Power Solutions
Navico Invests to Boost Manufacturing Capabilities
Navico Group, a division of Brunswick Corporation, announced a multimillion-dollar investment in its Lowell, Mich. facility to create two Centers of Excellence in metal fabrication and electrification. The investment is intended to increase quality, capacity and efficiency, as well as improve product manufacturing capabilities, the company said.“Navico Group is committed to being a leader in metal fabrication and electrification for the industries we serve, and this investment is a testament to that” said Brett Dibkey, Navico Group President.
Hundested Propeller Names New CEO
Hundested Propeller A/S announced it has appointed Henrik Hamann Juel as CEO with immediate effect.Hamann Juel brings a wealth of experience from his prior work within the manufacturing of marine generators, aquaculture and wind energy. His roles have included CEO, COO, factory manager in both medium-sized businesses and large international corporations.“I am looking forward to working with the team here at Hundested Propeller,” Hamann Juel said. “Towards the end of 2021 the company underwent a strategic restructure to further meet the needs of our customers…
Cummins Unveils New Marine Generator
Cummins has unveiled its new Onan C-Power QSB7E generator for the recreational marine market, giving first kook to participants of the Genoa International Boat Show. The new product is available in both 50 and 60 Hz models, with output of up to 195 kWe.“We understand that luxury yacht manufacturers face growing demands for comfort and peace of mind,” said Michel Kozulic – Marine Business Development Manager at Cummins. “Cummins’ QSB7E generator provides maximum reliability thanks to a commonality with its proven commercial marine generator portfolio.
Hybrid Propulsion for Super Yachts
With hybrid power solutions becoming more of the norm in super yacht circles, RH Marine introduced pre-composed hybrid packages to convert conventional super yachts power systems to battery powered hybrid solutions. The three pre-engineered packages that can be installed onboard an existing yacht during a refit. The three packages vary in size and energy storage from 250 kWh up to 750 kWh, so there’s a package to fit every yachts requirements.Adding batteries as an extra power source allows the generators to run on an optimal load…
MCE Marine Launches ASEA Power Certification Program
MCE Marine Group has launched the ASEA Power Certified Authorized Service Provider program.The first training event, already attracting attendees from seven countries, will be September 17-21 at the company's global headquarters in Huntington Beach, Calif.The program will include classroom and hands-on instruction, including advanced troubleshooting on ASEA marine AC shore power voltage, frequency and phase converters. Attendees will also learn about new product developments focused on emerging technologies. ASEA service manager and application engineer Gabriel Vargas, and director of engineering Eric "Herm" Herman will lead the training.
Volvo Penta Unveils Hybrid Marine Propulsion Concept
Volvo Penta unveiled a hybrid concept for its IPS propulsion system with an electric-only mode that allows entry into environmentally sensitive zones, as well as offering enhanced onboard comfort and boat handling characteristics.This closely follows the company's announcement that it will provide electrified power solutions for both land and sea by 2021The IPS hybrid variant will allow boats to operate in the low-and-zero emission zones that are expected to be introduced in the coming years…
Volvo Penta Going Full Charge into Hybrid & All-electric Drivelines
Aiming to become a driving force in sustainable power solutions, Volvo Penta says it is going full charge into hybrid and all-electric drivelines, offering electrified solutions in both its marine and industrial segments by 2021.Volvo Penta’s chief technology officer, Johan Carlsson, and system engineer, Karin Åkman, discussed innovation for electromobility at the company’s new development-and-test laboratory in Gothenburg.By 2021, Volvo Penta will provide electrified power solutions for both its land and sea-based business segment…
Victron Energy Reports Double-digit Growth
Dutch power solutions provider Victron Energy announced double-digit growth in the field of power solutions for the marine, industrial, automotive, mobility, off-grid and solar markets. The company, which celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2015, realized an annual growth of 12% in sales volume. According to Victron Energy, the rise in sales can be explained by a number of factors such as an increasing interest in sustainable energy, the wish to reduce grid dependency and goals to reduce carbon footprints.
