Research and Development Last Modified 29.10.2008

Research and Development

Research and Development

Research and Development in Italy is responsible for developing the following products:

Wärtsilä 64   Wärtsilä 38    Wärtsilä 26 

R&D has four main activities:

1.    Design and Development (D&D)

D&D participates to R&D Projects and supports ED as regards the Design and Development of  mechanical components and systems in the following areas:

  • Cylinder Head and Valve Trains
  • Power Systems
  • Fuel Injection Systems
  • Turbocharging Systems
  • Ancillary Systems.

Specific Calculation and Simulation Team and Design Team support the above mentioned activities.

2.    Testing and Validation (T&V):

T&V performs component / system testing and validation for the following engine types:

  • Wärtsilä 64, Wärtsilä 46F, Wärtsilä 38, Wärtsilä 26.

3.    Engine Management and Automation system design (EMA):

EMA performs automation system development for the following engine types:

  • Wärtsilä 64, Wärtsilä 46, Wärtsilä 50DF, Wärtsilä 46F, Wärtsilä 38, Wärtsilä 26.

4.    Strategic Sourcing (SC):

SC is responsible for the following activities:

  • Supplier relations and development
  • Product development in co-operation with Technical Experts
  • Participation in Supply agreements negotiation and local application and maintenance
  • Securing local application of Supply Management strategies
  • Material Cost controlling
  • Laboratory related parts procurement
  • Supplier assessment.