Why mid-bore engines are the next growth battlefield (and why 2025 changed everything)
Think you know the mid-bore market? Think again, says Andrea Lazzaro, Head of Business Development at WinGD, who predicts a shift in market dynamics as regulatory uncertainty, changing fuel strategies and competitive dynamics prompt a rethink of what long-term value and retrofit-ready really looks like.
WinGD and Envision Energy Study Shows Path to Green Ammonia Cost Parity
WinGD, a Swiss marine power company and Envision, a world-leading green technology company have released a pioneering study analysing the operational costs of ships powered by renewable fuels.
World-First Type Approval and Factory Acceptance Testing for Ammonia-Fuelled Two-Stroke Engine
Swiss marine power company WinGD has achieved a major milestone on the path to zero-carbon shipping with the completion of both Type Approval Testing (TAT) and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of their ammonia-fuelled two-stroke marine engine.
Why Variable Compression Ratio technology is a practical retrofit path to 2030
Our new white paper examines how Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) technology can be applied to existing LNG dual-fuel engines to deliver measurable emissions reductions within the timeframe set by the IMO’s 2030 targets.
⚙️ WinGD Ltd. X-S-Series: Compact Power for a New Generation of Ships
The WinGD X-S-Series of short-stroke engines combines state-of-the-art efficiency, optimised lifecycle cost and fuel flexibility in a compact package.
The X-S-Series comprises two diesel and two dual-fuel engines with a reduced…
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⚙️ WinGD Ltd. X-S-Series: Compact Power for a New Generation of Ships
The WinGD X-S-Series of short-stroke engines combines state-of-the-art efficiency, optimised lifecycle cost and fuel flexibility in a compact package.
The X-S-Series comprises two diesel and two dual-fuel engines with a reduced height, weight and footprint compared with the standard X52 and X62 platforms. Designed for vessels with restricted engine-room space, the X-S-Series replaces the trusted RT-flex50 and RT-flex58 while setting a new benchmark for compact performance.
Key benefits: 📐 Compact design 📈 Best-in-class fuel efficiency 🌱 Fuel-flexible engines – ready for LNG, methanol/ethanol and ammonia
The WinGD X-S-Series: smaller footprint, greater performance.
💡 What will it take to make alternative-fuel propulsion commercially viable for shipowners?
In an interview with Joachim R. from Maritime Innovations at SMM, Volkmar Galke, Executive Director Sales at WinGD Ltd., discusses the growing operational experience with…
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🚢 LNG pays first. Ammonia pays most.
💡 What will it take to make alternative-fuel propulsion commercially viable for shipowners?
In an interview with Joachim R. from Maritime Innovations at SMM, Volkmar Galke, Executive Director Sales at WinGD Ltd., discusses the growing operational experience with ammonia propulsion, the importance of fuel flexibility and the economics driving shipowners' investment decisions.
Drawing on findings from WinGD's latest Fuel Economics Report, Alternative fuel retrofits: A CAPEX, OPEX and payback illustration, Volkmar discusses why LNG currently offers the fastest retrofit payback, the longer-term potential of ammonia, and how stronger carbon pricing could accelerate the business case for alternative fuels.
Great to see WinGD Ltd.'s two-stroke dual-fuel engine technology featured in this insightful post from LNG School, highlighting the propulsion systems behind the next generation of Q-Max LNG carriers.
🌊 With cargo capacities of about 271,000 m³, these…
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🚢 Powering the Next Generation of LNG Carriers
Great to see WinGD Ltd.'s two-stroke dual-fuel engine technology featured in this insightful post from LNG School, highlighting the propulsion systems behind the next generation of Q-Max LNG carriers.
🌊 With cargo capacities of about 271,000 m³, these impressive vessels show the scale and technological advances shaping the future of LNG shipping.
⚙️ Putting maritime technology to the test: WinGD at ship.energy's Marine Energy Transition Forum 2026
As shipping navigates the energy transition, how can the industry identify and invest in technologies that deliver real operational and commercial value?
⚙️ Putting maritime technology to the test: WinGD at ship.energy's Marine Energy Transition Forum 2026
As shipping navigates the energy transition, how can the industry identify and invest in technologies that deliver real operational and commercial value?
Andrea Lazzaro, General Manager – Business Development at WinGD Ltd., will join industry experts at Ship.Energy’s Marine Energy Transition Forum 2026 in London for a panel discussion exploring the technologies shaping the future of maritime decarbonisation.
🔍 Session 3 – Choosing effective building blocks: putting tech to the test will explore how the industry can balance technological innovation with commercial realities, from engine technologies and vessel optimisation to retrofits, investment risks and return on investment.
We look forward to contributing to the discussion on how innovation can translate into practical, commercially viable solutions for shipowners and operators.
👉 Attending the forum? Don't miss this session! Not yet registered? Explore the full programme and secure your place: https://lnkd.in/d5rYxxhj
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⚙️ “The first engine is sold by sales, but the second is sold by service.”
