Propulsion: What’s in the wind?
It’s often said that shipping is faced with making a change in propulsion systems as big as that from sail to steam. Could it just be that the next transition will be
marine propulsion
Lake Victoria ferry gets new Schottel propulsion system
With an area of over 23,000 square miles, Lake Victoria is the largest lake in Africa—and a vital resource for the 30 million people who live on its shores. Every day, almost
10 minutes with WinGD on sustainable solutions
Winterthur Gas & Diesel (WinGD) is a developer of low-speed gas and diesel engines for marine propulsion. Utilizing the most advanced technology in emissions reduction, fuel efficiency, digitalization, service and support, and
Steerprop establishes Houston-based subsidiary
Finnish propulsion solution specialist Steerprop is strengthening its presence in the North American market by establishing a subsidiary in Houston, Texas. The investment, which includes building substantial warehouse facilities and providing proprietary
How Schottel uses digitalization to optimize vessel operations
Propulsion specialist Schottel, Spay, Germany, is introducing a range of digital products and services that open up new possibilities for optimizing vessel operations. “Basically, we are creating a virtual image of the
BAE Systems launches next-gen marine power and propulsion solution
Building on its 25 years of experience in electric propulsion, BAE Systems has launched its next-generation HybryGen power and propulsion system for the marine market. The flexible solution is designed to help
MAN Energy Solutions wins order for HyProp ECO system
Hamburg-based tanker operator John T. Essberger is pursuing a fleet renewal program that aims to achieve an increase in energy efficiency of 30%. To help meet that objective, the first four 6,600
Marine Jet Power celebrates 35 years of vessel service
[Sponsored Content] Marine Jet Power (MJP) recently appointed Adam Mills as its new regional sales director for the Americas as the company celebrates 35 years of service to the maritime industry. As
TT-Line RoPax duo to have Kongsberg Maritime propulsion and steering
Finnish shipyard Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC) has awarded Kongsberg Maritime a contract to deliver the propulsion and steering equipment for the two new car and passenger ferries on order at the yard
MTU introduces new hybrid marine propulsion systems
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018 — Rolls-Royce plans to launch a range of completely integrated MTU hybrid marine propulsion systems onto the market in 2020. The propulsion systems will be available for yachts, work