so many…
On April 24, The Switch took part in the third edition of Energy House Day 2025 in Stord, Norway. Held at the cutting-edge Energy House test center, the event offered a hands-on look at groundbreaking developments in areas such as green shipping, sustainable energy systems and future fuels. This year’s event was a total full…