Sector: Inboard engines
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Inboard engines
Strategies and collaborations for sustained, long-term growth
New technologies, strategies and collaborations are positioning the inboard engine segment for sustained, long-term growth
2026 Miami Innovation Awards entry deadline is Tuesday, January 6
Supra Boats, Volvo Penta collaborate to redefine towboat performance
NZ firm aims to spark power segment
Catana’s YOT launches first inboard power catamaran
Mack Boring partners with Mercury
Yamaha Motor makes numerous management changes
Vision Marine Technologies to launch 180hp electric inboard
Volvo Group reports profitable Q2 despite headwinds
FPT Industrial names new Finnish distributor
Caterpillar Marine testing methane dual fuel engines
Inboard enginesAmping up electric inboard propulsion
Inboard electric propulsion systems are returning better power-to-weight ratio as OEMs harness advances from all sectors of ‘e-mobility’. Meanwhile, fuel cell and hybrid technology is helping to eliminate range anxiety
Inboard enginesFord’s new electric ‘crate’ engine
Designed for the retrofit automotive sector, Ford’s new crated Eluminator 281hp electric motor could easily be adapted for marine applications
Inboard enginesInboard engine controls: Centre stage for the human interface
From integrated vessel control platforms to joystick expansion and keyless ignition, suppliers are advancing ease of use, connectivity and installation efficiency across modern marine drivetrains
Inboard enginesMarine hydrogen engine success
Based in Germany, Everllence has been developing a single-cylinder marine engine to run on 100% hydrogen, and has announced encouraging results:
ElectrificationSustainable motor free of rare earth metals
Based in Newcastle, UK, Advanced Electric Machines has recognised the supply chain issues of rare earth metals and developed a fully recyclable motor
Inboard enginesPerkins’ new 175hp-245hp diesels
Meeting all the latest emissions standards and with an eye to the future, the new range of marine diesels from UK-based Perkins pack plenty of options
Inboard enginese-Methanol tender scheme to roll out supply
A scheme to connect e-methanol users with bulk producers across the EU is seen as a pathway to securing long term supplies for the marine industry
Inboard enginesWinGD to introduce first enthanol two-stroke engine
After a decade of research, the Swiss company WinGD will be offering an ethanol-fuelled marine engine after the successful adoption of a methanol version
Inboard enginesEcomar’s modular Kairos 350hp e-motor
Designed for long periods of use, the new M460kW electric motor from Kairos is claimed to be easy to fit with a high payback value in terms of saved fuel
ElectrificationSpace-saving inboards, outdrives and pods
Greatly assisted by advances in the automotive and aeronautical sectors, marine electric inboards continue to benefit from more compact motors and better management systems
Inboard enginesInboard engines: Mid range - The best is yet to come
New investments in achieving greater efficiency and sustainability – bolstered by a strengthening focus on service – are driving growth among inboard and sterndrive builders serving the core of the leisure boat market
Inboard engines News
News2026 Miami Innovation Awards entry deadline is Tuesday, January 6
Innovations across 21 categories to be honoured at 2026 Miami International Boat Show
NewsSupra Boats, Volvo Penta collaborate to redefine towboat performance
The integration of Volvo Penta’s Forward Drive technology into Supra’s SE model delivers sterndrive-like handling and exceptional wake capabilities
NewsMack Boring partners with Mercury
US marine engine distributor announces new collaboration with Mercury Marine as authorised Mercury Engine Power Center
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