The Switch at Nor-Shipping 2025 – supporting a future-proof maritime industry

As the premier global arena for maritime excellence, Nor-Shipping 2025 brought together industry leaders from across the world on June 2–6 in Oslo. The event’s focus was to share knowledge, debate and showcase innovation. To share knowledge, Asbjørn Halsebakke spoke at Maritime Cleantech Norway’s BlueTalks stage on “Safe by design: The future of DC at…

Liquid cooling is an excellent choice for resilient marine power systems

When we talk about building more resilient ships, the conversation usually revolves around fuel flexibility, smart energy management and robust control systems. But another layer of resilience at the very core of onboard power conversion often gets overlooked — effective thermal design. Modern vessels — whether hybrid, fully electric or simply optimized for greater efficiency…

“Finding the Future in Imabari” – A look at Bari-Ship 2025

From May 22 to 24, the bustling port city of Imabari played host to Bari-Ship 2025, Japan’s premier maritime industry event. This year’s exhibition truly lived up to its theme – “Find the Future in Imabari.” Jonna Tiainen, Senior Specialist, Thermal Design, from The Switch in Lappeenranta, Finland, had a chance to participate in the…

20 questions about The Switch permanent magnet machines

When it comes to marine electrification, permanent magnet (PM) machines are quickly becoming the preferred choice for shipowners aiming for sustainability and cost savings. But as with any new technology, questions arise. We’ve compiled the 20 most frequently asked questions about The Switch PM machines. If you want to understand the technology better, this guide…

Join us at Nor-Shipping 2025!

Please visit our team at Nor-Shipping 2025 from June 2–6 in Oslo, where we will be happy to discuss our game-changing green electric machines and power electronics for marine that can help you reach zero emissions. Safe by Design: The Future of DC at Sea Don’t miss our presentation at Maritime Cleantech Norway’s stand on…

The Switch to supply single drives for tanker newbuild quartet in China

The Switch, a leading provider of innovative power electronics for the marine industry, has won a contract to deliver the single drives for shaft generators that will be installed on four tankers under construction at Xiamen Shipbuilding Industry in Fujian Province. The Shanghai Ship Research and Design Institute (SDARI)-designed, 113,600-dwt LNG dual-fuel Aframax vessels are…

Charting a greener course: marine electrification and sustainability

Did you know that about 90% of global trade is transported by marine shipping? And shipping is statistically “the least environmentally damaging mode of transport when its productive value is taken into consideration,” according to the International Maritime Organization (IMO). But even the least environmentally damaging mode of transport can be made more sustainable. Marine…

The Switch at Energy House Day 2025 – “A vessel on land”

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…