Damen’s new engine gets EU stage V certification

July 18, 2024, by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak

Damen Shipyards Group’s new engine combined with a marine emission reduction system has been awarded EU stage V emission regulation certification.

The Damen D16 is a marine engine and aftertreatment system designed and developed inhouse by Damen Sustainable Solutions. It aims to reduce emissions and increase power efficiency.

The solution is based on the Volvo Penta D16 IMO II and features low-fuel consumption, SOX, NOX, CO2 and noise reduction all in one unit and a flexible layout that provides reliable power.

The engine can also operate on biomass-based hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), which offers even greater reductions in CO2 emissions, according to the shipbuilder.

“Rigorous and extensive testing of the engine in cooperation with the Damen marine emission reduction system was carried out by the team. The EU stage V certification award was a welcome reward and one we are very proud of at Damen,” André de Bie, Sales & Operations Manager Sustainable Solutions at Damen, said.

The EU stage V engine certification process was completed together with Volvo Penta dealer Haisma in Harlingen, the Netherlands. The certification is valid for the engine family Volvo Penta D16 MH and certified for a wide range of IWA and IWP categories. With this achievement, Damen can now offer its clients an emission reduction system that meets the requirements of the EU Stage V, ULEV and IMO Tier III regulations and is certified with HVO100, EN590, ISO8217 – DMA fuel.

The Damen D16 engine can be used on a variety of vessel types throughout the maritime industry including tugs, workboats, high-speed craft and inland barges and is available for newbuilds and retrofits. Running at optimal fuel efficiency, it is significantly contributing to reducing the vessel’s CO2 emissions and promoting the advance of environmentally conscious shipping.

Back in 2021, the company became the first shipyard to achieve official EU stage V certification for its in-house developed emission reduction system.