For WinGD Ltd., supporting shipowners doesn't end with engine delivery. As propulsion technologies evolve, building long-term relationships and providing reliable lifecycle support is becoming increasingly important.
💬 In an…
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⚙️ “The first engine is sold by sales, but the second is sold by service.”
For WinGD Ltd., supporting shipowners doesn't end with engine delivery. As propulsion technologies evolve, building long-term relationships and providing reliable lifecycle support is becoming increasingly important.
💬 In an interview with Ramprasad Ravi from Maritime Gateway, Carmelo Cartalemi, Head of Strategic Marketing at WinGD, discusses the growing role of Global Service alongside WinGD's expanding alternative-fuel engine portfolio, the importance of retrofit flexibility, developments in high-pressure LNG technology and opportunities in the Indian market.
How can engine retrofits help shipowners reduce fuel consumption, manage compliance costs and extend the profitable service life of their vessels?
Join our next WinGD Ltd. Xperts Webinar to explore how fuel conversions and efficiency upgrades can help operators improve the performance of vessels already in service while preparing for evolving emissions requirements.
🔍 Our WinGD Xperts will share insights into: 💠 Retrofit and efficiency upgrade solutions for diesel and dual-fuel engines 💠 Opportunities to extend vessel service life through improved efficiency and fuel flexibility 💠 Fuel conversion pathways for green ammonia, e-methanol and low-carbon LNG 💠 CAPEX, OPEX and payback comparisons for large container vessel retrofits
The session will explore the technical and commercial considerations behind engine retrofits, providing practical insights into how shipowners can balance investment costs, operational savings and long-term compliance.
📅 Thursday, 12 November 2026 ⏰ 07:30 GMT 💻 Live webinar
Discover how engine retrofits can support more efficient, flexible and cost-effective vessel operations.
How can engine retrofits help shipowners reduce fuel consumption, manage compliance costs and extend the profitable service life of their vessels?
Join our next WinGD Ltd. Xperts Webinar to explore how fuel conversions and efficiency upgrades can help operators improve the performance of vessels already in service while preparing for evolving emissions requirements.
🔍 Our WinGD Xperts will share insights into: 💠 Retrofit and efficiency upgrade solutions for diesel and dual-fuel engines 💠 Opportunities to extend vessel service life through improved efficiency and fuel flexibility 💠 Fuel conversion pathways for green ammonia, e-methanol and low-carbon LNG 💠 CAPEX, OPEX and payback comparisons for large container vessel retrofits
The session will explore the technical and commercial considerations behind engine retrofits, providing practical insights into how shipowners can balance investment costs, operational savings and long-term compliance.
📅 Thursday, 12 November 2026 ⏰ 07:30 GMT 💻 Live webinar
Discover how engine retrofits can support more efficient, flexible and cost-effective vessel operations.
“With Global Service by WinGD Ltd., we're not just meeting customer expectations — we're redefining them. Ship owners worldwide have come to rely on WinGD not just for high-performance engines, but for unwavering support exactly when and how they need it. This is…
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🌍🔧 Redefining Aftercare in Shipping
“With Global Service by WinGD Ltd., we're not just meeting customer expectations — we're redefining them. Ship owners worldwide have come to rely on WinGD not just for high-performance engines, but for unwavering support exactly when and how they need it. This is service on their terms and we're setting a new standard.” Benny Hilstroem, Vice President of Market Development, WinGD
Shipowners rely on WinGD for high-performance engines. Now, they can rely on us for unwavering support, exactly when and how it’s needed.
Global Service by WinGD delivers: 🔧 Full lifecycle support 📊 Technical & digital optimisation ⚡ Hybrid energy integration 👨🏫 Crew training
This is the new benchmark for aftercare in shipping.
In Xpert hands. Because trust is everything.
Ready to speak to the Xperts? Reach out to your local WinGD representative or visit: https://lnkd.in/eVzKXCwR
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🤝 WinGD expands engine production capacity in Korea with first HD Hyundai Marine Engine licence agreement
WinGD Ltd.has signed its first-ever licence agreement with HD Hyundai Marine Engine, expanding the availability of our dual-fuel and diesel engine technologies for bulk carriers, tankers and…
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🤝 WinGD expands engine production capacity in Korea with first HD Hyundai Marine Engine licence agreement
WinGD Ltd. has signed its first-ever licence agreement with HD Hyundai Marine Engine, expanding the availability of our dual-fuel and diesel engine technologies for bulk carriers, tankers and other vessel segments.
The agreement gives shipowners and shipyards greater access to WinGD's mid-bore engine portfolio, including the X52 and X62 series and the latest X-S short-stroke designs.
Under the agreement, WinGD and HD Hyundai Marine Engine will share knowledge and experience to further reduce costs and improve vessel design integration of WinGD's mid-bore engines, while safeguarding their high reliability and in-service performance.
🗣️ “This new agreement expands our ability to deliver main engines for high-volume vessel segments in Korea and enables HD Hyundai Marine Engine’s customers to select WinGD engine technology,” says Peter Kraehenbuehl, Vice President, Product Centre at WinGD.
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