Doosan Engine passes 100 million bhp milestone

The 103,000 hp engine is said to be the most powerful engine type per cylinder in the world, and the most powerful in MAN Diesel & Turbo’s portfolio. MAN first signed a licensee agreement with Doosan in 1983, and the manufacturer passed the 50 million bhp mark nine years ago. The 100 million bhp mark was celebrated at a ceremony earlier this month.

Thomas Knudsen, head of low speed, MAN Diesel & Turbo, said: “There have been a lot of major milestones to celebrate at Doosan Engine, and there will undoubtedly be many more. But for now, I would just say congratulations– we are looking forward to the 100 million kW mark.”

Knudsen also offered a vote of confidence in the long-term prospects of the shipbuilding market “Analysts say there is a crisis in shipping and in ship building,” he noted. “However, we have to keep in mind that world trade will grow as more regions attain a higher level of economic development. Therefore, there is no doubt but that the shipbuilding industry will eventually gain pace again.”