Perkins to showcase expanded marine propulsion and auxiliary engine range at Seawork 2026

Taking place from June 9-11 June at Mayflower Park, Southampton, the event will see both teams on stand E035, supporting operators with engine solutions and application expertise.

Perkins will highlight the continued expansion of its marine propulsion offer, including the new Perkins® M245C on display. This forms part of a new product range debuting at Seawork, which will include the M175C and M200C models. Built on proven platforms and marinised for demanding commercial use, the engines are suited to both new build and repower applications.

Alongside its propulsion range, Perkins will also present its auxiliary engine platforms, including the Perkins® E44, and the 415GM providing flexible power options for applications such as tugs, inland waterways, fishing vessels and ferries. These compact and configurable engines have been engineered for uptime and ease of maintenance and feature extended service intervals.

All Perkins marine engines are supplied and supported through its global distributor network, including DiPerk Power Solutions in the UK and Ireland. This provides customers with access to engines as well as technical expertise and aftermarket support throughout their lifecycle.

For many commercial vessel operators, selecting a new engine increasingly forms part of a broader decision around how best to optimise existing assets.

Daniel Rolfe, head of DiPerk Power Solutions, said: “Across the commercial marine sector, we’re seeing more operators holding onto vessels for longer, which means they’re having to take a more strategic view of engine lifecycle decisions, whether that’s repair, rebuild or repower.

“In some cases, depending on engine condition and other factors, a planned rebuild may be a cost-effective option and extend the life of an asset, while in others, a full repower offers the best long-term outcome in terms of performance, efficiency and compliance. Our role is to support customers in making the right decision for their vessel and operations.

“At DiPerk, rebuilds account for around 20 percent of our activity, with a significant proportion delivered in the field. With typical turnaround times of 7 to 14 days, we’re able to help customers minimise downtime, while also supporting repower projects where a new engine is the preferred solution.”

Engineered with this lifecycle approach in mind, Perkins’ propulsion and auxiliary engines offer the flexibility required for both repower and retrofit projects, as well as new installations, ensuring operators can adopt a solution that aligns with their operational and financial priorities.

Daniel Bhagwanani, global sales manager, Perkins marine, said: “The Perkins marine propulsion and auxiliary engine range is built to deliver dependable performance in the toughest operating environments.

“By working closely with our distributor network, including DiPerk in the UK and Ireland, we’re able to support customers not only with a suitable engine for their application, but with the expertise and service needed to keep it operating reliably over the long term.”

Visitors to Seawork 2026 can meet with both Perkins and DiPerk teams on stand E035 to discuss their requirements and learn more about the full range of marine engine solutions and lifecycle support available.