Marine Engines for Workboats
Baudouin marine engines are designed specifically for this operational reality. Built for continuous use, optimized for long-term durability and engineered for ease of maintenance, they provide the robust foundation needed to ensure your workboat remains productive, efficient and compliant.
Workboats are essential to the daily operation of ports, offshore installations, construction platforms and coastal infrastructure. These vessels endure continuous stress, frequent load changes and harsh environmental conditions. A propulsion failure can result in costly delays, safety risks or lost contracts. Therefore, selecting the right marine engine is critical.
Why Choose Baudouin for Your Workboat?
Workboats come in many forms: harbor tugs, dredgers, supply vessels, crew boats, anchor handling tugs, river pushers and offshore platforms. Their varied roles require propulsion systems that adapt to complex and evolving operational profiles.
Some vessels maintain low-load positioning mode for hours. Others demand high power for short towing cycles. Many face long intervals between maintenance due to remote deployments.
Baudouin propulsion systems respond to each of these needs. Whether your focus is load stability, uptime, or integration simplicity, we deliver marine-specific propulsion performance exactly where it matters most.
Power performance
Flexible integration
Load stability
Eco compliance
Built for Uptime and Operational Continuity
Every hour of downtime impacts operations. To prevent this, Baudouin engines are designed to ensure maximum operational continuity. We achieve this through simplified mechanical architecture, direct servicing access and extended mean time between overhauls.
Additionally, with over 300 certified service partners worldwide, operators benefit from fast spare part delivery and expert technical assistance. Whether your vessel operates in coastal waters or deep offshore zones, Baudouin ensures responsive support.
Workboat Engine Range Overview
Baudouin offers an extensive range of marine propulsion engines to suit various operational needs for workboat operations.
Baudouin propulsion systems support the full spectrum of workboat applications, from inland river service boats to large offshore support vessels. Power ratings span from 130 to over 2,200 kilowatts. The range includes compact 6-cylinder in-line engines like the 6W105M, as well as high-output V12 and V16 configurations such as the 12M33.2 and 16M33.3. Displacements vary from 6.7 to 52.3 liters, ensuring powerful torque and load response across all vessel categories.
Each engine is designed for true marine duty, with corrosion-resistant components, long service intervals and flexible integration options for gearboxes, controls and cooling systems. This breadth ensures Baudouin delivers reliable performance for every class of workboat.
Emissions Compliance and Seamless Integration
Baudouin engines comply with all major global emission standards including IMO Tier II and Tier III. Our compact SCR systems integrate seamlessly into engine room configurations. Thanks to a modular and rotatable design, they support 360-degree mounting, facilitating newbuilds and retrofits alike.
Beyond compliance, the SCR design enhances thermal efficiency and reduces onboard noise levels, supporting both technical and operational goals.
Marine-Specific Engineering as Standard
Workboats experience variable operational loads. From dynamic positioning to emergency towing, propulsion systems must deliver precise and immediate response. Baudouin engines provide high torque at low RPM, ensuring effective control in all conditions.
Baudouin engines are built for marine applications from the ground up. All models feature corrosion-resistant alloys, reinforced engine blocks and marine-specific thermal and filtration systems. Critical components are positioned for rapid access, which minimizes downtime during inspections and maintenance.
Customers can choose between mechanically or electronically controlled models, aligning engine architecture with crew skills, vessel type and mission demands.
Expert Support from Design to Delivery
For over 100 years, Baudouin has been a trusted name in marine propulsion. Our engines are deployed in every segment of the global workboat industry—from inland pushers to ocean-class support ships.
To explore our technical documentation, access engine specifications, or speak with a marine expert, contact us today.
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DCZ | dredging vessel | NETHERLANDS
JANA MARINE | OFFSHORE| SAUDI ARABIA
ALCATRAZ City FERRY | PASSENGER| USA
PASSENGER VESSELS
Baudouin marine engines are ideal for passenger applications such as ferries or cruise ships. These applications require a balance of power and efficiency to transport large numbers of passengers.Additionnaly, Baudouin provides low emissions engines which deliver quiet operation, and high maneuverability. As well as safety systems and backup power to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.
TUGBOATS
Tug boat applications require high torque and maneuverability to tow and push large vessels. Thanks to its robustness, efficient fuel consumption and easy maintenance. Baudouin engines are ideal to ensure maximum uptime and profitability for operators.
MILITARY & COASTGUARD
Baudouin marine range is built to withstand extreme environments and high performance demands. In fact, the engines deliver increased horsepower, speed, and maneuverability as well as enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced noise to support various military applications.
CASE STUDIES
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