Ice and easy

The demanding conditions of the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Bothnia are plain sailing for MS Viikki thanks to an innovative solution, built around WE Tech’s variable frequency drive technology and The Switch direct-drive permanent magnet shaft generator.

Switching on frequently 01/2017

We made it together! We have endured the challenging times and have turned the company back onto a profitable growth path.

ESL Shipping, Finland

WE Tech received an order to deliver The Switch direct-drive permanent magnet shaft generator solution to two new 25,600 dwt dual-fueled handysize bulk carriers, with an option for two more. The vessels are owned by the Finnish ship owner ESL Shipping Ltd., and built at Qingshan Shipyard of Sinotrans & CSC SBICO in China. ESL…

ESL Shipping, Finland

WE Tech received an order to deliver The Switch direct-drive permanent magnet shaft generator solution to two new 25,600 dwt dual-fueled handysize bulk carriers, with an option for two more. The vessels are owned by the Finnish ship owner ESL Shipping Ltd., and built at Qingshan Shipyard of Sinotrans & CSC SBICO in China.

Permanent magnet machines for shaft generators and direct propulsion

Permanent magnet machines for marine applications The Switch permanent magnet machines provide maximum flexibility by operating seamlessly as both generators and propulsion motors. Engineered specifically for diverse vessel types, they enable efficient and reliable power transmission while minimizing mechanical complexity. Additionally, we extensively test all permanent magnet machines at our Large Drive Test Center to…

Wello Penguin, Finland

The Wello Penguin, a uniquely designed 1,600-ton vessel, utilizes a low-speed PM generator and frequency converter to capture kinetic energy and turn it into usable power while riding the waves. Special features include the vertical installation of the generator axis and the converter’s rocking platform.

Cut costs, save fuel and reduce emissions

Game-changing technology Our advanced marine products include our market-leading permanent magnet shaft generators, electric propulsion motors and proven DC distribution. Designed specifically for marine, our building blocks enable your vessels to stay future-proof with increased efficiency, the highest possible reliability and superior flexibility to meet any new fuel source. Permanent magnet machines Boost overall efficiency…

US Renewables Business Climate

The PTC has been a very significant driver for renewable energy since 1992. It has been renewed 5 times, the last of which for only one year.