Four-engine propulsion packages per vessel will support 22-knot fast crew boats designed by Incat Crowther.
MAN Truck & Bus has delivered 12 MAN D3872 engines from Flensburg, Germany, to Baku Shipyard in Azerbaijan, marking a contract valued at approximately €5 million. The engines will be installed across three new fast crew boats being built for an offshore energy services operator active in the Caspian Sea.
The 42-metre DP2 fast crew boats, designed by Incat Crowther, are engineered for rapid deployment between offshore installations. Each vessel is capable of speeds up to 22 knots and has been tailored to integrate with existing offshore infrastructure, enabling safe and efficient personnel transfers. The vessels can accommodate up to 50 service personnel in safety and comfort. Their multi-functional design also incorporates a 120m² aft deck with capacity to carry up to 20 tonnes of cargo, supporting a wide range of offshore logistics operations.
Each vessel will be powered by a four-engine configuration of MAN’s latest D3872 workboat engines, with each unit delivering 1,213 kW. The propulsion concept focuses on robustness, high-displacement capability and reduced fuel consumption, with a specific fuel rate of 201 g/kWh.
Beyond engine supply, MAN has supported the full drivetrain integration through to commissioning. The scope includes coupling solutions developed with Vulkan, lightweight carbon propeller shafts, and a ZF 3360 gearbox configured for HamiltonJet HT810 waterjets. A seawater bypass system has also been incorporated to maintain optimal engine operating temperatures.
MAN personnel have been deployed on site in Baku Shipyard to support installation and commissioning, which is scheduled for the third quarter of 2026. The project highlights the company’s ability to deliver integrated propulsion solutions across international shipbuilding programmes.
