The Switch News

The Switch, a globally renowned supplier of permanent magnet shaft generators, celebrates its 500th shaft generator order. This milestone underscores the company’s pivotal role in supporting the maritime industry’s transition to cleaner, more efficient shipping. Green transition in shipping "Reaching 500 orders is a milestone not just for The Switch, but for the shipping industry as a whole," said Jussi Puranen, Product Line Director for Electric Machines, adding "Every shaft gene...

The Switch, a pioneer provider of innovative power electronics for the marine industry, has signed a multimillion-euro contract with Ålesund-based Vard Electro. It marks a significant step in the company’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge products for innovative system integrators. Future-proof power systems DC-Hub technology holds its role in next-gen maritime electrification for flexible power solutionsThe Switch will supply its DC-Hub technology to multiple vessels on orde...

Vessel lifecycle management provider ACEL Group of Norway enlisted Finnish power electronics specialist The Switch, a BEMAC Group company, to supply its robust single drives as part of an extensive midlife upgrade of the multipurpose offshore vessel Island Frontier (built-in 2003).  Vessel upgrade The upgrade prepares the ship for another 20 years of demanding operations amid an increasing appetite for retrofits versus new builds. ACEL Group subsidiary Haf Power Solutions (HPS)’s c...