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Volvo Penta partners with SVF Panama to expand marine services in Central America

Volvo Penta has steadily expanded its service and support network in recent years, partnering with companies that specialize in marine operations to provide dependable technical support for...

Volvo Penta joins marine industry in championing sustainable fuels at American Boating Congress demonstration

Volvo Penta will participate in a sustainable marine fuel demonstration at the American Boating Congress. The event will showcase renewable fuel solutions to marine leaders, policymakers and...

Volvo Penta wins Miami Innovation Award for integrated joystick technology

The award was presented at the 2023 Miami International Boat Show, and it celebrates Volvo Penta’s new Joystick Docking system. The technology is aimed at providing a premium, stress-free...

Southport Boats and Volvo Penta Unveil Advanced Efficient New Design for Southport 30 FE

Volvo Penta and Southport Boats of Maine have partnered to produce a sleek new version of the boat builder’s 30-foot center console model, with a focus on versatility to accommodate the...

Volvo Penta Boosts Watersport Experience with Series of Launches

Volvo Penta announced several new solutions aimed at maximizing and diversifying time on the water for day boaters and watersport enthusiasts. The lineup of innovations is headlined by the...

Volvo Penta expands Dynamic Positioning System

Volvo Penta will now offer its unique Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) across its twin V6 and V8 propulsion packages. With this expansion, DPS is now available in the company’s complete...

Innovative Introductions and Sustainable Solutions in Focus for Volvo Penta at MIBS 2023

Volvo Penta will have a significant presence across multiple areas of the world’s largest boating exhibition. The company will showcase its diverse portfolio of solutions for today, while...

Volvo Penta Showcases Transformation toward Sustainable Solutions for Commercial Marine Industry at WorkBoat Show 2022

This week at the International WorkBoat Show, Volvo Penta will display a portfolio of sustainable maritime solutions and participate in a panel discussion with industry leaders. Together...

Volvo Penta strengthens West Coast footprint through partnership with AIE

(CHESAPEAKE, VA) - Oct. 4, 2022 - Volvo Penta and Anderson Industrial Engines (AIE) have teamed up to give the manufacturer comprehensive sales and service representation across California,...

Volvo Penta Powers New Stewart & Stevenson Rail King RK460 Mobile Rail Car Mover

(CHESAPEAKE, Va.) – June 29, 2022 – Volvo Penta has been selected to power the new Rail King RK460 mobile railcar mover being introduced to the North American market this year by Stewart &...

Volvo Penta of the Americas Achieves National Certification as a Great Place to Work

(CHESAPEAKE, Va.) – May 10, 2022 – Volvo Penta of the Americas has won recognition as a Great Place to Work by a national institute that promotes and measures workplace excellence.

Volvo Penta Coastal Series Corrosion Protection Package Named One of the Top Boating Products of the Year

(CHESAPEAKE, Va.) – May 4, 2022 – Boating Industry magazine editors have named Volvo Penta’s Coastal Series corrosion protection package a top product of 2022.

Changes to Volvo Penta Executive Management Group

Volvo Penta welcomes Lennart Börjesson as a new member of its Executive Management Group. As of 1 September, Lennart Börjesson will take up the position of Senior Vice President Planning,...

Volvo Penta launches Assisted Docking retrofit upgrade

Volvo Penta is launching its Assisted Docking system as a retrofit upgrade for many yacht owners with Volvo Penta IPS (Inboard Performance System), from the year 2012 and onwards.

Changes to Volvo Penta Executive Management Group

Volvo Penta welcomes Fredrik Högberg as a new member of its Executive Management Group. As of 15 May, Fredrik Högberg will take up the position of President of Volvo Penta North America,...

Volvo Penta expertise and new genset engines, at Middle East Energy

With a growing global demand for power generation, Volvo Penta is continuously updating its engine range to deliver higher performance with reduced emissions. At this year’s Middle East...

Volvo Penta Announces New Expanded Corrosion Protection for Sterndrive and FWD Boats

(CHESAPEAKE, Va.) – Feb. 10, 2022 – Volvo Penta today announced its new Coastal Series corrosion protection package with a seven-year coverage plan, giving extra protection for Volvo Penta...

Talking Power: Volvo Penta’s in-depth genset engine webinar

In this three-part power generation webinar Volvo Penta experts discuss the total cost of ownership, reliability, and response. Here’s what you need to know.

Volvo Penta’s D13 genset engine gets a power upgrade

Volvo Penta strengthens its generation engine portfolio with the introduction of a new D13 power node, the TAD1346GE 500 kVA. Reliable compact and fuel-efficient this is a great addition to...

ABBEMA crushes it with Volvo Penta-equipped Metso LT330D

When Swedish crushing, construction, and contractor ABBEMA acquired its biggest-ever cone crusher to meet growing demand two years ago, equipping it with a Volvo Penta D16 diesel genset...