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Marine Azimuth Thrusters
& Propulsion Solutions

Engineering high-thrust 360° steerable Z-Drive & L-Drive systems (150 – 3,500 kW) for ASD tugboats, commercial ferries, and offshore vessels.

Whether you need an azimuth thruster engineered for 45–65+ tonne bollard pull or integrated azimuth thrusters for multi-drive vessels, MPSI delivers precision Klingelnberg bevel gearing, full IACS classification survey, and dedicated technical service in Batam & Southeast Asia.

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Azimuth Thrusters & Marine Propulsion Systems

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Azimuth Thrusters

Azimuth Thrusters

360-degree steerable propulsion delivering maximum maneuverability and high bollard pull for tugs, ferries, and workboats.

Bow & Tunnel Thrusters

Bow & Tunnel Thrusters

High-thrust auxiliary maneuvering systems designed for precise harbor docking, station keeping, and dynamic positioning.

Contra-Rotating Propulsion

Contra-Rotating Propulsion

Dual-propeller counter-rotating systems providing up to 15% improved hydrodynamic efficiency and superior thrust recovery.

Fixed Pitch Propellers

Fixed Pitch Propellers

Custom-designed marine propellers manufactured in high-grade nickel-aluminum bronze (Cu3) for commercial and utility vessels.

Deck-Mounted Thrusters

Deck-Mounted Thrusters

Self-contained propulsion units installed directly on deck for barges, dredgers, engineering pontoons, and shallow draft vessels.

Rudder Propellers

Rudder Propellers

Integrated propulsion and steering solution replacing conventional rudder-shaft arrangements with enhanced steering response.

Specialized Thruster Systems

Specialized Thruster Systems

Customized maneuvering thrusters including active rudders, retractable thrusters, and specialized DP systems.

Active Rudder Thrusters (ART)

Active Rudder Thrusters (ART)

Active rudder thruster (ART) is an active propulsion device integrating propeller function and rudder function. Its underwater part can provide efficient rudder thrust through active ± 42 degree rotation.

Actual Vessel Applications & Sea Trials

From precision CNC machining and factory acceptance testing (FAT) to shipyard well mounting and live high-seas trials — every MPSI azimuth propulsion package is field-proven before commercial hand-off.

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Equipment & Factory QA
FAT Test Bed & Bevel Meshing
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Shipyard Integration
Laser Axis Well Alignment
03
Sea Trials & Commissioning
Full Bollard Pull & 360° Vectoring
Azimuth Thruster (Z-Drive Unit)

Azimuth Thruster (Z-Drive Unit)

Heavy-duty Z-drive azimuth thruster featuring high-torque bevel gears and factory QA testing.

Shipyard Well Integration & Alignment

Shipyard Well Integration & Alignment

Shipyard well integration, hull alignment, and hydraulic connection in shipyard.

Harbour Tug Sea Trials & Commissioning

Harbour Tug executing live maneuvering, crash stop, and bollard pull verification.

Built on Real Manufacturing Capability

MPSI is backed directly by specialized propulsion and power transmission manufacturing infrastructure in Wuxi. We operate not as a commercial trading intermediary, but as a dedicated engineering partner with precision CNC gear machining, heavy assembly bays, and full-power IACS-witnessed testing.

60 – 5,000 HP
Power Rating Spectrum
Wuxi, Jiangsu
Dedicated Production Base
100% FAT Tested
Pre-delivery Test Bed
IACS Class Ready
BKI, CCS, BV, ABS, LR, NK
CNC Precision Machining

CNC Machining & Gear Fabrication

High-precision CNC milling, spiral bevel gear hobbing, and heat treatment ensuring high-torque mechanical durability.

Propulsion Assembly Bay

Heavy Propulsion Assembly Bays

Heavy overhead crane assembly bays with multi-axis mechanical integration and laser-guided shaft alignment.

Full Power Test Bench

Full-Power Load Test Bed

Pre-delivery test rig conducting full-torque simulation, continuous hydraulic pressure validation, and vibration analysis.

Quality Assurance and Class Inspection

QA & IACS Class Inspection

Comprehensive quality assurance witnessed by IACS classification surveyors with certified material traceability.

Built on Four Core Strengths

Uniting specialized marine propulsion engineering, established manufacturing scale, and dedicated regional technical support for shipyards and fleet operators.

Engineering Focus

Solutions selected and engineered according to vessel and operational requirements.

Manufacturing Capability

Supported by established marine propulsion manufacturing capabilities.

Proven Applications

Solutions developed for real commercial marine applications.

Regional Support

Closer commercial and technical coordination for Southeast Asian customers.

Regional Presence. Established Manufacturing Capability. Closer Support.

MPSI Southeast Asia Regional Presence Map

Connecting established marine manufacturing and engineering capabilities with shipyards, shipowners and marine partners across Southeast Asia.

🇮🇩 Indonesia
🇸🇬 Singapore
🇲🇾 Malaysia
🇻🇳 Vietnam
🇹🇭 Thailand
🇵🇭 Philippines
MPSI Southeast Asia Regional Presence Map

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