The Switch, a leading provider of innovative power electronics for the marine industry, has signed a multimillion-euro contract with Ålesund-based Vard Electro that marks a significant step in the company’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge products for innovative system integrators. The Switch will supply its DC-Hub technology to multiple vessels on order at Vard Electro, a…
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Webinar: 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
The Switch logs over 50 new contracts for 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…
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…
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…
LDA equips three newbuild hybrid vessels with The Switch DC-Hub
France-based Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) has been selected by Airbus to build, own and operate an entire new fleet of low-emission vessels to transport its aircraft subassemblies between production facilities in Europe and the United States. The new fleet will cut average annual transatlantic CO2 emissions by 50%, achieving 33,000 tons in 2030 compared to…
Skarv Shipping selects The Switch DC-Hubs
Norwegian-based Skarv Shipping Solutions has chosen The Switch, in partnership with system integrator Berg Propulsion, to supply its innovative DC-Hub for optimized DC operations. The order includes 2 The Switch DC-Hubs for 4 new hybrid 7,000 DWT multipurpose vessels, which will be forerunners in low fuel consumption and low carbon emissions. The design includes an…
Strong growth in marine market electrification
Last year’s trends show marine electrification is growing steadily. We at The Switch, our customers and other partners in the value chain continuously update our knowledge of the constantly evolving market. The sales cycle is very long, and gathering signals and trends in developments is essential. We are observing the following: Industry sources agree Industry…
The Switch meets growing marine demand with expanded facilities
Over the past year, we’ve seen a steady uptick in demand for our marine products. Both product lines – power electronics and electrical machines – have received many new orders, with the increase in power electronics sales especially noticeable. This, of course, creates a positive problem: how are we going to produce everything? Until recently,…
Webinar: Designing a low-carbon multipurpose diesel-electric vessel with a controllable-pitch single propeller
This webinar will cover how Berg Propulsion and The Switch matched their joint technology to design a series of low-carbon multipurpose diesel-electric vessels with a controllable-pitch single propeller for Skarv Shipping Solutions. These vessels will be far more climate-friendly than what is currently available in the European short-sea market today. They will also focus on high efficiency and low fuel consumption.
Shoreside charging for vessel electrification: the challenges
IMO CO2 reduction targets are driving the marine industry toward a greener future. Green e-fuels are at the center of discussion, with the major challenges being the huge amount of energy needed for e-fuel production and the world’s constantly increasing energy consumption. The marine industry is already working to reduce emissions by making vessel operations…
Webinar: What it takes to design a net-zero emissions Energy Subsea Construction Vessel?
Rem Offshore has ordered a next-generation Energy Subsea Construction Vessel (ESCV) that will be the first of its kind to perform heavy construction work in both offshore wind and subsea with net-zero emissions. Customers will benefit from the vessel’s high-efficiency and sustainable operations. In this joint webinar, we’ve partnered with Rem Offshore and Haf Power…