2017 Offshore Excellence Awards

Acquisition International - Offshore Excellence Awards 2017 15 Best Boat Propeller Manufacturing Company – Germany & Award for Excellence in Repair & Maintenance 2017 PIENING PROPELLER Since its inception in 1929, Piening Propeller has grown considerably and is now able to offer comprehensive ship propulsion solutions including a full package of systems, propellers and steering gears with shaft brackets. The company’s power package is a full propulsion system, which can be integrated into a vessel’s structure, providing an excellent solution for new ships. Catering also to existing vessels and systems, Piening Propeller is able to offer an expansive range of repair services and supply spare parts. Many of these repair contracts come from the busy shipping industry whereas new builds tend to be from niche markets like mega yachts, naval vessels, coast guard boats and research ships where the high level of quality that Piening Propeller can guarantee is required. Powering the company forward is a winning blend of flexibility, experience and expertise. Having entered the commercial shipping market in 1929 the company boasts over 88 years of experience and is dedicated to making sure that the competence and knowledge that come with these years is retained within the business. This allows Piening Propeller to deliver the high quality expected by its customers in more demanding markets like mega yachts and defense.” Having grown steadily over the years the company now employs over 50 dedicated and highly skilled staff. This allows to offer flexible service options to Drawing on over 88 years’ experience, Otto Piening GmbH is an innovative propeller manufacturer based in Germany. We profile the firm to explore the secrets behind its success and find out more about the wide range of services it offers. Company: Otto Piening GmbH Contact: Mathias Pein Contact Email: [email protected] Address: Am Altendeich 83, D-25348 Blomesche Wildnis, Germany Phone: +49 4124 9168 12 “...the firm has acquired a good reputation which stretches around the world .” DR170003 its customers, which has proven vital in establishing real relationships with clients and retaining long- term business. Every propeller supplied by Piening Propeller is custom designed to meet the requirements of its intended vessel. Propellers efficiency, smooth and silent running or non-cavitation are requirements which are addressed at the design stage. Complementing its design and production services, Piening Propeller operates a dedicated repair and maintenance department. All of the company’s workshops are run in accordance to the necessary class of certification, which apply to production, repair work and welding as well as other areas. Of equal importance is its commitment to developing new products and considering new areas of business. Recently, the company has developed a Controllable Pitch Propeller actuated by WATER hydraulic instead of Oil hydraulic to avoid any kind of environmental contamination. More information at: vimeo.com/186394313 Thanks to its high class production, individual layouts, short delivery times and reliable nature the firm has acquired a good reputation which stretches around the world. Overall, Otto Piening GmbH considers itself to be partner of the commercial shipping industry, with a specific focus on supporting yacht builders and yacht building industry.