en.Wedoany.com Reported - Kongsberg Maritime is refocusing on smart energy management systems to help vessel operators more effectively control fuel usage, system performance, and daily operational risks.

The company's smart energy management system optimizes vessel energy performance through real-time analysis, predictive simulation, and proactive maintenance tools, adapting to changes in operating conditions, vessel configuration, and weather. Kongsberg states that energy management is no longer just about monitoring consumption; its approach connects mechanical and electrical energy systems with operational priorities, providing clearer reference information for crew members when rapid decisions are needed.

Kongsberg notes that for shipowners, vessels are mobile assets where variables such as propulsion, hotel load, batteries, cranes, thrusters, and weather all point in different directions. The core issue is selecting which energy solution can support operations without increasing risk. An integrated system can connect automation, propulsion, and energy systems into a single architecture, supporting energy-optimized operations and regulatory compliance. According to its system integration materials, the synergy of smart energy management and real-time data exchange can achieve potential fuel efficiency improvements of up to 10%.

The company's K Power EMS product can be configured for traditional marine power plants, diesel-electric vessels, and complex high-voltage offshore vessel systems.

The application potential of this system is particularly prominent in high-power vessels, including offshore construction vessels, subsea vessels, and hybrid assets. In a 2025 offshore construction vessel contract, Kongsberg's energy management system will integrate energy flows from a 250-ton hybrid electric crane, gangway, and ROV system, while balancing battery usage with variable-speed engines. When multiple large energy-consuming devices operate simultaneously, operators need more than just a dashboard—they need an integrated system that helps them decide the next operational step.

Kongsberg also combines smart energy management with broader fleet decarbonization efforts, involving hybrid power systems, digital solutions, and fuel flexibility. For shipowners, better energy management helps support safer operations, reduce fuel consumption, and provide clearer planning foundations for dealing with increasingly complex vessel systems.