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…
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The Switch single drives fulfill today’s cybersecurity demands
The Switch was selected to deliver new single drives for propulsion to replace older ones on a multipurpose offshore support vessel (MPSV) that do not fulfill today’s cybersecurity regulations. The scope of delivery not only includes 4 single drives for propulsion but also The Switch DC-Hub to connect the battery to the AC switchboard, make…
Ammonium carrier (LPG) vessel selects two The Switch PMM1500Ms
Two The Switch PMM1500M permanent magnet (PM) shaft generators have been ordered for newbuild ammonium carriers (LPG). Applications for the shaft generator include power take out (PTO), power take in (PTI) and power take home (PTH). Deliveries are scheduled in Q2 2025 and Q3 2025. “We are happy to receive repeat orders from the shipowner,…
12 PMM1500Ms for newbuild liquefied natural gas carriers (LNGC)
In August, The Switch won an order for 12 PMM1500 permanent magnet (PM) shaft generators to be supplied for power take out (PTO) on newbuild liquefied natural gas carriers (LNGC). Deliveries are scheduled from Q3 2025 through Q3 2026. “Our permanent magnet technology was a perfect match for what the shipowner was looking for. Our…
Preparing for future fuels and large batteries with DC-Hubs
Marine fuels for the future The marine community is still debating the correct fuel for the future. The biggest challenges are the availability of green energy and its storage. The regulations are there, the technology is there, but green energy availability and how to store it – both onshore and on vessels – is still…
Maritime Hybrid, Electric & Hydrogen Fuel Cells Conference, 2024
We are happy to announce our participation as a gold sponsor in the Maritime Hybrid, Electric & Hydrogen Fuel Cells Conference in Bergen, Norway during 29 October 2024 – 31 October 2024. Register for the event below, and come visit our experts at booth 9 or listen to our Thursday’s conference presentation. We are looking…
The Switch to deliver 2 PMM1500Ms for newbuild Pure Car, Truck Carriers
An order for two The Switch PMM1500M permanent magnet (PM) shaft generators was received for a newbuild Pure Car, Truck Carrier (PCTC) with the option for an additional two vessels. The vessels will use the shaft generators for power take out (PTO). The first PMM1500M is scheduled for delivery in Q1 2026 and the second…
The Switch PMM2000Ms for world’s largest newbuild containerships
The Switch has been selected to deliver 5 PMM2000 permanent magnet (PM) shaft generators for the world’s largest 24,000 TEU newbuild container vessels. The first delivery is scheduled for Q4 2025. “Thanks to the success of the shipowner’s 14,000 and 16,000 TEU projects, they decided to continue cooperation with The Switch for their latest 24,000…
6 PMM2000s for newbuild methanol dual-fuel containerships
The Switch received orders for six permanent magnet (PM) shaft generators to be installed on newbuild methanol-powered containerships. The first PMM2000M will be delivered in Q2 2025. The new vessels will be ready for commissioning in 2026 and 2027. “This order for the world’s most advanced high-power permanent magnet shaft generators is part of the…
How spare parts packages keep your equipment running smoothly
Imagine this: Your vessel is out at sea, and suddenly, you encounter a critical issue in your electricity distribution system. Wouldn’t it be reassuring to know that you have exactly what you need on hand to get back on course without delay? At The Switch, we’re committed to ensuring that long after our products have been…
Positive feedback from SMM
The Switch joined forces with BEMAC Corporation at this year’s SMM in Hamburg from September 3–6, 2024, to present the company’s extended range of solutions for the maritime industry. Asbjørn Halsebakke, Senior Manager, Marine Concepts at The Switch, presented the company’s power electronics product range, while Markus Silventoinen presented The Switch permanent magnet machines for…
Single drives extend lifetime of older vessels
The Switch single drives have been selected as part of a retrofit solution to hybridize a larger fleet of older vessels. The drives will connect batteries to the vessels’ AC switchboards. The Switch drives will be containerized with a battery and transformer by the system integrator and delivered as a single turnkey package. Delivery to…