Marine-Certified Soft Starters & Motor Protection Solutions

Marine

Solcon-IGEL Group has been a global leader in the development of marine-certified motor control and protection solutions since 1995. With a reputation for proven reliability in harsh marine environments, Solcon-IGEL supplies advanced soft starters and protection systems trusted by the world’s leading marine equipment manufacturers.

Our clients include major global names such as ABB, Siemens, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Toshiba, Rolls-Royce, Wärtsilä, Terasaki, and more. Today, with an estimated 80% market share in the marine soft starter segment, Solcon-IGEL continues to set the benchmark for performance and safety at sea.

Whether installed on offshore platforms, cargo vessels, naval ships, or deep-sea equipment, our wide range of soft starters—spanning from 4 kW up to 50 MW—ensures optimal performance even on weak generator networks. These solutions are engineered to withstand voltage and frequency fluctuations, providing smooth motor starts and reliable protection across critical marine operations.
Marine 2025

Special Functions

  • Reduced inrush current & mechanical shock
  • Smooth, step-less acceleration & deceleration
  • Unique Soft Starting and stopping characteristics
  • Heavy duty, fully rated design
  • Sophisticated motor protection
  • Easy installation and operation
  • Savings on very Expensive Step-down Transformers & Switchgear.

Typical Applications

  • Water & ballast pumps
  • Refrigeration chillers & compressors
  • Hydraulic pumps & power packs
  • Thrusters
  • Main Propulsion motors
  • Azimuth Pods

Case Studies

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Soft Starters for Thrusters in Marine
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Medium Voltage Soft Starters for Icebreaker Thruster Systems
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Soft Starter for The Largest Cruise Ship
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    Solcon-IGEL is a developer and manufacturer of soft starters, heat control systems, and motor control and protection solutions for heavy industry.
Our power electronic technologies are engineered for reliable operation across a wide range of industrial motor applications worldwide.