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Drives for marine and offshore

Energy efficient reliability on board

Anywhere a motor is used on board is a great opportunity to save energy. Our marine certified variable frequency drives (VFD) regulate the speed and torque of motors so they run accurately according to the demand. From propulsion systems, thrusters, deck machinery, pumps, HVAC systems, to deck cranes, our medium and low voltage drives help you use fuel more efficiently and reduce maintenance needs. Our drives are also key elements of your shaft generators and offshore pipe-laying systems. We provide global support, life cycle services and strong application expertise to help you get the full benefit from our drives.

Equipment quality. Reliable operation. Fuel savings. Everything counts when you depend on your motor-driven applications to do what you expect.

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Press release

ABB Drives part of ABB’s integrated ship operating systems that receive key cyber security certification from DNV

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Navigating the future: electric spooling winches and the revolution in maritime deck operations

Web story

All-electric tugs: driving the future

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All-electric tugs: the drive for maximum efficiency

Success story

Sanmar Shipyards builds the zero-emission tugs of the future using ABB technology

Success story

Hareid Group’s shore power solutions use ABB drives to supply clean electricity to ships

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Limiting harmonic disruption to electrical networks on marine vessels with ultra-low harmonic drives

Product flyer

Marine approved 440 V drives for variable speed control

Success story

ABB technology supports COSCO Shipping’s decarbonization ambitions and compliance with forthcoming EEXI and CII regulations

Success story

ABB drives and motors help increase sustainable aquaculture in Chile

Web story

Electric tugs using ABB liquid cooled drives will deliver high energy efficiency, low operating costs, ultra-low noise and zero emissions

Press release

ABB technology ensures fast charging for Amsterdam’s new electric ferries

Web Story

ABB drive technology powers next-generation hybrid coastal cargo vessel

Web Story

ABB drives and motors improve energy efficiency in live fish transport vessels in Chile

External Article

Increasing a ship’s remit isn’t altogether easy, especially if it demands extra capabilities that don’t fit into either onboard space - or power parameters.

Web story

ABB drives provide the pulling power for Zeetug30: the world’s first zero-emission all-electric tugboat

Press release

Ocean research vessel samples success with ABB active heave winch control technology

The Maritime Executive, Sept 10, 2020

Viking Line Takes the Tension Out of Harbor Mooring for M/S Gabriella

Brochure 05-2020

Drives and motors for scrubber systems, Saving energy in exhaust gas cleaning process

Reducing 15,000 tons of carbon emissions annually with ABB's shore-to-ship power technology

Helping marine vessels set course for the green port revolution

Operators across the globe are now embracing the green port revolution. Learn how ABB’s marine HES880 drives help building hybrid and fully electric marine vessels with high energy efficiency and reduced emissions.

Italian firm chooses ABB products for marine exhaust scrubbers

Ecospray, an environmental technology company, uses ABB motors and drives in its marine exhaust cleaning systems which help ship owners meet new emission regulations. Watch a video here.

Decrease fuel consumption and emissions with shaft generators and drives

Learn how our shaft generators and drives help reduce fuel consumption and increase operational flexibility of vessels.

The Marine Professional: Low voltage motors

With marine vessels required to meet increasingly stringent international regulations on emissions and energy efficiency, LV motors can make an important difference.

Drives improve Dynamic Positioning performance

Learn how Master Boat Builders improved Dynamic Positioning performance on offshore support vessels by transitioning to thrusters powered by electric motors and variable speed drives.

New mobile HES880 drive for marine environments

HES880 heavy duty electric drive offers a robust solution for marine applications where maximum efficiency, redundancy, weight and size are critical.

Performance and reliability on board with ACS880 drives

Marine certified ACS880 drives are available for new installs and retrofits of various marine applications including thrusters, winches, deck cranes, pumps, and HVAC systems. Read more from the flyer here.