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Silent and seamless

Yacht propulsion systems

Exceptional, without exception. Quiet, seamless cruising. Enhanced maneuverability, intuitive control, and even more space on board. Choose an innovative Volvo Penta yacht propulsion solution and elevate your time at sea.

Silence

Time at sea is precious. From quiet cruising to a silent night’s sleep, low noise and vibrations from our yacht propulsion solutions help keep your trips tranquil.

Comfort

The compact design of our yacht engines enables more flexibility in the layout and design of your boat. Enjoy more leisure and deck space, cabins or storage.

Maneuverability

Intergrate your propulsion and navigation systems with our groundbreaking Volvo Penta IPS, for smooth intuitive steering and unrivalled maneuvering.
A lady with sunglasses gazes out over the bow of a boat at the open sea and distant shoreline under a clear sky.
A boat speeds through the harbor, creating a frothy wake, with nearby buildings and a bustling shoreline.
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I am always curious to see what’s around the next corner, what’s in the next bay. The ocean absorbs your mind. It makes you live in the present.
— Jason Squire, yacht owner
Engine solutions
The starting point for building your system
Explore our yacht propulsion systems and work with our experts to find a custom solution that fits seamlessly in your vessel.

The perfect fit

We’ll work closely with you to understand your specific needs and match them to one of our yacht propulsion solutions. So you can cruise with peace of mind – knowing you’re powered by a reliable, streamlined, and space-effective system.
Open up more space for you and your guests to enjoy. We’ve designed our Volvo Penta yacht solutions to free up entirely new spaces on your craft. From extending your deck, to new leisure areas and additional storage for more toys and activities, enjoy even more freedom on board.
Forget loud, disturbing propulsion sound. The reduced noise of our innovative systems means you enjoy silent cruising, tranquil leisure time and a soothing night’s sleep. Enjoy the ocean without distractions.
You’re in total control and it couldn’t be easier. Our seamless and intuitive systems including Assisted Docking, Joystick Driving and our Glass Cockpit driver interface, add more enjoyment to your yachting experience. For first-time owners and seasoned pros alike.

Be your best on the ocean. Our timeless designs, high-quality materials, and high performance combine to create yacht propulsion solutions that provide great opportunities at sea.

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Elevate your experience with IPS

Smart design, open space

Opening up more space on board is one of the most important requests from our customers. Our Volvo Penta IPS system allows you to make the most of precious space on board, without bulky equipment, noise or vibrations getting in the way. The compact design of our Volvo Penta IPS can even create enough space to add an extendable swim platform, meaning your guests enjoy the openness of a private beach club, at sea. 
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Widen your horizon

Upgrade your yacht and your experience

Experience something new by upgrading what you have. With Volvo Penta's solutions, you set the bar. Technological upgrades for smoother cruising or a full-on repowering? You're the captain.
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Services

Our Volvo Penta Genuine Parts are tailor-made to be the perfect match for your Volvo Penta engine. They aim to enhance performance and productivity with high-quality materials, design, and technology. When you choose Volvo Penta Genuine Parts, you also benefit from our extensive warranty coverage, with expert care and support available 24/7, all year round.
Explore Volvo Penta Genuine Parts
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Safety and support

Always on hand

Peace of mind matters. Our systems include an exclusive, around-the-clock support program at no extra cost, to help you make the most of your time at sea.

Volvo Penta Yacht Series Support is available for all leisure yachts powered by Volvo Penta IPS 500-650 in triple or quadruple installations, or IPS 700–1200 in twin, triple or quadruple installations.
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