New era of technological evolution arrives with first Wärtsilä HY contract
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Wärtsilä Corporation, Press release, 30 May 2017 at 5 pm EET
The technology group Wärtsilä has received its first order for the recently
introduced Wärtsilä HY, a hybrid power module that combines engines, an energy
storage system, and power electronics. The contract has been signed with Italy
based Rimorchiatori Riuniti, the biggest owner and operator of tugs in the
Mediterranean Sea region. The company's fleet comprises some 100 vessels. The
order with Wärtsilä was signed at the Norshipping exhibition on 30 May, 2017.
The Wärtsilä HY will be dedicated to a project for a new 80 TBP (tons bollard
pull) harbour tug, making it the first ever project to feature propulsion based
on this latest Wärtsilä innovation. The Wärtsilä HY represents the newest and
most advanced level of integration related to hybrid technology for marine
applications. Specific operational features embedded in the control logic of the
unit will enhance operational safety and environmental considerations when
operating in waters adjacent to heavily populated areas.
"This first ever Wärtsilä HY installation will mark the beginning of a new era
in marine propulsion technology. Our unmatched in-house expertise and
capabilities in both engines and electrical and automation systems, together
with our competences in digital developments, has enabled Wärtsilä to lead the
way in taking marine propulsion to the next level. This is truly a giant step
forward," says Giulio Tirelli, Director of Marine Engineering at Wärtsilä.
"We are proud to be the first in the industry to embrace this exciting and
highly advanced hybrid technology. Wärtsilä is a company we know well, and it is
no surprise to us that they are the first to introduce this level of innovation.
For us, the Wärtsilä HY will provide operational flexibility, added safety, and
of course, environmental sustainability," says Raffaello Corradi, Group
Technical Director at Rimorchiatori Riuniti.
The Wärtsilä equipment will be delivered during the second half of 2018, and the
new tug is expected to be in service by the beginning of 2019. Rimorchiatori
Riuniti already has a number of vessels in its fleets with Wärtsilä solutions
installed.
The Wärtsilä HY features a new integrated energy optimisation system (EOS). The
new EOS represents the latest generation integrated control system, and has been
specifically designed for hybrid applications. It creates excellent interaction
with the ship's onboard systems to enable enhanced operability and greater
predictability.
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Caption: Rimorchiatori Riuniti's new tug boat will be powered by the Wärtsilä HY
hybrid power module. Shown here is the tug boat "Svezia", owned by the same
company, and which is also equipped with a Wärtsilä solution.
Media contacts:
Mr Giulio Tirelli
Director, Marine Engineering
Wärtsilä Marine Solutions
Tel: +39 040 31956
giulio.tirelli(at)wartsila.com
Ms Marit Holmlund-Sund
Senior Manager Marketing, Communications, Marine Solutions
Wärtsilä Corporation
Tel: +358 10 709 1439
marit.holmlund-sund(at)wartsila.com
Wärtsilä in brief:
Wärtsilä is a global leader in advanced technologies and complete lifecycle
solutions for the marine and energy markets. By emphasising sustainable
innovation and total efficiency, Wärtsilä maximises the environmental and
economic performance of the vessels and power plants of its customers. In 2016,
Wärtsilä's net sales totalled EUR 4.8 billion with approximately 18,000
employees. The company has operations in over 200 locations in more than 70
countries around the world. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
www.wartsila.com
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Source: Wärtsilä Oyj Abp via GlobeNewswire
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Datum: 30.05.2017 - 16:00 Uhr
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