[By: Volvo Penta]<\/p>\n
Initially developed for the marine commercial sector, this new\u00a0Volvo Penta IPS<\/a>\u00a0electric range includes five drivelines, aimed to deliver enhanced efficiency, precision and flexibility while reinforcing Volvo Penta\u2019s commitment to productivity, safety, and\u00a0sustainability<\/a>.<\/p>\n A New Chapter in Electric Marine Propulsion<\/strong> In this new, fully electric marine propulsion offer, the electric motor is directly coupled to the Volvo Penta IPS driveline and available in twin, triple, or quadruple configurations. This opens possibilities for a broader range of vessels to harness the core benefits of the Volvo Penta IPS system \u2013 such as Electronic Vessel Control (EVC), forward-facing propulsion, and outstanding maneuverability.<\/p>\n \u201cWe have built up strong expertise based on 20 years of efficient operation with more than 40,000 Volvo Penta IPS drivelines in operation, as well as recent successful market pilots in marine electrification,\u201d says Anna M\u00fcller, President of Volvo Penta. \u201cOur aim with this new range is to deliver a plug and play electric propulsion solution, keeping the uniqueness of our core competence, but also designed to scale together with 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0party integrators.\u201d<\/p>\n A Leap in Efficiency<\/strong> Further efficiency gains can be realized by the system\u2019s responsive acceleration, tight turning radius, superior grip, and precision control. For operators, the result is more silent and smooth journeys with minimal environmental impact.<\/p>\n The all-new electric (E) propulsion range<\/strong> The complete electric range will include full \u2018helm-to-propeller\u2019 functionality, maintaining the maneuverability and control that define the Volvo Penta IPS experience. This includes Volvo Penta\u2019s Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) system, with premium features like Joystick Driving, Dynamic Positioning System, Autopilot, and Assisted Docking.<\/p>\n Operators will benefit from a fully integrated Human-Machine Interface (HMI) that enables seamless drive mode selection and system monitoring via the Energy Management System (EMS). Available modes include Pure Electric, Hybrid Electric, and Hybrid Fuel, enabling ease of operation and a seamless experience at the helm.<\/p>\n The Power of Plenty<\/strong> These onboard gensets can deliver power on demand of the electric driveline as well as enable redundancy, balance running hours and prolong service intervals. If one generator is offline for maintenance, others seamlessly take over, enhancing reliability. This \u2018power of plenty\u2019 approach boosts productivity and maximizes uptime.<\/p>\n A Scalable Ecosystem<\/strong> Volvo Penta also has proven capabilities in-house. Through its subsidiary, ZEM, there is the ability to provide a complete hybrid or fully electric configuration, including electric propulsion, potential marine generator sets, the ESS, and EMS.<\/p>\n \u201cWe believe our new electric marine propulsion range will be a winning combination \u2013 uniting the efficiency of Volvo Penta IPS and qualified integrators\u2019 expertise. We look forward to groundbreaking collaboration to bring this game-changing marine technology to life,\u201d concludes Anna M\u00fcller.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \t
\nThe Volvo Penta IPS Electric (E) range is a powerful complement to\u00a0the hybrid electric (H) solutions<\/a>\u00a0introduced earlier in 2024. Together, they offer customers a broad selection of ‘fit-for-purpose’ solutions tailored to diverse operational needs and duty cycles.<\/p>\n
\nAmong the most notable benefits of the Volvo Penta IPS solution is its forward-facing efficiency, which pulls the vessel through water, rather than pushing it. When paired with electric motors, this delivers a high-performance, zero-emissions solution for a wide range of operational profiles.<\/p>\n
\nStarting in Q4 2025, Volvo Penta will roll out the IPS900E (up to 515 kW), followed by models like the IPS650E (up to 374 kW). The aim is to electrify all five drivelines in the Volvo Penta IPS range, targeting power outputs from 220 kW to 1.1 MW per driveline \u2013 scaling up to 4.5 MW for quad installations.<\/p>\n
\nVolvo Penta offers a full range of\u00a0marine generator sets<\/a>, both fixed and\u00a0variable speed<\/a>, serving as the primary energy source or battery-extending support.<\/p>\n
\nVolvo Penta aims to deliver scalable, standardized solutions for integration with a range of qualified 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0parties. The company will work with qualified partners to deliver a fully integrated electric solution combining the power of Volvo Penta IPS electric propulsion packages with the Energy Storage System (ESS), potential marine gensets, DC grid infrastructure and the Energy Management System (EMS).<\/p>\n![\"Image](\"https:\/\/ci3.googleusercontent.com\/meips\/ADKq_Nby749UlQ4lr1LXVAOQzvLgdNU6JOFuqFXLr5QNmFWU86WRO1gZu8yIkClIgN4XHwMOe8qM9RxqE98zAxh4awTqPllnk2dmTeLZbieWuS2HYrGhtjGpqJ4A0r5WoiQTPLAAzRb3K9CT=s0-d-e1-ft#https:\/\/clients.se10.com\/Volvo-Penta\/Press-Release\/2025\/Marine\/May\/28\/thumb-02.jpg\")
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