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Merchant Marine

  • Converteam provides a complete power & propulsion system package including vessel control, automation and dynamic positioning
  • First LNG tanker ever equipped with electric propulsion in 2003
  • Queen Mary 2, the world’s most powerful cruise ship, equipped with Converteam’s electric propulsion system, delivered in 2003
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Converteam to equip DEA Research vessel
Converteam has been awarded an order by STX Finland Oy for South Africa Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) to equip a Polar Supply and Research Vessel with an integrated package including electric power & propulsion system and vessel automation.

Business Profile

Converteam, Number 1 in Electric Propulsion and automation solutions, is operating in the Merchant Marine sector, mainly in the cruise and LNG markets, but not only. Converteam has also equipped research vessels, chemical tankers, crude oil carriers, cable layers, ro-ro trailer ships and fishing vessels.

Converteam provides a complete power and propulsion system package, including vessel control systems, automation, Dynamic Positioning and cold ironing.

Converteam also offers a large range of customized services, from technical assistance and remote diagnostic facilities to upgrades.
Minimized ecological footprint: electric propulsion contributes to reducing vessel energy consumption and exhaust emissions. With a constant focus on performance, availability and sustainability, Converteam offers innovative propulsion solutions using high standard electric rotating machines, power converters and control systems.