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'Future of Naval Propulsion Electrifying' Says GE Expert
GE showcases futuristic technologies that could set new standards in electrical naval propulsion at Paris Euronaval Expo. “I’ve seen the future of naval propulsion…
GE Power Conversion Inks Petrobas Drilling Rig Contracts
GE’s Power Conversion Business signs US$120-million contracts to support Petrobras’ Pre-Salt Drilling Program. GE’s Power Conversion business has been selected by Keppel Offshore & Marine Ltd, a leading designer and builder of high-performance mobile offshore rigs, to supply the electrical power generation, thruster and drilling drive technology for six new semi-submersible drilling rigs for Brazil.
GE (France) to Supply Propulsion Systems for 23 New LNG Carriers
Korean companies Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering and Hyundai Heavy Industries contract GE technology. The GE equipment will be installed on 23 new LNG ships and represents total propulsion power of 1,105 megawatts. Traditionally, the propulsion of LNG tankers has been based on boil-off boilers and steam turbines. In recent years, more and more ship owners have turned to dual-fuel engine systems combined with electric propulsion as more efficient solutions…