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Electric & Hybrid Marine Virtual Live 2021
2021-01-19 08:00 - 2021-01-21 19:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
We’re sponsoring and participating the very first virtual edition of the Electric and Hybrid Marine World Expo. During this event shipowners, naval architects and engineers will present the next generation of electric and hybrid marine propulsion technologies.
During the Power System session on January 20 we will present and discuss the following topics:
DC grids are an ideal solution to support the increased requirements of the onboard power (and in some cases energy storage) system. Proper protection however remains challenging. Peter van den Berg -Consultant at KWx BV- and Andy Stöckli -CTO at Astrol Electronic AG- will present protection possibilities based on the solid-state DC breaker technology. Thanks to the ultra-fast switch-off times, it prevents arcing in case of short-circuit situations.
The following topics will also be presented:

Closed bus operation,
zone protection,
detection of single earth faults.

Please check out the conference program and sign up for free. We hope to virtually meet you on January 20!

Online Power Electronics Event
2021-06-08 - 2021-06-10
The 2021 edition of the Power Electronics Event will take place online from June 8 till 10 June 2021. The main purpose of this event is to present the diversity of applications, innovations and knowledge in the field of Power Electronics.
Users, developers, suppliers and knowledge institutes gather and knowledge, visions, experiences, product and market developments are exchanged.
KWx also contributes to this event by giving a presentation about protecting onboard DC power systems. Please sign up for this highly interesting technology event and learn about the latest developments within the field of power electronics. Participation is free!
Titel: Protecting onboard DC power systems with solid-state DC breaker technology
Speaker: Peter van den Berg, Technical Consultant, KWx
DC grids are an ideal solution to support the increased requirements of the onboard power (and in some cases energy storage) system. Proper protection however remains challenging. During this presentation we will present protection possibilities based on the solid-state DC breaker technology. Thanks to the ultra-fast switch-off times, (within microseconds) it prevents arching in case of short-circuit situations. The following topics will also be presented: closed bus operation, zone protection, detection of single earth faults.

Maritime Hybrid, Electric & Hydrogen Fuel Cells Conference
2021-10-18 09:00 - 2021-10-20 18:00
Powering the drive towards a sustainable maritime sector
“Driven by the compelling benefits of reduced fuel consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and lower-cost maintenance, the adoption of hybrid, electric and hydrogen fuel cell technologies is accelerating across the maritime sector. These clean technologies will play a pivotal role in the decades to come as the maritime sector transitions towards decarbonisation.”
We are proud to anounce that we are one of the event partners of this years Maritime Hybrid, Electric & Hydrogen Fuel Cells Conference. This 3 day event will take place from 18 – 20 October 2021 in Bergen, Norway. After more than one year of COVID-19 restrictions we are delighted to join the other maritime industry experts.
Our colleagues Peter van den Berg and Aniket Sarode will expose our Maritime Dc solution, attend the Seminars and the Networking Coffee Breaks inbetween. Please feel free to approach us during the break to discuss the latest developments and posibilities of our range of 1kV solid state DC breaker switches and other maritime-related power electronics components.
This year’s agenda is packed with new and interesting developments
This year’s agenda, delivered by leading authorities in the sector, will provide a detailed analysis of technology and regulatory developments over the past 12 months. It will cover innovations in battery and fuel cell technology, showcase the benefits of electrification, consider the long-term benefits of hydrogen fuel cells, assess the safety factors, and present the latest updates on projects from across Europe.
Day 1: Maritime Hydrogen & Fuel Cells Programme
Hydrogen fuel cell technology is seen by many in the industry to be the ultimate solution to the zero-emission challenge. This one-day programme highlights the latest industry intelligence, initiatives and developments in hydrogen fuel cells in the maritime sector.
Day 2 & 3: Maritime Hybrid & Electric Programme
This comprehensive two-day programme will examine the latest innovations hybrid and electric solutions driving development in the maritime sector. Experts will demonstrate how these technologies can provide significant reductions in fuel consumption, emissions and maintenance costs.
More information and the visitor registration link can be found on the official event website.

