Pulling-e Propulsion® has been developed using the decades-old tradition of designing large ships with an alternating operation profile. Such vessel types, like cruise and icebreakers, have been using the principles of optimisation design since the 1980s, leading to the wide use of pulling types of propeller. Our product portfolio focuses on solutions for small and medium size shipping.
Our Pulling-e Propulsion® drastically improves the overall efficiency, which means less installed power compared to traditional components and design. Radical results are also needed to reduce the overall weight and space requirement. Alternative fuels are not as compact as conventional fuels, like diesel. The rest of the system must be reduced to keep the overall system size and weight reasonable and practical.
Pulling-e Propulsion® is an electric podded propulsion that has been revised and the risks minimised. We want to be sure that if we sell products to every corner of the world, they can also be used and maintained in every corner of the world. Therefore, we aim for the simple and for something that can be maintained by the operator, with spare parts readily available everywhere.
The main innovations of the Pulling-e Propulsion®
- A new innovative and very light concept to rotate the propeller firmly
- 360° thrust without heavy steering gears, swivels or slip rings
- Market-high propeller design efficiency (eta 0.83-0.89)
- Simple and reliable design, which drastically reduces the space inside the hull
- Hull design options to improve overall resistance massively, and to add buoyancy.
Availability of the Pulling-e Propulsion® units
| Model | Power rating | Availability |
| S | Continuous -14kW (20HP) | For delivery EXW April 2025 |
| M (aka. Water-Ski pod) | Continuous -54kW (72HP)Peak push -100kW (134HP) | For delivery EXW July 2025 |
| L | Continuous -222kW (300HP) | For delivery EXW June 2026 |
| XL | Continuous -750kW (1000HP) | For delivery EXW Sept 2026 |
For ship deliveries utilising alternative fuels, such as Green Methanol or similar, the gain of space and less weight is mandatory for long-distance operation. The propulsion system weight (together with the electrical system) is a crucial reduction element for reaching the practical and competitive outcome.
Example photo showing the propulsion installation outside the hull, close to the sidelines of the vessel. This arrangement provides maximum space and the highest efficiency for the propeller.
