Electric Propulsion uses the common DC-bus of the WE Drive® technology, thereby enabling new methods to distribute power in energy efficient and economical ways. Large electrical consumers such as thruster or large compressors can have their dedicated Inverter Units (INU) connected directly to the common DC-bus. The WE Drive® DC-bus in this solution is fed from Shaft Generators or Auxiliary Generators. Power can be distributed to a ship’s electrical network, to thrusters, and to propulsion machinery. Electric Propulsion also enables efficient power distribution and controlled short circuit currents, which allows lighter switchboards in marine installations.