GE to Power, Propel UK's New Frigates
The U.K. Ministry of Defense has engaged in a major program to update and upgrade its current fleet of frigates. In the next decade, Type 26 Global Combat Ships will become the backbone of the Royal Navy, replacing its existing Type 23 Frigates. The Type 26 will incorporate the latest in hybrid propulsion technology: at low speeds, it will run on an electric drive system, while at high speeds, it will take power from the gas turbine. GEâs Power Conversion business has won the design, development and assessment (DDA) contract to provide the electric propulsion system.
Norwegian Navy Embraces Electrification
GEâs Power Conversion business (NYSE: GE) has announced that it is working with Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering Co., Ltd. (DSME) in South Korea to provide an electrical power and propulsion system for a Norwegian Defence Logistics Organization (NDLO) logistics and support vessel (LSV). GEâs equipment will be installed as a key part of the shipâs hybrid propulsion system, improving fuel efficiency and operating flexibility. In October 2012, GEâs Power Conversion business announced a similar project for the U.K.
Innovative Solutions to Global Trends at INEC 2014
The newly launched program for the 12th International Naval Engineering Conference and Exhibition â INEC 2014, being held at the Marine Establishment Amsterdam in the Netherlands (May 20-22, 2014) features an incomparable line-up drawn from over a dozen countries speaking to the theme âInnovative solutions to global trendsâ. The program includes keynote addresses by Vice Admirals of both the Royal Netherlands Navy and the Royal Navy, and, thanks to the support of the Royal Netherlands Navy, a networking and industrial visit program with the innovative HNLMS Tromp at its heart.
Navy Tech in Paris Navy Technolgy Takes Center Stage
Many commercial marine products evolve from military roots. At Euronaval last month in Paris, contractors large and small from around the globe showcased new and emerging technologies. According to General Electric, there is a new era dawning for naval engineering and propulsion. âIâve seen the future of naval propulsion, and itâs electrifying,â said GE Power Conversionâs Captain Mark Dannatt Royal Navy (retd.), speaking at Euronaval. Capt. Dannattâs comments came as he outlined the latest advances in advanced naval electrical technology from a GE perspective.
'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. âIâve seen the future of naval propulsion, and itâs electrifying,â observed GE Power Conversionâs (NYSE: GE) Captain Mark Dannatt Royal Navy (retd.), speaking during this weekâs Euronaval exhibition and conference in Paris. Capt. Dannattâs comments came as he outlined the latest advances in advanced naval electrical technology from a GE perspective. âWorking with the worldâs leading navies gives us what may be a unique perspective on the trends that are emerging and a view into the future. Against this background, Captain Dannatt believes that we have entered the age of electrically powered and propelled warships and support vessels.
Converteam Delivers First 36MW Generator
Power conversion specialist Converteam has shipped the first of two massive 75 tonne, 36 Megawatt generators designed specifically to match the electrical power requirement of the propulsion motors for the Royal Navy's Queen Elizabeth Class (QEC) aircraft carriers. These are major components of the electrical system for the two new 65.000 tonne ships for which Converteam has designed the innovative Integrated Full Electric Power (IFEP) and propulsion system. The two 36 MW generators, manufactured in Rugby, will supply the four 20 MW Converteam Advanced Induction Motors.