HAMBURG, GERMANY: Danfoss Drives, a global leader in VFD and power conversion technology, today announced that it is strengthening its long-standing collaboration with WE Tech Solutions by welcoming them as an authorized Danfoss Drives System Integrator and service company for the marine sector.
This strategic partnership empowers WE Tech, a recognized expert in marine energy solutions, to leverage Danfoss’s cutting-edge technology as it further expands its proven marine electrification offering, including integrated electric propulsion, fully electric vessel solutions, and its role as an EPC contractor for shore power. The collaboration is set to accelerate the development and deployment of comprehensive electrification solutions for the global shipping industry.
By combining Danfoss’s world-leading VFD and power conversion technology with WE Tech’s deep system expertise, the partnership will provide shipowners and shipyards with robust, efficient, and future-proof solutions. This joint effort is focused on challenging the boundaries of marine electrification and helping the industry meet its ambitious decarbonization targets.
“Welcoming WE Tech as an authorized system integrator and service company is a key milestone in our strategy to advance marine electrification,” explains Claus Larsen, Vice President Sales Europe West, EMEA Marine & Electrification at Danfoss. “Strong partners with deep domain expertise, like WE Tech, are essential for integrating our drive technology into comprehensive, value-adding solutions for customers. Together, we can accelerate the adoption of sustainable technologies and help the maritime industry meet its goals. We are confident that this partnership will unlock new possibilities and deliver exceptional results for shipowners and operators.”
Henri Kinnunen, CEO of WE Tech Solutions Oy, adds, “We are very pleased to strengthen our long-standing cooperation with Danfoss through this partnership. It is an important step in WE Tech’s strategy to expand our offering and become an even stronger solution provider for marine electrification where we are already active with proven references. By combining WE Tech’s marine system expertise with Danfoss’ technology we can offer our customers increasingly comprehensive solutions. We aim that this partnership is about turning our joint capabilities into real customer projects and accelerating the transition towards more efficient and lower-emission shipping.”
About Danfoss Drives
Danfoss Drives has been a pioneer and global leader in the field of variable frequency drives (VFDs) since 1968. With a team of over 4,700 experts, Danfoss Drives is dedicated to developing and manufacturing best-in-class power converters and VFDs that optimize the efficiency of electric motors across a wide range of industries. By providing intelligent and energy-efficient solutions, Danfoss Drives helps industries enhance productivity, reduce their CO2 footprint, and lead the transition towards a more sustainable and electrified future.
About WE Tech Solutions
WE Tech Solutions is headquartered in Vaasa, Finland, and employs more than 100 professionals worldwide. In addition to its Finnish headquarters, WE Tech has offices and subsidiaries in Norway, China (Shanghai), and Japan (Kobe). Through its global network, WE Tech supports shipowners and shipyards worldwide with advanced hybrid power, electrification, and energy management solutions, contributing to more efficient and sustainable shipping.