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Volvo Penta drives innovation and supports decarbonization at sea with the IPS Professional Platform
Volvo Penta drives innovation and supports decarbonization at sea with the IPS Professional Platform
• Provides flexibility for renewable fuels, hybrid, and electric power in leisure and commercial vessels
• Combines dual power propulsion and advanced features ranging from eco mode to Assisted Docking to Dynamic Positioning – all integrated through an intelligent Electronic Vessel Control system for an enhanced on-water experience
• Achieves up to 30% improvements in fuel efficiency and emissions through innovative technology
Volvo Penta introduces its new IPS Professional Platform, a state-of-the-art technology and propulsion platform for superyachts and commercial marine vessels. The Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform builds on the company’s established Inboard Performance System (IPS) and Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) technology with enhancements tailored for larger vessels. The company will showcase the new technology platform in a dedicated suite at The Wynn at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
The IPS Professional Platform represents the latest development in Volvo Penta’s fully integrated helm-to-propeller experience, designed to enhance comfort, performance and sustainability for professional vessels and super yachts. The flexible platform supports up to eight power sources in a vessel, and includes seamlessly integrated software, services and support, all integrated via the company’s proprietary EVC technology. Highlights of the new platform include:
● An advanced dual power drive system – Installed as a twin, triple or quad, the system supports four to eight power sources per vessel. The solution is designed for a mix of power sources – from combustion engines running on renewable fuels to fully electric or hybrid solutions, enabling high efficiency and providing the option to combine traditional internal combustion engines (ICE) with electric power sources – an innovative solution for efficiency in this class of vessel.
● Advanced technology features of the platform also include Volvo Penta Assisted Docking, Dynamic Positioning and a professional-level Glass Cockpit helm display available on certain models to simplify manual operation and provide semi-automated capabilities for operators of all skill levels. Beyond the bridge, this system also offers remote diagnostics and supports maintenance.
● Future-ready vessels – The platform architecture is designed to future-proof vessels through its versatile dual-power configuration. Vessels can be designed for a high level of efficiency with today’s ICE technology. Captains or technical engineers can then upgrade with hybrid and electric options in the future without the need to redesign or scrap a vessel.
● Versatile power sources – All Volvo Penta ICE engines can run on renewable diesel or bio-diesel today, enabling the path to sustainability to start immediately, even before fully electric power sources are ready for deployment.
● Optimizing eco efficiency – A new smart Eco Mode feature that automatically starts/stops individual engines based on the power needed for a given situation, helping to optimize fuel consumption and engine running hours. In addition to enhancing the efficiency of Volvo Penta IPS at lower speeds and reducing fuel consumption across most of the drive cycle, Eco Mode is visible through an interface at the helm. This makes it is easy for the captain or operator to monitor.
● Enhanced efficiency – The Volvo Penta IPS driveline and Eco Mode work together to optimize performance – a groundbreaking solution designed to improve efficiency.
● Commitment to sustainability – Volvo Penta has been committed to sustainability and decarbonization. The complete system is designed to deliver up to 30% improvements in fuel efficiency and reductions in emissions.
A new approach to power
Commercially available in 2025, the Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform was developed with ease of operation, versatility, and efficiency in mind. The platform includes an innovative new concept in marine propulsion design built on the established Volvo Penta IPS system and developed for use with dual power inputs. This new design offers flexibility for managing the power to the water in the most efficient way by enabling different combinations of power sources to be connected to one energy efficient drive. Depending on mission parameters, power combinations could include:
● Traditional ICE power sources, including renewable fuels such as HVO or Renewable Diesel
● A hybrid of ICE and electric power sources
● Fully electric power sources
Additionally, Volvo Penta’s dual power input design is supported by a smart Eco Mode feature designed to automatically manage and optimize the use of power based on real-time needs during operation. Eco Mode helps to optimize fuel consumption and engine running hours. Approximately 50% of the time, half of the power sources will be on standby. This solution offers the potential for enhanced operational efficiency and contributes to extended service and maintenance intervals.
Designed around you
The Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform is designed to deliver a seamless and intuitive experience, making operations easier, safer and more enjoyable for even the most seasoned professional. Advanced features like Volvo Penta Assisted Docking, Dynamic Positioning and Volvo Penta’s professional-level Glass Cockpit helm display, make manual operation easier. The system’s innovative design and dual power inputs unlock a range of possibilities for managing the power to the water efficiently, increasing confidence and trust for every level of operator. Beyond the bridge, advanced connectivity facilitates predictive maintenance, remote diagnostics, and remote monitoring, all contributing to enhanced support and improved uptime.
“Our aim has long been to drive innovation. We are absolutely focused on delivering sustainable solutions that enhance the experience for our customers. Building on the established Volvo Penta IPS system, this new Professional Platform is also designed to provide new options for energy efficiency and aid in efforts to achieve decarbonization at sea in marine industries,” said Johan Inden, president of Volvo Penta Marine. “We see this as a major step towards decarbonization in superyachts and commercial vessels between 25-55 meters.”
