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Westcon Group is a leading industrial partner within maritime, offshore and energy. We deliver technical solutions that improve fleet efficiency, reduce emissions and increase operational reliability. Energy transition is integrated in everything we do, from service development to long‑term value creation for customers and society.
Technology for next‑generation maritime operations
Westcon combines engineering expertise, shipyard capability and operational insight to deliver solutions within zero‑emission systems, hybrid propulsion, electrification and alternative fuels such as hydrogen and LNG. We have extensive experience with conversions, retrofits and newbuilds that meet current and future environmental standards.
Proven results
Westcon Yards is among the most modern shipyards in Norway and has delivered several benchmark projects for low‑ and zero‑emission vessels. The hydrogen ferry MF Hydra is one of the most recognised projects, providing valuable experience in hydrogen propulsion now applied to new generations of emission‑free vessels.
Responsible supply chains and high standards
We work systematically with energy‑efficient operations, ethics, safety and responsible supply chain management. The group follows international requirements for labour standards, human rights and environmental performance, and sets clear expectations throughout the value chain.
A strategic focus with real impact
Westcon aims to deliver solutions that
• reduce emissions and energy use
• enable customers to reach their climate targets
• build a safe, responsible and resilient industry
This strengthens Westcon Group’s position as a technology partner for the maritime and offshore energy transition.
Shore power at Westcon – lower emissions, reduced costs and a cleaner working environment
Shore power is one of Westcon’s key measures for reducing emissions and improving the local environment around our shipyards. When rigs and vessels connect to shore power during their stay, they significantly reduce the use of onboard generators. This lowers fuel consumption, cuts maintenance costs and reduces operating hours on critical equipment.
For the surrounding communities, shore power means less noise, lower particulate pollution and cleaner air. On a global scale, the solution contributes to substantial reductions in CO₂ and NOx emissions and supports the broader maritime shift toward low‑emission and energy‑efficient operations.
Westcon Power & Automation delivers advanced battery system installations for the marine and offshore sectors, including full retrofits and hybrid upgrades. Together with leading technology suppliers, we design and integrate battery solutions tailored to each vessel by analysing fuel consumption, operational profiles and relevant scenarios in detail.
Power flow between the battery system and the vessel is managed through an Active Front End and IGBT‑controlled DC/AC or DC/DC converters, ensuring safe, stable and efficient operation.
Typical applications
• Hybrid propulsion systems
• Backup and emergency power
• Peak shaving
• Fully electric propulsion systems
Key benefits
• Lower operating costs through reduced fuel consumption
• Fewer running generator sets
• Reduced maintenance costs
• Lower emissions of PM, CO, NOx and CO₂
• Faster dynamic response
• Increased redundancy and operational reliability
The Inspectio workflow delivers structured inspection projects and compliance through smart, data-driven checklists that adapt to equipment data. This ensures that every inspection follows the correct standards. No chaos, just clarity.
Westcon has since 2015 taken part in the development of the next generation of bottom seismic nodes. The Norwegian company InApril has run the development of the bottom seismic nodes where they have put a focus on data treatment and operational logistics. With these solutions bottom seismic tools are taken one step further and can yield large savings for seismic companies across the world.
Westcon owns approximately 18 percent of the company.
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The HighLift renewable energy technology is developed in Norway, originally initiated from Stirling based R&D initiatives in the mid 2000s. Olvondo Technology was established in 2016 as Olvondo Industries AS, LOS Gruppen AS and Taide AS acquired the assets and operation of former Single-Phase Power. The ownership has later been structured into LOS Gruppen and Westcon originated on the west coast of Norway.
With more than 50.000 operational hours from commercial services HighLift is unique as the world’s first industrial Very High Temperature Heat Pump, VHTHP, based on a reverse Stirling process. Olvondo Technology and its owners are actively pursuing opportunities within renewable energy as part of their strategies. They all share a common interest in becoming manufacturers of Green Shift technologies.