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At ABB Marine & Ports, we are at the forefront of driving the evolution of sustainable shipping. Electrical propulsion, data-driven decision support and integrated solutions for ship and shore from ABB are paving the way to a zero-emission marine industry, providing greater efficiency and reliability to shipowners, and preparing vessels to meet the demands of tomorrow.

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How ABB Dynafin™ could transform marine industry efficiency

ABB’s revolutionary ABB Dynafin™ propulsion system could reset marine efficiency standards and even lead to a re-imagining of ship design

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ABB to power Samskip’s new hydrogen-fueled container vessels

ABB has secured a complete power, propulsion and automation systems order for Samskip Group’s hydrogen-powered container vessels
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ABB to supply ice-classed Azipod® propulsion for new polar research vessel

ABB has won an order to deliver compact Azipod® DI propulsion system to the new polar research icebreaker of Chinese Institute of Deep-sea Science and Engineering

Generations: Business insight

Aeolus collaboration offers a compelling path to future-proof yachting

Designed to stand the test of changing attitudes to the environment and lifestyle at sea, the unique superyacht concept Aeolus is a multidisciplinary collaboration with power and propulsion technology from ABB at its core.

 
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ABB’s hybrid power and propulsion system drives sustainability gains for P&O super-ferries

Battery power makes its debut on Europe’s busiest short sea route this summer.

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ABB introduces OCTOPUS Operational Planner for increased uptime and safety of offshore wind farm operations

ABB Ability™ OCTOPUS – Marine Advisory System Operational Planner offers first-of-its-kind capability to optimize remote maintenance of wind farm operations

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ABB wins large systems order for Havfram Wind’s two new offshore wind turbine installation vessels

ABB will supply two newbuild Havfram Wind NG20000X-HF Wind Turbine Installation Vessels (WTIVs) with a comprehensive bridge-to-propeller solution

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ABB unveils revolutionary propulsion concept to significantly increase ship efficiency

Industry-first electric propulsion concept ABB Dynafin™ mimics the movements of a whale tail for ultimate efficiency, enabling new vessel designs
Generations Business Insight

Azipod® propulsion ticks all the boxes in the growing retrofit market

ABB’s market leading Azipod® electric propulsion system has become a commercially attractive retrofit option for existing vessels as shipowners seek ways to comply with new emissions regulations.

 
 
Generations: Business insight

Centralized fleet support – where digitalization and sustainability meet

Shipowners and operators are looking to leverage the power of data to enhance operational performance across multiple vessels.

Generations: Business insight

ForSea sets the pace as decarbonization pioneer

Sweden’s ForSea is the largest high-frequency RoPax ferry line in the world utilizing electric power to gain major emissions reductions and other environmental and operational benefits.

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ABB to power two new multi-purpose patrol vessels for Finnish Border Guard

ABB will supply an integrated power and propulsion package comprising dual Azipod® propulsors and the Onboard DC Grid™ power system for two newbuild Finnish Border Guard patrol vessels

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ABB drives emission-free river commute in Lisbon with first all-electric ferry

Lisbon’s debut all-electric ferry, equipped with ABB’s power solution has been delivered by shipyard Astilleros Gondán to urban transport provider Transtejo

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Vessel segments

We offer solutions to a wide range of vessel types, of which some are highlighted below. ABB provides solutions from grid to propeller, and ship to gate, including the pioneering Azipod® propulsion, electric and hybrid technologies, and various digital innovations. Learn how we are enabling safer, smarter and more sustainable operations for different vessel types.
 

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Focus topics

Offshore wind

With rising demand for wind power, there is an increased need for wind turbine installation vessels, service operation vessels and cable laying vessels. ABB’s electric, automated and digital solutions help these ships enhance safety, efficiency and sustainability of operations.

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Stepwise to autonomy

As vessels become more electric, automated and digital than ever before, ABB equips seafarers with existing solutions that augment their skillsets and enhance the overall safety and efficiency of operations.

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Latest insights from our article series Generations


Generations, the article series from ABB Marine & Ports, showcases unique business perspectives from global thought leaders, alongside in-depth technical insight from ABB’s own experts.

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ABB Marine & Ports is supplying world-leading technologies that drive the evolution of sustainable shipping. The company's solutions connect engineering know-how and software to optimize vessel operations. Marine & Ports consists of over 2000 team members spread across 26 countries.

Whatever your role in ABB, you can be sure you are helping to create a better world through our leading technologies and responsible business practices. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to make a difference, expand your horizons and grow in your professional career. 
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ABB leverages its electric, automated and digital technologies to enable safer, smarter and more sustainable marine and ports industries.

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