Latest OXE vessel launched

Posted on October 25, 2023October 25, 2023 by nickyyeoman

The UK’s latest OXE power vessel has been launched and commissioned

This vessel offers transportation services to Orford Ness located in Suffolk. Currently, people must take a ferry from Orford Quay to reach the Ness. However, the ferry can be challenging for those with mobility issues due to the steep and slippery steps. The newly built landing craft will enable step-free access to the Ness, making it possible for wheelchair users, families with buggies, and others who cannot use steps to visit.

The landing craft is designed to transport a vehicle and a trailer weighing up to 4 tons or 12 passengers per crossing. It will be coded to MCA category 3 and features a pair of OXE 150Hp diesel outboards and internal fuel tanks. The wheelhouse can accommodate a helm and two crew members, and a bow thruster is installed to assist in the strong current that can flow on the Alde-Ore Estuary.

Alamarin-Jet UK distribution agreement

Posted on October 25, 2023October 25, 2023 by nickyyeoman

Proteum has renewed sole UK distributorship with Alamarin-Jet

Neil Taylor, Proteum’s General Manager, expressed his pleasure, stating that Proteum is delighted to continue their excellent relationship with Alamarin-Jet. Both companies are aligned in supplying high-quality and reliable products to several of the UK’s leading boat and ship manufacturers, which are essential assets in the marine sector.

Proteum is looking forward to further growth as Alamarin-Jet now manufactures the Omega Series of water jets. These water jets are capable of high-speed efficiency (55+ knots) while maintaining extremely high bollard pull and cavitation margins, making them ideal for the UK’s increasing SOV (Service Operations Vessel’s) market supporting Offshore Renewables.

Stephan Ostrom, Alamarin-Jet’s Regional Sales Manager, also commented on the renewed sole distributor agreement, expressing his pleasure. He believes Proteum to be the ideal partner for their products in the UK and Ireland due to their professionalism and extensive engineering capabilities, ensuring service and support for the Alamarin range of water jets.

Double naming ceremony at NorthStar

Posted on October 25, 2023October 25, 2023 by nickyyeoman

NorthStar names two of its vessels.

Alison Kay is powered by twin OXE 300hp diesel outboards supplied by Proteum. The workboat is named after a Newcastle woman who founded The People’s Kitchen in 1985 and changed the lives of thousands.

North Star has been supporting the Dogger Bank Wind Farm with long-term charters for the past 10 years, delivering green energy to homes in the UK.

When reliability matters

Posted on October 25, 2023October 25, 2023 by nickyyeoman

Konrad Stern Drives

The “Curly Phillips”, a 56-passenger touring craft, fitted with 2 x Konrad 680B stern drives, has been in operation for three years now and has accumulated 2510 hours of trouble-free service.

With the largest and strongest gears in the industry, the 680B stern drive can carry capacities up to 8.4 metric tons per drive.

For more information on the range of Konrad stern drives available through Proteum, you can contact Simon Barnett – [email protected]