Marine propulsion engines and marine generators

Marine propulsion is the mechanism or system that is used to generate thrust to move a ship across water. Most modern ships are propelled by mechanical systems consisting of an electric motor or engine turning a propeller, or less frequently, in pump-jets, an impeller.

Peterson Power Systems Inc. provides Caterpillar’s complete, world-leading marine propulsion systems—they are custom-designed and optimized for uptime and cost-effective operations. Cat marine propulsion engines and marine generator sets are suited for powering vessels of any application and size. You can expect power solutions that provide durability and reliability from Peterson’s Marine Power team.

Peterson Marine Power Provider

Engine uptime is critical for your business and clients. Peterson Power Systems Inc. will provide you with the most reliable commercial engines for a variety of applications. From tugs and ferries to sport fishers and pleasure craft, Cat marine engines provided by Peterson have demonstrated their efficiency throughout the years. With remarkable reliability and durability, these engines will exceed your expectations for decades to come.

Inboard Diesel Marine Engines

  • Remanufactured marine engines
  • New marine engines
  • Performance marine engines
  • Commercial marine engines
  • Marine Generators
  • Remanufactured marine generators
  • New marine generators
  • Ship service generators
  • Harbor generators
  • Pleasure craft and yacht generators starting at 12kW

Marine Transmissions and Drives

Peterson can provide all the top named transmissions, drives, and propulsion control systems to keep you on the water.

Peterson Marine Service Offerings Include:

  • Complete marine engine service and repair, from oil changes to overhauls
  • Marine genset service and load testing
  • Marine transmission service and repair
  • Fuel polishing
  • Parts order and pickup
  • Common spare parts on hand (hoses, belts, zincs, etc.)
  • Emissions upgrade and retrofit

As an authorized Cat dealer, Peterson offers technologically advanced tooling for diagnostics and repairs. Regardless of make or model, our technicians will keep your marine engine performing at its best. From visual and technical inspections to repowers and overhauls, we focus on your engine so that you can focus on getting the job done right.

24/7 Repair

Your last-minute repair is our first priority. Peterson’s goal is to get you out of the dry dock and into the water. We minimize your downtime by giving you a dependable single point of contact for all your service and parts needs, 24/7.

Peterson stocks engine room consumable supplies, maintenance and cruising parts, and Genuine Cat Parts, so you can repair your equipment yourself or let our factory-trained technicians make the repair for you.