Power & Propulsion

US classification society ABS and China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) are to work together to research lithium battery propulsion for next generation vessels.

An energy storage system (ESS) supplier has been confirmed for the world’s first hybrid surface effect ship (SES) for crew transfer.

A long-term collaboration on vessel performance monitoring combined with battery power usage is delivering operational fuel savings of 20%.

MAN Energy Solutions has won a contract to supply fuel-efficient and low maintenance main propulsion engines for two new ice-breaking ASD tugs.

A German leader in electric outboard propulsion has used the recent METSTrade show to launch its new 20hp (equivalent) tiller steered outboard motor.

A unique electric driver interface is being developed and tested to aid the transition into electric boating.

The western North America distributor of the world’s highest-powered diesel outboard has reported a high level of interest following five weeks of on-water demonstrations.

A new rating for hybrid vessels with diesel power is in development to help marine stakeholders meet hybrid emissions regulations.

Technology group ZF is expanding its product distribution to important European markets.

A novel type of diesel outboard that will challenge the existing engines currently on the market has been developed by Hyundai Seasall writes Dag Pike.

A commuter ferry powered by a pair of 8kW electric motors could provide a carbon neutral alternative to building an expensive new bridge writes Dag Pike.

A new offshore jack-up installation vessel (JUV) designed to support the renewable energy industry in building future offshore wind farms will feature a powerful propulsion solution.

A new joint venture aims to commercialise dual fuel diesel/ hydrogen engines as well as mono-fuel hydrogen engines for vessel propulsion, writes Dag Pike.

One of world’s leading manufacturers of marine propulsion systems, announced the 1,000th reference for its leading tug propulsion system.

As further demonstration of the fast-moving energy transition, one of the biggest names in ship propulsion engines has just signed a service cooperation agreement with a wind propulsion specialist.

The largest electric-hybrid ferry in Sweden is powered by two electric-driven POD propulsion units which enable it to operate with ease on a busy maritime route.

Approval In Principle (AIP) has been obtained for the design of a hard sail system which converts wind energy to propulsive force with a telescopic hard sail.

Teignbridge Propellers recently invited a group of exclusive members of the marine community to experience the state of the art ‘HRV1’ research vessel in action.