Nanni Industries has confirmed its biggest marine generator range yet. The new Q30000, set to launch at the Monaco Yacht Show, will lift the French manufacturer's power ceiling from 764kW to 1213kW.
That's a serious jump. The Q30000 is aimed squarely at superyachts and megayachts over 100 feet, along with commercial and military vessels, where engine room space is tight and emissions rules keep tightening.
Nanni says shipyards and naval architects are being squeezed from both directions. Owners want more onboard power, but hulls are shrinking the available engine room footprint, while frameworks such as IMO II/III and Stage V demand cleaner running gear.
Built around a MAN D3872LE engine base, the Q30000 spans 800 to 1213kW. Fixed RPM configurations run 800 to 920kW at 50/60 Hz, while variable RPM setups stretch across the full 800 to 1213kW band, with speeds between 1500 and 2100 RPM depending on configuration.
Dual frequency capability means the same platform can be specified for markets running either 50 or 60 Hz, useful for builders selling into different regions. An optional SOUNDLESS cabin addresses the acoustic comfort superyacht owners expect, and the range is classifiable as a Full Class Genset by major classification societies.
Fuel flexibility is part of the pitch too. The Q30000 runs on diesel, HVO, or NATO F-76, widening its appeal beyond pleasure craft into naval and commercial fleets where fuel supply chains vary.
Nanni is positioning the range across two distinct markets on one engineering platform. For superyachts and megayachts, the emphasis is on quiet, reliable power that doesn't compromise onboard comfort. For workboats, the same base engine adapts to merchant vessels, RoPax ferries, military craft, cargo ships and tankers, all of which share a need for high power density and regulatory compliance regardless of their day job.
Compliance is built in from the outset, according to Nanni. IMO II and III compliance, Stage V emissions standards, and a certification pathway through major classification societies are all part of the platform, which the company says cuts the risk of late-stage design changes on new builds or refits.
The Q30000 officially launches on 22 September 2026 at the Monaco Yacht Show, where Nanni's team will be on hand to talk specifications with visitors.
For New Zealand boat owners and dealers, Nanni engines already have a solid footprint in launches and sailboats serviced locally. A move upmarket into superyacht and commercial generator territory is worth watching, particularly for local importers eyeing the larger vessel refit and new-build market.
