These systems will be presented in various propulsion system arrangements
GE Aerospace’s Marine Engines & Systems will showcase its various marine gas turbine engines at the Surface Navy Association’s 36th National Symposium, which takes place in Crystal City (Virginia, US) between 8 and 10 January.
GE will present its LM2500 family of marine gas turbine engines in various propulsion system arrangements, including hybrid electric drive (HED) and integrated full electric propulsion (IFEP) in line with this year’s symposium theme, “The Fight, The Force, The Future.” The GE’s proven propulsion solutions are fit to provide the power required for the Navy’s next-generation ships.
“We are deeply committed to continuing GE Aerospace’s history of ingenuity and innate curiosity to meet the evolving needs of global naval fleets,” said Mark Musheno, Vice President of sales and marketing for Marine Engines and systems at GE Aerospace.
The Marine Engines & Systems team will be joined at the show by the marine team at GE Power, which will soon become part of a public company positioned to lead the energy transition called GE Vernova.
GE systems will be showcased at Booth 220A. GE Aerospace aero-derivative marine propulsion systems are in use in the US Navy and 38 other navies around the world.
This year, GE will officially be separated into three industry-leading, global public companies focused on the critical growth sectors of aviation, healthcare, and energy. GE Aerospace, will include the marine gas turbine engines portfolio.
“We will continue to invest and be laser-focused on the LM2500 product, continuing the legacy of innovation and unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and trust,” added Musheno.
GE Aerospace’s marine propulsion solutions have demonstrated naval experience with unmatched reliability in various ways, such as flexibility to upgrade for more power, with six gas turbines ranging from 4.5 to 52.7MW, a design that allows for in-situ maintenance, maximising the availability and time on station, a lightweight composite enclosure which significantly benefits the sailors with its lighter walls, improved acoustics, decreased wall temperature, and easier access. In addition, the company has nine licensed maintenance, repair, and overhaul facilities worldwide to ensure operability and support at home or abroad.
