Marine

HARPOONERS stands for High voltAge, modulaR and low weight electric POwertrains fOr NExt generation waterborne tRanSport. It is a European research project, developing a new generation of high-voltage battery electric storage systems for maritime and inland waterway vessels.

Bjarne Foldager, Head of Two-Stroke Business at MAN Energy Solutions, said: “The use of ammonia is a significant milestone on the path towards decarbonisation, especially in the maritime industry. We have worked closely with Mitsui E&S on this pioneering project.”

“Caterpillar Marine is pleased that the DNV review was successful, as it marks an important product development milestone for us,” stated Caterpillar Marine Vice President and General Manager Brad Johnson. “Methanol will play an important role in the maritime industry’s energy transition efforts, an...

FPT Industrial is strengthening its presence in the UK and Ireland with the appointment of four new distributors: Marline Marine Engineering, Breakwater Marine, Engines Plus and Mitchell Diesel. The companies will also be responsible for the provision of services and sales of spare parts.

In the year that will see the celebrations for the 50th anniversary of IVECO, FPT Industrial announces the entry of its ePowertrain range into the marine sector. FPT is currently with AS Labruna at Nauticsud (Naples, 8-16 February) to present the eBS 37 EVO for marine applications.

MAN Energy Solutions has reported that its ME-LGIA (-Liquid Gas Injection Ammonia) engine, currently undergoing testing at its Research Centre Copenhagen (RCC) facility, has run at 100% engine load for the first time.

Yanmar has announced the 12AYEM, a new member of its heavy-duty marine engine family. It is a 40-liter V12 engine

“We are extremely proud that our mtu propulsion package has helped to develop this new and extraordinary type of vessel,” said Denise Kurtulus, Senior Vice President Global Marine at Rolls-Royce Power Systems.

The 6-cylinder H54DF engine, which has demonstrated excellent performance and quality, is a dual-fuel engine capable of running on both natural gas and diesel.

Deere & Company announced the unveiling of new engines – the JD14 and JD18 marine engines. With the addition of these engines, John Deere will be able to offer marine customers heavier duty cycles and a more comprehensive power range, from 298 up to 599 kW (400 up to 803 hp).