Wärtsilä Corporation, founded in 1834 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio, including power plants, marine propulsion systems, energy storage solutions, and digital technologies aimed at enhancing efficiency and promoting decarbonization. Wärtsilä employs approximately 18,300 professionals across 77 countries, emphasizing sustainable technology and services to improve both environmental and economic performance for its clients. In 2024, Wärtsilä reported net sales of EUR 6.4 billion.
Two new gas carriers will use Wärtsilä’s ammonia-fuelled engines and propulsion systems to reduce emissions and support future low-carbon shipping operations.
Wärtsilä and industrial partners launch the MatH2 consortium to develop safe, hydrogen-compatible materials and overcome embrittlement challenges in energy storage networks.
Wärtsilä Energy achieves a global milestone by successfully validating the world’s first large-scale 100% pure hydrogen engine on Spain’s national electricity grid.
The sugarcane-based ethanol will power an upgraded engine, undergoing 4,000 hours of testing to assess efficiency, reliability, and emissions reduction for clean electricity.