Electrifying ships comes with many challenges, especially in complex environments. There are strict demands on the safety and reliability of the electric systems. V&T’s motor controller has passed a series of tough tests and received official certification from China Classification Society (CCS). Some of its technical specs even go beyond national standards.
The ship“Zhongtian Dianyun 001”is nearly 50 meters long. It uses two V&T V6-H-4D250G motor controllers. This inland cargo ship runs on a dual-power system: lithium batteries and“super”
capacitors. The total battery capacity is 1,458 kWh. It can be fully charged in 2.5 hours using shore power. Once charged, it can travel up to 50 kilometers.If it completes about 150 trips per year, the total annual electricity use is around 450,000 kWh. This cuts fuel use by over 20 tons each year. These numbers show how electric ships can help reduce both cost and pollution. They also point to a cleaner path for inland shipping.
V&T is a top supplier of motor controllers for ships in China. It has provided proven products and solutions for many all-electric passenger and cargo ship projects. These efforts have earned strong praise from customers in the industry.
As early as 2017, V&T took part in a world-first project: the launch of the first 2,000-ton all-electric ship. It supplied the motor controller and full technical support for this vessel. This was a new step in using pure battery power for large inland ships. It helped cut energy use, reduce pollution, and lower noise levels. The success gave V&T valuable hands-on experience. It also built a strong base for its future work in electric shipping.
Today, around 90% of inland vessels still use diesel engines. These engines release sulfur oxides and carbon dioxide. Their emissions are second only to those from coal-fired plants and cars.
To better protect the environment and fight pollution, the Ministry of Transport has called for faster research on all-electric cargo ships. It wants these ships to connect to shore power and charge while docked. In response to this call, V&T has expanded into the all-electric ship market. It has formed a strong R&D team and is now actively developing marine motor controllers.
The future looks bright for electric ships. With core control technology in hand, V&T is ready to offer safe, clean, and efficient motor controllers and solutions. It hopes to bring real value to clients and society. At the same time, it wants to do its part in protecting China’s rivers and green lands — keeping the waters clear and the mountains green.