Rolls Royce and Azimut Benetti Group have agreed a partnership and a four-year framework agreement for mtu diesel engines for Azimut and Benetti yachts together with the introduction of integrated mtu propulsion systems for the Azimut Grande Series up to 30 metres.
In the near future, the new models of the Azimut 'Grande' Series will be equipped with complete, ready-to-install propulsion systems consisting of mtu Series 2000 engines, ZF pod drives and mtu NautIQ marine automation. The co-operation also includes a range of services.
Denise Kurtulus, senior vice president global marine at Rolls-Royce's Power Systems, said: "We are not only expanding our position as a premium supplier to the yacht industry, but also as a systems partner for our customers.
"And with the complete solution for the Azimut 'Grande' models, we are now also represented in the yacht class under 30 metres in length."
Marco Valle, chief executive of the Azimut Benetti Group, added: "We continue to invest in the pod technology, including through cooperation with companies like Rolls-Royce with its mtu propulsion solutions, a reference in the large boat segment."
