AIP for hybrid power module

The Wärtsilä HY was developed by leveraging Wärtsilä’s technical strengths in both engine design and electrical and automation (E&A) systems. The fully integrated hybrid power module combines engines, an energy storage system, and power electronics optimised to work together through a newly developed energy management system (EMS). It is the marine sector’s first hybrid power module of this type produced, thereby establishing a new industry benchmark in marine hybrid propulsion, according to Wärtsilä.
“This AIP is an important step in the development of our eco-friendly hybrid propulsion system, which can be applied to a variety of vessel types. By working with ABS, we are demonstrating the viability of hybrid vessels in a range of applications and highlighting the capability to the US Market and further afield,” said Giulio Tirelli, director of Sales & Business Intelligence, Wärtsilä Marine Solutions.
With the increased industry focus on environmental compliance and operational performance, many shipowners and operators are shifting their attention to electric propulsion and non-conventional sources of power, Wärtsilä noted. The ABS Advisory on Hybrid Electric Power Systems has been published to provide guidance in the development of new concepts.