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SCHOTTEL expands presence in India with new subsidiary

Naresh Kumar Gathania

SCHOTTEL is expanding its international network with the establishment of a new subsidiary in India. With SCHOTTEL India Sales and Service Private Limited, the German propulsion expert is further strengthening its presence in a rapidly developing maritime market and creating the basis to deepen collaboration with local customers and partners.

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SCHOTTEL propulsion for Chinese LNG bunkering vessels

SCHOTTEL has been selected to supply rudder propellers for two new LNG bunkering vessels operated by Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG). The ships, each with a loading capacity of 20,000 cbm, are currently under construction at Jiangnan Shipyard in China and scheduled for delivery in April 2027.

SCHOTTEL RudderPropeller SRP with ProAnode

SCHOTTEL powers Mureloil’s hybrid tankers

SCHOTTEL has been selected to provide the propulsion package for Bahía Beatriz, an 8,000 DWT hybrid chemical tanker. Specifically designed for bunkering operations and terminal-to-terminal fuel transport, the vessel was built by Spanish shipyard Astilleros de Murueta. Bilbao-based shipowner Mureloil officially launched the vessel in February 2026.

Bahía Beatriz is an 8,000 DWT hybrid chemical tanker, specifically designed for bunkering operations and terminal-to-terminal fuel transport.

Northern Lighthouse Board’s newest ship powered by SCHOTTEL

SCHOTTEL is proud to have been chosen by Spanish shipyard GONDAN to provide the propulsion package for the Northern Lighthouse Board’s (NLB) newest vessel POLE STAR. The ship was officially named on 21 January 2026 by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Patron of the Northern Lighthouse Board.

The POLE STAR is designed to conduct hydrographic surveys as well as buoy and lighthouse servicing across Scotland and the Isle of Man.

Full SCHOTTEL propulsion package for Polish Navy rescue vessel

The new Polish Navy rescue vessel “Ratownik”, currently under construction at PGZ Stocznia Wojenna, will be equipped with a comprehensive propulsion package supplied by SCHOTTEL. Designed to replace the Navy’s existing rescue units, the ship will significantly enhance submarine crew rescue capabilities and strengthen the protection of subsea infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. The launch is scheduled for 2027, with delivery to the Polish Navy in 2029.

The Polish Navy rescue vessel “Ratownik” will be equipped with a comprehensive propulsion package supplied by SCHOTTEL.

Roland Schwandt appointed new CEO

On January 1, 2026, Roland Schwandt took over as CEO of German propulsion expert SCHOTTEL GmbH from Stefan Kaul as part of an orderly succession plan. Christian Bock was appointed Deputy CEO. In the future, Stefan Kaul will focus on production and materials management for the German production facilities in Dörth and Wismar and will continue to support the new management with his many years of experience.

New executive management at SCHOTTEL GmbH (from left to right): CEO Roland Schwandt and Deputy CEO Christian Bock

SCHOTTEL propulsion for Onslow Iron project in Australia

SCHOTTEL is supplying propulsion systems and a unique control concept for barges and tugs serving Mineral Resources‘ (MinRes) Onslow Iron project. All seven barges and two of the project's seven tugs are newbuilds being constructed by COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry in Zhoushan and Guangdong, China. Five barges have already commenced operations at the Port of Ashburton (Western Australia), with the final units scheduled for delivery in 2026. The two tugs are also scheduled to be delivered in 2026.

“MinRes Coolibah” and “MinRes Airlie” commenced transhipping operations in May 2024.

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