Bay Area Diesel completes repower of M/V Launch Runner

Laborde Products, working through dealer Bay Area Diesel, has completed a repower of the M/V Launch Runner, a quad-screw crew boat owned by G&S Marine. The project replaced four Scania DI13 Tier 2 engines with four Scania DI13 Tier 3 engines, each rated at 650 horsepower at 2,100 rpm.

The vessel operates with a total installed power of more than 2,600 horsepower across four engines. According to the operator, familiarity with the Scania platform and prior experience with the engines influenced the decision to retain the same engine model while upgrading to the Tier 3 configuration.

“For us, the decision was simple,” said Garry McCrae, owner of G&S Marine. “Scania engines had already been in service on the Launch Runner, and Bay Area Diesel had supported the vessel. The Tier 3 DI13s meet our operating needs, and support is available when required.”

The repower required coordination to minimize time out of service. While the Tier 3 DI13 engines fit within the vessel’s existing quad-screw arrangement, the project also included updates to cooling systems, exhaust components and engine controls. The installation schedule was planned around the vessel’s operating commitments.

“A quad-screw repower requires careful planning,” said Joey Steckler, owner of Bay Area Diesel. “The work was completed within limited yard time so the vessel could return to service.”

Laborde Products said the project was carried out through its dealer network, which includes Bay Area Diesel. The company provides technical resources, training and parts support to dealers involved in installation and service work.

“Our focus is on ensuring dealers have the resources they need to support operators,” said Jacob Yoder, dealer development representative at Laborde Products.

The M/V Launch Runner has returned to service following completion of the repower.

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