Volvo Penta diesels for Brazil

Volvo Penta Brazil has received orders for auxiliary engines and complete genset systems from two shipyards in Rio de Janeiro which build and refit ships under contract to Companhia de Navega??o Norsul, one of Brazil?s largest privately-owned shipping companies.

The Volvo Penta order comprises 15 34-litre auxiliary diesel engines, three 16-litre engines and three 10-litre units. Most of the equipment will be installed on barges designed for ocean shipping of timber and steel. A total of 11 barges are involved, seven of which are newbuilds. Companhia de Navega??o Norsul is also building three ocean-going pusher tugs that will be fitted with Volvo Penta auxiliary gensets. The new ships will be delivered during 2005 and 2006.