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Econowind's Wind-assisted Propulsion for Vertom's Vessels
Dutch shipping firm Vertom has signed an agreement with Econowind, which provides wind-assisted propulsion solutions for seagoing ships…
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ISS Issues RFP to Construct North America’s First Zero-emissions Towboats
Houston-based Industrial Service Solutions (ISS) announced Thursday it is seeking bids from U.S. shipyards to build up to…
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Future Fuels: The Pros and Cons of Methanol
To say there is uncertainty regarding 'future fuels' in the maritime sector is a big understatement. With numerous options evolving…
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Franzke Named President of Scania USA
Jorg Franzke has been appointed president of engine manufacturer Scania U.S.A., Inc., effective May 16, 2022. He succeeds Håkan Sterner…
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Hybrid-electric Tour Boat Enters Service in Svalbard
High-latitude tourism company Hurtigruten Svalbard has launched a first-of-its kind hybrid-electric excursion vessel in Longyearbyen…
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Steeprop to Ferry Owners: Focus on TCO Instead of kW-power to Optimize Costs
Companies planning a new ferry build should focus on the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) instead of kW-power, in order to optimize costs…
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Tackling Shipping Emissions: e1 Marine's Methanol to Hydrogen Generator Gets LR AiP
e1 Marine M-series methanol to hydrogen generator has received Approval in Principle (AiP) for marine applications from class…
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Hydrogen-powered Ferry Prepares to Launch in San Francisco Bay
The San Francisco Bay will soon have a new fossil fuel-free ferry floating in its waters, propelled completely by hydrogen fuel cells…
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eMachine: Scania’s New Hybrid Marine Power Solution
This is a transcendent time in the marine industry as stakeholders explore new technologies to drive efficiency gains and reduce emissions.
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ABB to Equip RoPax Trio for Polskie Promy
ABB announced it has secured an order from Polish shipbuilder Remontowa Shiprepair Yard S.A. to supply integrated power,…

Latest propulsion news
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Tech File: Hillhouse Industrial Shaftmaster 6000
In business since 1984 and weathering the various economic and market ups and downs over the last 40 years, Hillhouse Industrial Marine Inc.
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Corvus Energy to Open US Battery Factory
Corvus Energy, supplier of battery energy storage systems (BESS) for marine applications, announced plans to open a new factory…
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e1 Marine Names David Lim VP of Application Engineering
e1 Marine said it has appointed David Lim to the newly created role of vice president of application engineering. Based in Asia…
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Cox Marine Inks Expansion Deal with UAE Partner Gulf Yachts
Diesel outboard engine manufacturer Cox Marine announced an expanded contract with UAE partner Gulf Yachts to cover additional…
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Brittany Ferries Inks Bunkering Deal with Titan LNG
Brittany Ferries and Titan LNG have signed a long-term agreement for the supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquified…
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Governor Control Systems, Motor Services Hugo Stamp Unify Under MSHS Brand
Motor Services Hugo Stamp and Governor Control Systems are rebranding as one entity named MSHS. The unification marks the…
Diesel Engines
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Fairbanks Morse Wins Contract to Supply Main Engines for LPD 31
U.S.-based Fairbanks Morse said it has been awarded a purchase order by Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) to build and…
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Making the Case for Diesel Outboards
Now more than ever, professional operators are opting to run outboard engines on a various small military craft, patrol boats…
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Cox’s Diesel Outboard Enters Production
UK-based engine manufacturer Cox Powertrain said its purpose-designed 300hp CXO300 diesel outboard engine has entered production…
Thrusters and Pods
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Schottel Touts Noise Signature of Transverse Thruster
The Schottel TransverseThruster with elastically mounted well installation reduces sound emissions by up to 11 dB, according to the manufacturer…
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Tech File: Propelling into a Cleaner, Leaner Future
An upgrade by Kongsberg Maritime of the waterjets on a catamaran ferry operated by the family-run firm of AG EMS brings a…
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SCHOTTEL Acquires Majority Stake in elkon
German propulsion company SCHOTTEL said it has acquired a majority stake in Turkish marine electrical system integration…
Transmissions & Gears
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Stena RoRo's Ro-Pax Vessel Trio to Sport Broad Range of Wärtsilä Solutions
Finland-based marine technology and equipment specialist Wärtsilä will provide a broad scope of its solutions for three new…
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STADT AS, SH-Defence in Collab to 'Future-proof' Marine Propulsion Solutions
STADT AS and SH-Defence have signed a cooperation agreement and integrated their technologies to increase the modularisation…
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Kongsberg to Equip Two New Ferries in Tasmania
Kongsberg Maritime (KM) announced it has been awarded a contract with Finnish shipyard Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC) to…
Shafts/Couplings/Bearings
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Chris-Marine Launches Shaft Power Limitation Solution for EEXI Compliance
Chris-Marine announced the launch of its ShaPoLi solution aiming to help customers comply with the EEXI regulations and monitor…
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Thordon Bearings Unveils New Water-lubricated Shaft Seal
Thordon Bearings has debuted a new propeller shaft seal for the commercial shipping industry featuring a unique Safe Return…
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Canadian Icebreaker's Thordon Bearings Stand the Test of Time
A Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) icebreaker is helping to keep shipping moving on the Great Lakes throughout the winter with…
Propellers
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Kongsberg's Propulsion and Control System for Scandlines' Zero-emission Ferry
Norway's Kongsberg Maritime said Friday it would supply a complete propulsion and control system package for a forthcoming…
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Wärtsilä to Supply Methanol-fueled Engines for Van Oord's Offshore Wind Installation Vessel
Five Wärtsilä 32 engines capable of operating with methanol will power a new Offshore Wind Installation Vessel (WIV) being…
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Hundested Propeller Names New CEO
Hundested Propeller A/S announced it has appointed Henrik Hamann Juel as CEO with immediate effect.Hamann Juel brings a wealth…
Hybrid Drives
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Artemis' Electric Foiling Workboat Prototype Takes to the Sea
Artemis Technologies released the first pictures of its 100% electric, high-speed foiling workboat prototype on Belfast Lough.
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Seabulk Spartan Sports Propulsion Package from Berg
The high-powered tug Spartan joined the Seabulk fleet, featuring a fully integrated hybrid propulsion plant from Berg Propulsion.
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ABS Publishes Guidance on Hybrid Electric Power Systems
Classification society ABS has published new technical guidance on hybrid electric power systems (HEPS) for vessels.Available…
Outboard Engines
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Mercury Marine Partners with High Schools for Technician Training
Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation, has provided its Mercury University curriculum along with 90hp FourStroke…
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Mercury Marine Unveils Electric Outboard Concept
Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), has announced its Avator electric outboard concept as the…
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Neander Names Whiting as New Marketing Director
German outboard manufacturer Neander announced it has welcomed Richard Whiting on board to join the team as marketing director.