Innovation in Marine Technology will make a difference to the Planet

Making a difference to the planet through simple innovation.

At Proteum, our company and products are innovative in every sense of the word!

The wheel of the sea, The propeller!

Imagine having an engine with all the power and torque in the world, but if you can’t efficiently transfer that power into the water, it’s like using a handheld whisk instead of a high-performance tool. It’s akin to fitting skinny tyres on a tractor, a clear mismatch. That’s why efficient power transfer is crucial in marine operations.

Thanks to our innovative belt drive technology and lower unit design, the OXE diesel outboard stands out as the only engine that accommodates standard “off the shelf” propellers and can also handle up to a 17-inch diameter propeller. This unique feature translates to enhanced water grip, superior torque and power transfer efficiency, and increased bollard pull. These advantages are crucial for commercial operators, particularly those using landing craft, workboats, and crew transfer vessels (CTVs).

Proteum has worked closely with MMP to develop the perfect propeller to complement the increased torque of the OXE diesel outboard. The OXE outboard and MMP combination operate on over 30 diesel outboards daily throughout the UK.

Two New HDPE Bulldog Boats with Single OXE 150hp for Uist Asco

The two Bulldog Boats are 7 meter HDPE workboats fitted with single OXE Marine 150hp diesel outboards, supplied by Proteum.

This vessel is designed to carry around 16 tons of bagged seaweed in a single trip. The seaweed is cut and collected, then placed in floating bags with a one-ton capacity each. Up to 16 of these bags are safely secured to the vessel for transportation to the processing plant. The seaweed is sorted, dried, and processed at the plant for global distribution.

The adoption of OXE diesel outboards is due to the diesel outboards much higher torque output enabling more seaweed to be transported per journey, maximising the efficiency of the operation.

Due to their remote location self-sufficiency is critical to smooth operations consequently two engineers and the Projects Director for Uist’s Asco spent three days at Proteum’s facilities in Hamble during April, receiving training on the service and maintenance of the OXE outboards.

For information about OXE Diesel Outboards, contact [email protected]

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