Norwegian Electric Systems (NES) has been contracted to supply the complete power systems for eight new vessels being built for the shortsea specialist Wilson at Udupi Cochin Shipyard in India.
NES’s scope includes the energy design and delivery of a comprehensive power system for each vessel. This encompasses main generators, main propulsion motors, bow thruster motors, DC switchboards, main propulsion and thruster control systems, and transformers. Deliveries of NES’s equipment are scheduled between the second quarter of 2026 and the second quarter of 2028.
This project aligns with a commercial initiative by NES and its HAV Group sister companies, focused on providing emission reduction solutions for shortsea transport. NES will leverage its experience in energy optimisation from ferry and offshore vessel projects and apply it to Wilson’s dry cargo vessels.
Udupi Cochin Shipyard will construct the eight 6,300 dwt dry cargo vessels based on a design by Conoship International, Netherlands. The design prioritises flexibility and energy efficiency, with optimised hull lines aimed at minimising fuel consumption, complemented by the advanced energy system from NES. The vessels also have the option to install three VentoFoil units for further fuel reduction. The newbuilds will join Wilson’s fleet, transporting general cargo in European coastal waters.