A history of innovation and trust
The complete Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform is designed, developed, verified and serviced by one company – aiming to ensure an optimized experience throughout the complete lifecycle of the vessel. Volvo Penta’s EVC is available across the full range of Volvo Penta-powered vessels, supporting a seamless on-water experience across a variety of marine applications. Backed by our worldwide authorized service network, Volvo Penta offers global parts availability and 24/7 customer support – ensuring reliable assistance for customers both on and off the water.
The IPS Professional Platform represents the latest development in Volvo Penta’s fully integrated helm-to-propeller experience, designed to enhance comfort, performance and sustainability for professional vessels and super yachts. The flexible platform supports up to eight power sources in a vessel, and includes seamlessly integrated software, services and support, all integrated via the company’s proprietary EVC technology. Highlights of the new platform include:
● An advanced dual power drive system – Installed as a twin, triple or quad, the system supports four to eight power sources per vessel. The solution is designed for a mix of power sources – from combustion engines running on renewable fuels to fully electric or hybrid solutions, enabling high efficiency and providing the option to combine traditional internal combustion engines (ICE) with electric power sources – an innovative solution for efficiency in this class of vessel.
● Advanced technology features of the platform also include Volvo Penta Assisted Docking, Dynamic Positioning and a professional-level Glass Cockpit helm display available on certain models to simplify manual operation and provide semi-automated capabilities for operators of all skill levels. Beyond the bridge, this system also offers remote diagnostics and supports maintenance.
● Future-ready vessels – The platform architecture is designed to future-proof vessels through its versatile dual-power configuration. Vessels can be designed for a high level of efficiency with today’s ICE technology. Captains or technical engineers can then upgrade with hybrid and electric options in the future without the need to redesign or scrap a vessel.
● Versatile power sources – All Volvo Penta ICE engines can run on renewable diesel or bio-diesel today, enabling the path to sustainability to start immediately, even before fully electric power sources are ready for deployment.
● Optimizing eco efficiency – A new smart Eco Mode feature that automatically starts/stops individual engines based on the power needed for a given situation, helping to optimize fuel consumption and engine running hours. In addition to enhancing the efficiency of Volvo Penta IPS at lower speeds and reducing fuel consumption across most of the drive cycle, Eco Mode is visible through an interface at the helm. This makes it is easy for the captain or operator to monitor.
● Enhanced efficiency – The Volvo Penta IPS driveline and Eco Mode work together to optimize performance – a groundbreaking solution designed to improve efficiency.
● Commitment to sustainability – Volvo Penta has been committed to sustainability and decarbonization. The complete system is designed to deliver up to 30% improvements in fuel efficiency and reductions in emissions.
A new approach to power
Commercially available in 2025, the Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform was developed with ease of operation, versatility, and efficiency in mind. The platform includes an innovative new concept in marine propulsion design built on the established Volvo Penta IPS system and developed for use with dual power inputs. This new design offers flexibility for managing the power to the water in the most efficient way by enabling different combinations of power sources to be connected to one energy efficient drive. Depending on mission parameters, power combinations could include:
● Traditional ICE power sources, including renewable fuels such as HVO or Renewable Diesel
● A hybrid of ICE and electric power sources
● Fully electric power sources
Additionally, Volvo Penta’s dual power input design is supported by a smart Eco Mode feature designed to automatically manage and optimize the use of power based on real-time needs during operation. Eco Mode helps to optimize fuel consumption and engine running hours. Approximately 50% of the time, half of the power sources will be on standby. This solution offers the potential for enhanced operational efficiency and contributes to extended service and maintenance intervals.
Designed around you
The Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform is designed to deliver a seamless and intuitive experience, making operations easier, safer and more enjoyable for even the most seasoned professional. Advanced features like Volvo Penta Assisted Docking, Dynamic Positioning and Volvo Penta’s professional-level Glass Cockpit helm display, make manual operation easier. The system’s innovative design and dual power inputs unlock a range of possibilities for managing the power to the water efficiently, increasing confidence and trust for every level of operator. Beyond the bridge, advanced connectivity facilitates predictive maintenance, remote diagnostics, and remote monitoring, all contributing to enhanced support and improved uptime.
“Our aim has long been to drive innovation. We are absolutely focused on delivering sustainable solutions that enhance the experience for our customers. Building on the established Volvo Penta IPS system, this new Professional Platform is also designed to provide new options for energy efficiency and aid in efforts to achieve decarbonization at sea in marine industries,” said Johan Inden, president of Volvo Penta Marine. “We see this as a major step towards decarbonization in superyachts and commercial vessels between 25-55 meters.”
A history of innovation and trust
The complete Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform is designed, developed, verified and serviced by one company – aiming to ensure an optimized experience throughout the complete lifecycle of the vessel. Volvo Penta’s EVC is available across the full range of Volvo Penta-powered vessels, supporting a seamless on-water experience across a variety of marine applications. Backed by our worldwide authorized service network, Volvo Penta offers global parts availability and 24/7 customer support – ensuring reliable assistance for customers both on and off the water.
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