R-R strengthens global marine support network

Rolls-Royce has enhanced its global customer support capability with the opening of a new marine service centre in Genoa, Italy.

The global marine services network is dedicated to helping customers maximise the operational capability of their vessels and manage their costs most effectively. Headquartered in Singapore, the network now includes facilities in 32 countries and employs more than 1,000 support staff, engineers and technicians around the world.

The 4,000 m2 marine service centre in Genoa consolidates two offices and provides state-of-the-art repair and overhaul expertise in support of the company?s entire portfolio of marine products to customers throughout the Mediterranean region.

The decision to invest in the new Genoa service centre was driven by increased customer demand and the importance of being nearer to the marine and energy customers in the region.

In 2009, Rolls-Royce has opened six new service centre facilities, in North America, South America, Europe and the Middle East.