Wartsila North America, Inc.

Wärtsilä North America, Inc. is a subsidiary of Wärtsilä Corporation, a global leader in smart technologies and complete lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable solutions and is known for optimizing the environmental and economic performance of vessels and power plants throughout their lifecycles.

Overview of Wärtsilä North America, Inc.

Headquarters: Houston, Texas, USA

Industries Served:

  • Marine Industry: The company provides a wide range of products and services, including ship design, engines, propulsion systems, and environmental solutions.
  • Energy Industry: Wärtsilä delivers energy solutions, including power plants, energy storage systems, and lifecycle services for power generation.

Key Offerings:

  1. Marine Solutions:

    • Ship Design and Engineering
    • Engines and Power Systems
    • Propulsion and Maneuvering Systems
    • Environmental Solutions (e.g., ballast water management, emission control)
  2. Energy Solutions:

    • Power Plants (renewable, hybrid, gas, and multi-fuel)
    • Energy Storage Systems
    • Grid Stability and Optimization
    • Energy Management Systems
  3. Lifecycle Services:

    • Maintenance and Repair
    • Performance Optimization
    • Digital Solutions for Predictive Maintenance and Operational Optimization
    • Training and Support Services

Commitment to Sustainability

Wärtsilä is committed to sustainability and innovation. The company focuses on enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of its customers' operations through innovative technologies and services. This includes efforts to reduce emissions, increase fuel efficiency, and facilitate the transition to renewable energy sources.

Global Presence

While Wärtsilä North America, Inc. serves the North American market, it benefits from the global presence and resources of its parent company, Wärtsilä Corporation, which operates in over 200 locations across more than 80 countries.

Notable Achievements

  • Innovation: Recognized for pioneering developments in the marine and energy sectors, particularly in digitalization and automation.
  • Sustainability: Amply contributes to global efforts towards a more sustainable future, aligning with international climate goals and green energy initiatives.

Contact and Communication

Wärtsilä North America, Inc. maintains a comprehensive customer support and service network across North America, ensuring timely and efficient service for its extensive range of products and solutions.

In summary, Wärtsilä North America, Inc. is a significant player in the marine and energy industries, recognized for its commitment to sustainability, technological innovation, and comprehensive lifecycle services.

Products

slow & medium speed reciprocating engines, marine propulsion systems, ship power, engineering & support services

Houston USA

16330 Air Center Boulevard
Houston TX 77032
USA

Ships

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