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  • Maritime Hydrogen Fuel Cell System GH320FC

    Yanmar Power Technology Secures Approval in Principle for Maritime Hydrogen Fuel Cell System from DNV

    Yanmar Power Technology has received an Approval in Principle from classification society DNV for its GH320FC Maritime Hydrogen Fuel Cell System. Designed as a next-gen marine power source, it features an innovative design for easy installation on various vessels, supports parallel unit connections, and offers flexible hydrogen module configurations to meet diverse power needs.

  • Yanmar Hydrogen Engine Production Plan Approved Under Zero-Emission Ships Project

    Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, has received approval for its “New Production Plan for Hydrogen-Fueled Engines and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems” under Japan’s Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s “Promotion of the construction of zero-emission ships etc.” The proposal was approved on January 9, 2025.

  • The E-Saildrive SDe series has received two prestigious DAME Design Awards

    Yanmar Marine International Wins Two Dame Design Awards for E-Saildrive Series, Setting a New Standard in Emission-Free Sailing Technology

    YANMAR Marine International is delighted to announce that its groundbreaking E-Saildrive SDe series has received two prestigious DAME Design Awards in the Propulsion & Dynamics and Environmental categories. The awards, presented during the METSTRADE Show in Amsterdam, honor the E-Saildrive as an exceptional example of innovation in design, functionality, and sustainability in marine propulsion.

  • The Test Bench for the Pilot-Ignition Hydrogen 4-stroke High-speed Engine (6-cylinders)

    Successful Operation at Rated Output in the Trial of a Hydrogen 4-Stroke High-Speed Engine for Coastal Vessels

    Yanmar Power Technology, a group company of Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd., has successfully completed a land-based demonstration test of a pilot-ignition hydrogen 4-stroke high-speed engine for power generation in coastal vessels, achieving operation at a rated output of approximately 500kW. This trial was conducted as part of the Nippon Foundation’s zero emission ship demonstration experiment.

  • Yanmar's E-Saildrive range utilizes a ‘plug and play’ platform for easy installation and connection.

    Yanmar Reveals Details of its First Electric Propulsion Product

    Yanmar Marine International (YMI) has launched the E-Saildrive, its first electric propulsion product designed to provide an easy transition to emission-free sailing. The E-Saildrive is available in three models – the SDe7, the SDe10 and the SDe15, delivering up to 15kW of power for sailboats under 40ft.

  • From left: Masuhiro Banba, President of the Japan Sailing Federation, and Tsutomu Murayama, Head of the Sports Business Office at Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. (As of the press conference on May 21)

    Yanmar Signs First Official Partnership Agreement with Japan Sailing Federation

    Yanmar Holdings has signed an official partnership agreement with the Japan Sailing Federation, a public interest incorporated foundation. This partnership supports JSAF’s comprehensive activities, including major sailing championships for junior and youth generations and marine environmental conservation efforts, to encourage the growth and challenges of the next generation of sailors.

  • The Geologen is a groundbreaking research vessel that features a drive train comprising of two 670kW Yanmar 6AYEM-GTWS marine diesel engines and a combined 200kW of electric motors.

    Geologen – Pioneering the Way with Hybrid Technology

    A groundbreaking research vessel, the e-Work 2390 Survey from Finnish boatbuilder, Kewatec Aluboat, features a drive train comprising of two 670kW Yanmar 6AYEM-GTWS marine diesel engines and a combined 200kW of electric motors. The Geologen was commissioned by the Geological Survey of Norway (NGU) to study the seabeds and fjords around Norway.

  • NEDO Selects Methane Slip Reduction Project for Next Generation Ship Development

    Hitachi Zosen Corporation, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. and Yanmar Power Technology have proposed Development of Methane Slip Reduction Technology with Hitachi Zosen as the managing company in the Development of Next Generation Vessels Project publicly solicited by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization under the Green Innovation Fund. The proposal was adopted.

  • Williams Jet Tenders

    The Marine Technology Experience Proven by Progress –Williams Jet Tenders–

    The remarkable story of Williams Jet Tenders (Williams) began when two young brothers turned a passion for the water into a thriving tender business with quality engineering and craftsmanship at its core. The UK’s most prolific boat builder, outputting around 1,000 units a year, Williams relies on the superior torque of Yanmar's marine diesel engines for its ‘Dieseljet’ range of tenders.

  • Travelopia

    Travelopia

    For many adventure-seekers travelling to their dream destinations, a power yacht or catamaran is typically how the journey of a lifetime begins. Three marine brands – Leopard, The Moorings and Sunsail – are working to provide unforgettable travel experiences for those in search of original and dramatic sailing adventures, and at the heart of every adventure is a clean Yanmar diesel engine.

  • Dual-fuel commercial marine engine 6EY26DF

    Yanmar Delivers Dual-Fuel Tugboat Propulsion Engines

    Yanmar has delivered two 6EY26DF dual-fuel commercial marine engines with the ability to use both heavy fuel oil (HFO) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) as fuel for tugboat. Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) will take delivery of the vessels once construction is completed in February 2019 with the tugboat expected to commence operation in April 2019.

  • The test boat for the hydrogen fuel cell system

    Yanmar Trials New Energy Source in Japan

    In Japan, YANMAR Co., Ltd. has participated in a test of a hydrogen fuel cell-powered boat, under the auspices of the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT). The aim of the research project is to draft guidelines for safety of hydrogen fuel cell-powered boats.