Electric-based main propulsion provides great freedom in ship design, allowing vessels to be designed much more efficiently without the limitations of traditional equipment placement caused by mechanical constraints. Electric propulsion allows greater flexibility in ship design, reducing mechanical constraints and increasing efficiency.

DC Electric Propulsion combines all the energy efficient features of Hybrid Propulsion Machines with a DC-linked power distribution system throughout the ship. When the DC-linked power system distributes electrical power to all consumers, energy efficiency increases by up to 35%.

Variable speed shaft generator with power take-in/power take-off (PTI/PTO) capability allows the main engines and auxiliary generator sets to operate at their most efficient point.