Europort 2021 - Rotterdam Ahoy
2021-11-02 10:00 - 2021-11-05 17:00 | Rotterdam Ahoy, Ahoyweg 10, Rotterdam, 3084 BA
Europort senses the urge to act and feels the responsibility to make things happen. From special ships, port logistics to neighbouring industries. Let’s initiate a deeper understanding of themes that are of vital interest to the maritime ecosystem during Europort 2021.
Making sustainable waves: Energy Transition
Our industry is a community floating on energy. With ambitious emission goals for an industry that moves almost 90% of global trade, a significant undertaking is ahead of us. Change on this scale requires more than one solution and more than one investor. The city of Rotterdam, its port and region have defined a clear goal for 2050: a sustainable port and industrial maritime complex. Europort challenges the industry to make sustainable waves together.
More information about our participation will follow soon.

Power Electronics & Energy Storage Event
2022-06-14 | 1931 Congrescentrum, Oude Engelenseweg 1, ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Noord-Brabant, 5222 AA
The Power Electronics & Energy Storage Event will take place on June 14, 2022. New this year is the combination with the Energy Storage event. Power electronics and energy storage have many similarities and are often inextricably linked, which is why we have joined forces. The breadth of the market, namely developers, suppliers, knowledge institutes and end-users meet at the Power Electronics & Energy Storage Event, where visions, experiences and knowledge are exchanged. Come to this event for the latest developments, trends, innovations and last but not least to get in touch with electrical and power electronics specialists!
During the event, our colleague Aniket Sarode will give a presentation about sustainability and electrification in which he goes deeply into:
A sustainable future; the role of power electronics in safe and SMART DC power grids
Aniket Sarode, KWx
There is a worldwide focus on lowering and cutting emissions in key and highly polluting industries such as the maritime and transportation industry. Electrification is key, but when systems are expected to support power converters capable of integrating alternative sources and storage systems – including wind, solar and H2 power– and battery storage with a range of voltages, frequencies and power levels, the electrical power requirements expand. As a result, challenges in system design and protection appear. In SMART and sustainable power grids, DC is the power distribution system of choice but cannot be safely deployed without the necessary protection.
In this presentation, Aniket Sarode gives an overview of developments, challenges, and initiatives in effectuating sustainable alternatives for fossil fuels and inefficient power generation and the important role of power electronics in transporting, converting, and managing electrical power and protecting SMART DC grids.
Register as a physical or digital visitor
Use the code PE-ES22KWX during your registration

Electric & Hybrid Marine World Expo 2022 - RAI Amsterdam
2022-06-21 10:30 - 2022-06-23 16:00 | RAI Amsterdam, Europaplein 24, Amsterdam, 1078 GZ, Netherlands
The exhibition, to be held in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, June 21, 22, 23 is dedicated solely to showcasing the very latest and next-generation electric and hybrid marine charging and propulsion technologies, components and solutions.
KWx Power Electronics will be present at booth number 1194. Our colleague Peter van den Berg will also speak on the second day of the conference in Theatre One. He will talk about safe and SMART DC grids for maritime application. We hope to announce the time of this presentation soon.
Safe and SMART DC grids for maritime applications, and the important role of power electronics
There is a worldwide focus on lowering and cutting emissions in key and highly polluting industries such as the maritime industry. Electrification is key, but when systems are expected to support power converters capable of integrating alternative sources and storage systems – including wind, solar and H2 power– and battery storage with a range of voltages, frequencies and power levels, the electrical power requirements expand. As a result, challenges in system design and protection appear. In SMART and sustainable power grids, DC is the power distribution system of choice but cannot be safely deployed without the necessary protection.
In this presentation, Peter van den Berg gives an overview of developments, challenges, and initiatives in effectuating sustainable alternatives for fossil fuels and inefficient power generation and the important role of power electronics in transporting, converting, and managing electrical power and protecting SMART DC grids.
There is special attention to the solid-state DC breaker technology. This technology plays a crucial role in protecting onboard DC grids against short circuit currents and power overload, as it switches off within microseconds (μs). Also, it enables more efficient topologies, such as closed bus tie and ring systems.
About the Electric & Hybrid Marine World Expo
A truly global event with exhibitors and visitors from all over the world, Electric & Hybrid Marine World Expo is the only exhibition and conference that will showcase these emerging efficient technologies and components to an audience of shipowners and operators, boat builders, propulsion system designers and manufacturers, naval architects, military fleet operators/chiefs, and of course port operators.
Nothing but pure charging technologies, electric propulsion systems, hybrid systems, and of course the components within them, will be on display – and the only visitors invited to attend will be those who purchase and specify marine charging infrastructures, and vessel engines and components. Every single exhibit will be of relevance to every single visitor, and the only thing visitors will be searching for is cleaner, more efficient electric and hybrid marine systems.
