Power & Propulsion

Production has begun for a new 300hp modular diesel outboard that aims to reduce operating costs and minimise environmental impact.

Production has begun for a new 300hp diesel outboard engine which has successfully achieved EPA Tier 3 approval for commercial and recreational applications.

A hydrogen fuel cell system for maritime applications has been developed as part of efforts to offer environmentally friendly powertrain solutions.

Workboat operators “are now beginning to act on zero-emission technologies for their renewal programmes”, Jas Singh of Auriga Energy told MJ.

One of the most illustrious names in marine propulsion has breathed its last with BRP’s announcement today that it will discontinue production of Evinrude E-TEC and E-TEC G2 outboard engines.

Seven companies have partnered to establish new ocean shipping infrastructure services through various initiatives to develop, realise, and commercialise zero-emission electric vessels.

Northern Offshore Services’ vessel - The ‘M/V Traveller’ – underwent a major refit and repower and was relaunched during Coronavirus lockdown.

A new concept for electric motors reduces the weight and volume of the motor as well as increasing its efficiency and this will have application in the maritime world writes Dag Pike.

An aerospace company is contributing to emissions reduction efforts in US waterways with its clean energy power and propulsion technology.

An Asia-headquartered high speed vessel designer has struck an equipment deal for its new fast crew boats.

Extending the capacity of batteries is seen as the key to increasing the range and so promoting the viability of electric boats writes Dag Pike.

A German company has developed a new concept of electric motor suitable for marine use that offers more flexibility in the way that it can operate to make electric propulsion safer writes…

The workboat sector should carefully consider the operational profile of a vessel before investing in hybrid and electric solutions to lower emissions, warns a naval architectural consultancy business.

Cox Powertrain’s soon to be launched 300hp diesel outboard is being put through its paces at the company’s UK production facility.

An EU-funded project is supporting the construction of a hydrogen fuel cell-powered push boat in a French city.

The polar expedition cruise industry’s desire for zero emission passenger tender RIBs has driven the development of what is set to be the first electric outboard motor with usable horsepower.

Batteries will play a key role in enabling shipowners to cut operational emissions and adhere to new regulations, an electronics company has stressed.

Schottel propulsion units will be fitted to what is believed to be the first German seagoing government agency vessel with low-emission LNG propulsion.

FPT Industrial, an Italian company best known to ‘MJ’ readers for its marine diesel engines has acquired 100% of Potenza Technology, a UK company specialized in the design and development of electric…