VULKAN UK is a trusted supplier of marine propulsion, power transmission, and vibration control systems for the commercial workboat sector.

VULKAN UK is a trusted supplier of marine propulsion, power transmission, and vibration control systems for the commercial workboat sector. As part of the globally established VULKAN Group, VULKAN UK combines more than 135 years of engineering expertise with cutting-edge innovation to support the operational demands of modern workboats.

Specialising in solutions for tugs, workboats, offshore support vessels, pilot boats, crew transfer vessels (CTVs), and inland waterways craft, VULKAN UK offers a comprehensive portfolio including marine couplings, driveline systems, elastic mountings, and advanced hybrid propulsion technologies. These systems are designed to improve drivetrain reliability, protect engines and gearboxes, and significantly reduce noise and vibration in high-load marine applications.

Operating at the forefront of the commercial marine sector, VULKAN UK works closely with shipowners, boatbuilders, and naval architects to deliver bespoke marine engineering solutions that comply with international classification and emissions standards. From concept design and system integration to commissioning and long-term service support, VULKAN UK provides full lifecycle expertise. More details on their marine capabilities can be found at Workboats | VULKAN Group

Supporting the industry’s transition towards low emission and future ready propulsion, VULKAN UK is actively delivering hybrid and electrified drive systems that help reduce fuel consumption, operating costs, and environmental impact without compromising performance or safety. VULKAN Hybrid and Electric Solutions | VULKAN Group

With dedicated UK based support and access to a global network, VULKAN UK ensures rapid technical assistance and dependable aftersales care for workboat operators worldwide. VULKAN – marine and industrial drive solutions, refrigeration a/c technology | VULKAN Group

One of VULKAN’s core product ranges are highly flexible torsional couplings, which are widely used on workboats to protect engines, gearboxes and shaftlines from shock loads and torsional vibration.

Key products for workboats

  • RATO R / RATO S series – for high power main propulsion engines
  • VULKASTIK L – compact, robust couplings often combined with shaft support
  • MEGIFLEX B / MEGIFLEX D – suitable for medium speed engines and gensets
  • TORFLEX – simple, proven solution for auxiliary drives

Workboats often have tight machinery spaces or long shaft lines, and VULKAN UK specialises in handling misalignment and movement

Key products for workboats

  • VULKARDAN F – for resilient mounted engines
  • VULKARDAN L / L+P – for heavy duty cardan shaft couplings
  • Joint and propeller shaft couplings

VULKAN UK doesn’t just sell components, they also provide complete propulsion system layouts for workboats.

Examples

  • Diesel-mechanic propulsion systems with long shafting
  • Integrated solutions for tugs, anchor handlers and offshore vessels
  • Shaft support integrated into couplings (reduces bearings)

VULKAN UK TEAM

Adrian Birkin – Managing Director - VULKAN UK

Adrian Birkin

Managing Director

Emily Friedel – Marketing Manager - VULKAN UK

Emily Friedel

Marketing Manager

Gavin Ball

Business Development Manager North

Mark Fassenfelt

Business Development Manager South

Contact VULKAN UK

Armytage Road Ind Est, Archer Road, Brighouse, HD6 1XF

Phone: 01484 712273

Website: www.vulkan.com

VULKAN UK News

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FPT Industrial, the Iveco Group brand specialising in sustainable powertrain solutions, is spearheading the hybrid retrofit of MotoBattello 3, the first Actv vaporetto (Venetian waterbus) to undergo an eco-friendly transformation. The project, conducted in collaboration with authorized distributor Bimotor and VULKAN Italia, marks a major step toward decarbonizing Venice’s iconic water transport system. Actv is an operator providing services on behalf of public transport body AVM - Azienda Veneziana della Mobilità.

FPT Leads Hybrid Retrofit of Venice’s Waterbus MotoBattello 3

FPT Industrial, the Iveco Group brand specialising in sustainable powertrain solutions, is spearheading the hybrid retrofit of MotoBattello 3, the first Actv vaporetto (Venetian waterbus) to undergo an eco-friendly transformation. The...
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BIIM sets sail with VULKAN’s hybrid propulsion system

For the six winning companies of the European tender co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund 2014-2020 and managed by Filse - Liguria Region,...
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