Power & Propulsion

Fischer Panda has launched its latest variable speed diesel generator aimed at the smaller commercial craft and survey vessels.

Cape Town-based Veecraft Marine believes it will be the first vessel construction and maritime engineering solutions company in South Africa to introduce hybrid-propulsion technology in locally-built commercial craft.

According to Finland- based propulsion specialist, The Switch, permanent magnet (PM) drive train technology for electric propulsion brings a powerful solution to the big diesel dilemma, which combines tougher environmental considerations with…

ABB, the Swiss power and automation technology group, has introduced a new addition, Azipod D, to its line of Azipod electric propulsion offerings. This new product will allow a wider range of…

The Switch, a Finland-based supplier of megawatt-class permanent magnet (PM) generator and full-power converter packages for wind power and other renewable energy applications, has received another order to deliver two PM shaft…

Suzuki will once again be showcasing its commercial range of four stroke outboard motors at this year’s Seawork International.

Reducing emissions from diesel engines has been on the engine development agenda for many years now. The initiative, with its various levels, or ‘tiers’ was started by in the US by their…

ABB, the power and automation technology group, has announced that the company has won an order to deliver complete electric power plant, electrical propulsion systems and an energy management solution for Estonia-based…

Two new jack-up barges ordered by the National Petroleum Construction Company (NPCC), based in the United Arab Emirates, will feature fully integrated Wärtsilä power generation and electrical and automation (E&A) solutions.

Rolls-Royce is expanding its global reach having secured new propulsion contracts in Turkey, Qatar and China.

Volvo Penta’s IPS drive system recently celebrated its first decade in production. As well as having a significant impact on the leisure motorcruiser market, this innovative drive system with its pulling propeller…

The German company Neander Shark, which has spent the last three years developing a diesel outboard, has now announced that it will start production and sales in January 2016.

Over the years there have been many debates when comparing the benefits and drawbacks of various marine propulsion systems with numerous alternatives developed and launched.

BRP (Bombardier Recreational Products) has partnered with Piranha Ribs, based in Hampshire, UK to debut the new E-TEC G2 Evinrude outboard engine product line-up. According to BRP the new G2 boasts increased…

An investment of £1.1m will allow Teignbridge Propellers to manufacture and supply propellers up to 3.6m in diameter, opening up new markets for the British company.

Bukh’s VGT series of engines have received US Environmental Protection Agency approval.

US-based Mercury Marine, one of the worlds major outboard motor manufacturers, has introduced a range of more powerful outboard motors that have been specifically developed to meet the requirements of commercial operators.

John Deere Power Systems has introduced new propulsion ratings to its EPA Marine Tier 3 engine offerings. The new PowerTechTM 4045TFM85 propulsion ratings expand the John Deere Marine Tier 3 lineup with…