Accelleron (ABB Turbocharging) - Experts & Thought Leaders

Somas Instrument AB, a pioneering manufacturer of control and on-/off valves, has appointed Accelleron a global technology pioneer in turbocharging, fuel injection, and digital solutions in marine and energy industries, as the authorised global service provider for its marine customers. SCR and EGR systems Under this new partnership agreement, Accelleron’s service engineers will be trained to service Somas valves on marine installations, primarily in exhaust after-treatment systems such as selective catalytic reduction (SCR) and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) that filter out air pollutants. Somas customers will have access to 24/7 support through Accelleron’s extensive network of more than 100 locations worldwide. Butterfly valves The partnership with Accelleron will provide Somas marine customers with access to service, offering peace of mind Somas has been a pioneering manufacturer of butterfly valves for flow control for almost 80 years. In 2017, they delivered the first industrial valve for marine engines. The partnership with Accelleron will provide Somas marine customers with access to service, offering peace of mind that the valves will continue to meet today’s stringent fuel efficiency and environmental requirements. At the same time, Accelleron will be able to expand its well-established service competence to include additional components of the engine’s exhaust system and offer this extended service to its own large marine customer base. Sustainability Accelleron has recently expanded its offering to technologies beyond turbocharging to provide broader support to marine pioneers in accelerating their sustainability journeys. This partnership agreement to service Somas valves will augment those efforts, which also include a growing portfolio of digital insights and the acquisition of high-precision fuel injection specialist OMT last year. Customer support management Somas will train Accelleron service engineers to qualify them at the same level as Somas engineers According to the agreement, Accelleron’s worldwide service organisation will be responsible for managing customer support requests for Somas products. To that end, Somas will train Accelleron service engineers to qualify them at the same level as Somas engineers to service the valves. Accelleron will also be authorised and trained to sell and promote spare parts and services. High-quality aftercare Somas CEO Peter Hägg said, “Our agreement with Accelleron will ensure that our marine industrial customers have access to high-quality aftercare that supports the enduring performance of Somas valves." "With Accelleron’s global network and several decades of service experience, we are confident that the service needs of our marine customers are in good hands.” Voyage efficiency, reliability, and uptime President of Accelleron’s Service Division, Roland Schwarz, said, “Somas valves play an important role in keeping marine engines operating at peak efficiency and compliant with environmental regulations, as do our Accelleron turbochargers. This is a time when global voyage efficiency, reliability, and uptime are all equally paramount for shipping companies, ship managers, and charterers." "We are excited about being able to provide valve and turbocharging service from one source, to minimise maintenance time and increase operational availability. We look forward to building on the technical competency of our service engineers and expanding our scope to deliver even greater value as a trusted service partner.”

HD Hyundai Marine Solution, a global pioneering company in the eco-friendly ship retrofitting business, has recently successfully completed an Engine Part Load Optimisation (EPLO) project for a Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC). The vessel, MV Morning Concert, is the first of up to eight car carriers from Wallenius Wilhelmsen to undergo EPLO retrofits based on the agreement signed with HD Hyundai Marine Solution and pioneering turbocharger company Accelleron in October 2023. Optimisation of engine parameters This is achieved by reducing the size of the turbocharger’s turbine and compressor EPLO significantly improves the efficiency of marine engines in their most commonly used power range by optimising the configuration of turbochargers. This is achieved by reducing the size of the turbocharger’s turbine and compressor, combined with derating the main engine. This requires optimisation of other engine parameters, such as injection timing for optimal combustion, which allows a significant increase in main engine efficiency over the power range of 20%-85%.  The retrofit work was completed on March 28, 2024, with fuel efficiency gains confirmed during a sea trial on April 7, showing around 3-4% reduction in specific fuel oil consumption compared to pre-retrofit performance. Additionally, shifting the auxiliary blower's switching point to lower engine power significantly reduces the operation time of the blowers and further enhances the overall vessel efficiency. Greenhouse gas reduction regulations To comply with the IMO EEXI and CII and EU ETS and other greenhouse gas reduction regulations To comply with the IMO Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) and Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) as well as the EU ETS and other greenhouse gas reduction regulations, many shipping companies are reducing engine output levels to 60-70% of the original design power.  This trend, combined with challenges of adopting expensive biofuels or dual-fuel conversions, is increasing demand for optimisation solutions like EPLO that can significantly enhance efficiency during slow-speed operations. EPLO retrofit service contract HD Hyundai Marine Solution launched the EPLO service with Accelleron in 2021, successfully demonstrating improvements in fuel efficiency on the first vessel. In March 2024, an additional EPLO retrofit service contract was signed for four car carriers with Greece-based Neptune Lines Shipping and Managing Enterprises. Based on this success and increasing customer inquiries, HD Hyundai Marine Solution and Accelleron have announced the signing of their strategic collaboration agreement for the joint development of EPLO service during Posidonia 2024, Greece's largest maritime exhibition, on June 5th, 2024. The agreement includes strategic cooperation in sales, marketing, engineering, procurement and installation. With this move, both companies aim to expand their EPLO business to effectively meet rapidly growing industry demands.

Accelleron has renewed its service agreement with the world’s biggest engine builder - HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Engine & Machinery Division (HHI-EMD) and its lifecycle service company - HD Hyundai Marine Solution (HMS). The agreement, continuing a collaboration that started in 2024, will ensure that owners of engines built by HHI-EMD and vessels or power plants serviced by HMS can benefit from Accelleron’s turbocharger service expertise, spare parts, lifecycle upgrades, and efficiency solutions. Engine and design efficiency As part of the cooperation, Accelleron will assure delivery of spare parts and expert service for all its turbochargers installed on HIMSEN four-stroke engines and two-stroke engines built under licence by HHI-EMD. Vessels serviced by HMS will also have access to eco-friendly upgrades including Engine Part-Load Optimisation (EPLO), which can significantly improve engine efficiency and emissions on vessels operating at lower engine loads to comply with design efficiency and carbon intensity requirements. One-stop service company The two companies are also engaged in digital cooperation, sharing data to support customers By providing a long-term maintenance offering, Accelleron supports HMS in its role as a one-stop service company providing customers with a lifetime service covering engines and turbochargers. The two companies are also engaged in digital cooperation, sharing data that enables both Accelleron and HD Hyundai to support customers in increasing engine efficiency and reducing operational costs and emissions. Lifecycle services HHI-EMD has a 35% share of the marine diesel and multi-fuel engine market. More than 15,000 HiMSEN four-stroke engines installed on vessels to date. The company also has a commanding share of the two-stroke engine market, building engines under licence from engine designers for installation on ships primarily built at HD Hyundai shipyards. HMS offers lifecycle services to all vessels built by HD Hyundai, which is the world’s largest shipbuilder. Sustainable ship solutions HD HMS AM Sales Managing Director, Jang-ho Kim, said, "HD HMS is confident that its partnership with Accelleron will play a critical role in achieving the maritime industry's decarbonisation goals." Jang-ho Kim adds, "This collaboration will enable us to equip our customers with even more efficient and sustainable ship solutions." Decarbonisation Accelleron Service Division President, Roland Schwarz, said, “The long-lasting cooperation between HD Hyundai and Accelleron is built on trust and close collaboration, developed throughout the years to the benefit of our joint customers." Roland Schwarz adds, "The renewal of this agreement is a strong commitment to jointly develop our service offerings further, supporting the decarbonisation of the maritime industry by combining engine and turbocharger competence.”