November 10, 2026

MITSUI E&S Wins First Order for Six Dual-Fuel Engines from Indian Shipyard

Press Release Green Technology Marine Propulsion System

MITSUI E&S Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Takeyuki Takahashi; hereinafter, "MITSUI E&S") has received an order for six LNG (methane)-fueled MITSUI-Everllence B&W 6S50ME-C9.7-GI-EGRBP dual-fuel engines for 18,000 DWT chemical tankers to be built by Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (hereinafter, "SDHI"), a major shipbuilding and heavy engineering company based in Gujarat, India.

In India, government-led initiatives are underway to enhance the competitiveness of the shipbuilding industry and expand merchant shipbuilding capacity, and the shipbuilding and marine equipment market is expected to grow in the years ahead. MITSUI E&S regards India as one of the key markets in its growth strategy as it expands its large marine engine business globally. This first order from an Indian shipyard marks an important step for MITSUI E&S as it establishes a stronger presence in India’s growing shipbuilding market.

In 2026, MITSUI E&S and Everllence marked the 100th anniversary of their engine license agreement. Over the past century, MITSUI E&S has manufactured more than 7,500 B&W engines, with a combined output exceeding 120 million horsepower. Leveraging its manufacturing expertise and extensive track record in large marine engines, MITSUI E&S will work closely with Everllence to contribute to the development of India’s shipbuilding industry in the global commercial shipbuilding market.

MITSUI E&S will continue to expand its marine propulsion system business, including engines and fuel supply systems, in India and other markets worldwide. By developing and delivering technologies for low-carbon and zero-carbon fuels, MITSUI E&S aims to contribute to sustainable maritime transportation while further expanding its business.