The Switch, a specialist in the development and supply of advanced drive trains, has received an order from WE Tech, a leading energy efficiency solution provider, to deliver its permanent magnet (PM) shaft generators to two 18,600 dwt chemical tankers currently under construction for Sweden’s Ektank AB.
The combination of lower costs, improved environmental performance and greater efficiency is the Holy Grail for the industry, and The Switch technology is tailor-made to deliver on that.
The PM-based shaft generator is a powerful proposition for today’s cost and environmentally conscious shipowners. This deal is a perfect example of how PM technology is set to revolutionize the maritime industry.
WE Tech has also recently placed orders for The Switch PM shaft generators for two Toll Shipping 12,000 dwt RoRo vessels and a series of four Stena RoRo ROPAX ferries.
The Switch is now targeting growth of 200% within the marine segment in the next five years.
About Ektank AB
Ektank AB is a Swedish family-owned company with a long tradition in shipping. The company has a modern fleet of five chemical tankers in size ranging from 13,700 DWT to 17,000 DWT. All vessels are built according to high quality, safety and environmental standards. Loyalty and reliability are core values of Ektank.
About The Switch
The Switch, a Yaskawa company, is a pioneer in advanced drive train technology. The company has an installed base of over 13 GW of megawatt-class permanent magnet machine and converter packages. The main focus areas are wind, marine and special industrial solutions. The company’s innovative drive trains make an impact on profitable power generation and energy use, with the ultimate goal of lowering the cost of energy and operations. The Switch is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland.
About WE Tech
WE Tech Solutions is a leading energy efficiency solution provider with a global presence in the marine industry. The company specializes in supplying solutions based on variable frequency drives and permanent magnet machine technologies. WE Tech equips ships for success, providing benefits for newbuilds and existing ship upgrades worldwide.