AC-DC Power switchover cuts marine fuel costs by a quarter

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Engineering giant ABB reveals how a new onboard DC energy system is slashing carbon emissions and fuel costs at sea

Switching the type of power generation used on seafaring vessels can reduce fuel usage by more than a quarter, according to new in-field testing completed by engineering giant ABB. The Swiss company...

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