Posted on February 11, 2026
Technology group Wärtsilä and Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to address the challenges and provide solutions for the marine industries transition to sustainable operations. The partnership is designed to foster innovation and sustainability within the maritime industry. The MoU is effective for an initial five-year term, with options for amendment or extensions upon agreement by both parties.
“This collaboration would leverage Wärtsilä’s experience and expertise to deliver meaningful value to the marine industry. The partnership aims to yield significant environmental benefits, including improved training outcomes, enhanced operational efficiency, and progress towards decarbonisation goals across the UAE maritime sector,” stated Dr.Yasser Al Wahedi, President of Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy.
The project establishes a formal framework for collaborating on decarbonisation targets, digitalisation goals, smart port solutions and maritime training in order to support the industry’s transition to sustainable operations. The Maritime Sustainability Research Centre Abu Dhabi (MSRCAD) will play an advisory and supporting role. As part of the collaborative activities, Wärtsilä will work closely with MSRCAD to provide advisory services and engage in joint projects, potentially expanding into government-to-government collaborations across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
“This project reinforces Wärtsilä Marine’s commitment to driving decarbonisation and sustainability. By providing expert advisory services, engaging early in customer projects, and collaborating with government partners, we help shape the future of shipping. Our focus is on delivering energy-efficient solutions and promoting early involvement to accelerate sustainable practices across the maritime sector,” says John Sydney, Vice President of Sales, Wärtsilä Marine.
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Image caption: Wärtsilä and Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA) have signed an MoU to advance sustainable and innovative practices in the maritime industry © ADMA
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Wärtsilä Marine in brief:
Wärtsilä Marine is a global pioneer in power, propulsion and lifecycle solutions for the marine market. We develop industry-leading technologies, advancing maritime’s transition to new fuels. We support building an end-to-end digital ecosystem where all vessels and ports are connected. Ultimately, Wärtsilä Marine is driving the shipping industry forward on its journey towards a decarbonised and sustainable future through our broad portfolio of engines, propulsion systems, hybrid technology, exhaust treatment, shaft line solutions and digital technologies, as well as integrated powertrain systems. Our offering, which is underpinned by our performance-based agreements, upgrades, lifecycle solutions, decarbonisation services, as well as an unrivalled global network of maritime expertise, delivers the efficiency, reliability, safety, and environmental performance needed to support a safe and sustainable future for our customers, our communities and our planet.
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Wärtsilä in brief
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 17,900 professionals in 199 locations in 78 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. In 2025, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 6.9 billion. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
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