Propulsion

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EQUIPMENT

Castrol has launched Rivermax 15W-40 CK-4/E9, a next-generation marine lubricant designed for heavy-duty marine diesel engines, including those powering tugs and ferries.

14th May 2025

Advanced protection for heavy-duty marine diesel engines

14th May 2025

VESSELS

VESSELS

Noatum Maritime, part of AD Ports Group’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster, has reinforced its commitment to sustainable maritime operations by adding its first all-electric hydrofoiling pilot boat and two fully electric tug boats to its fleet. 

22nd April 2025

Pioneering zero-emission harbour operations

22nd April 2025

VESSELS

VESSELS

Voith has launched two pioneering dual-fuel tug boats, a first for the company combining hybrid diesel propulsion with LNG.

18th March 2025

Voith’s dual-fuel approach to tugs and towage

18th March 2025

VESSELS

VESSELS

The latest fully-electric ElectRA Series tug built by SANMAR for SAAM Towage has successfully completed sea trials.

17th March 2025

Sea trials for third SAAM electric tugboat

17th March 2025

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

Yanmar has reinforced its commitment to the Middle East by launching Yanmar Arabia in Riyadh, bringing advanced engineering solutions, vessel propulsion and marine equipment expertise closer to regional manufacturers.

5th March 2025

Powering the Middle East’s marine engineering market

5th March 2025

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

Schottel is to supply propulsion components for 27 Waterways Commerce Cutters (WCCs) as part of the US Coast Guard’s modernisation programme.

27th November 2024

Schottel propels US Coast Guard’s waterways fleet forward

27th November 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

Candela has raised an additional $14M in funding which will help scale production of its P-12 electric ferry to meet growing global demand.

25th November 2024

Candela funding to scale up electric ferry production

25th November 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

Sanmar Shipyards has begun construction on four new electric tugs for Turkey’s state-owned BOTAŞ Petroleum Pipeline Corporation, marking a milestone in the electrification of tug fleets.

21st October 2024

Turkey leaps forward in tug electrification

21st October 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

Artemis Technologies has secured a major contract with the Swedish Maritime Administration (SMA) to build and supply a 100% electric pilot boat to play a key role in Sweden’s shift towards fossil-free…

16th October 2024

Artemis inks electric pilot boat first to Sweden

16th October 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

The German Ministry of Education’s new research vessel will feature Voith propulsion, marking another prestigious scientific project for the renowned German engineering company.

2nd October 2024

Voith power for German scientific research vessel

2nd October 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

Scania has successfully integrated remanufactured gearboxes into its production line in Sweden, marking a major step towards more sustainable propulsion systems.

1st October 2024

Scania remanufactures gearboxes in propulsion systems

1st October 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

Finnlines is set to launch a new UK freight service using hybrid ro-ro vessels, part of its strategy to expand its network and offer sustainable shipping options.

18th September 2024

Powering a greener and cleaner freight service

18th September 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

A Steerprop’s custom propulsion system will enhance environmental performance and manoeuvrability for the world’s largest cable-laying vessel, set for delivery in 2026.

15th July 2024

Steerprop manoeuvrability for milestone cable-laying vessel

15th July 2024

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

Kongsberg Maritime has introduced the UUC PM 355, a new underwater mountable azimuth thruster with a 3.7-metre propeller and 4.2-megawatt power output, enhancing vessel efficiency and responsiveness.

9th July 2024

New Kongsberg underwater thruster boosts vessel efficiency

9th July 2024

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

Corvus Energy has received Type Approval from DNV for its Blue Whale marine energy storage system.

25th June 2024

Corvus Blue Whale ESS gets type approval

25th June 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

Marine Jet Power (MJP) unveiled its newest addition to its waterjet portfolio, the X-HT at Seawork 2024.

12th June 2024

Jet propelling propulsion efficiency for workboats

12th June 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

Finning UK & Ireland will showcase its expertise in helping commercial vessels meet emissions regulations while keeping costs down at Seawork 2024.

10th June 2024

Finning tips for navigating emissions regulations

10th June 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

At Seawork this year, Scania will showcase its latest in marine battery electric and hybrid solutions from its Power Solutions powertrain division.

10th June 2024

Scania powers up for Seawork

10th June 2024

VESSELS

VESSELS

P&O Ferries has launched P&O Liberté, the second of a brand new class of vessels, on the key Dover-Calais route between the UK and France.

19th March 2024

P&O launches its second Dover-Calais hybrid ferry

19th March 2024

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

Schottel has been chosen to equip six new ASD tugs of the Turkish Med Marine Group with the SCHOTTEL RudderPropeller (SRP).

12th March 2024

Schottel power for newbuild ASD tugs

12th March 2024