Technology group Wärtsilä will supply its Wärtsilä 20 main engine and selective catalytic reduction  system for a new 40.9-metre long state-of-the-art fishing vessel, specifically designed for lobster fishing. The vessel, which will operate in North Atlantic waters, has been ordered by Canadian operator Clearwater Seafoods and will be built at the Hvide Sande Shipyard in Denmark. The order was booked by Wärtsilä in Q2 2025.

The operational profile of fishing vessels can vary significantly, depending on factors such as geographical location, fishing method and environmental conditions. As such, it was, Wärtsilä’s extensive experience – both globally and at a local level – in supplying solutions and services for the fishing sector that was cited as being a major factor in the award of this contract.

“We have worked closely with Wärtsilä before and trust their local service, equipment reliability, and respect their expertise. Understanding our needs is crucial for any supplier, and Wärtsilä has consistently demonstrated this,” says Tony Jabbour, VP Global Supply Chain, Clearwater Seafoods.

“This is a specially designed vessel that could well influence future designs for the fishing industry. Efficiency has been the priority not only for the design, but also for all the onboard equipment. The Wärtsilä engine and SCR system will clearly deliver the required propulsion efficiency,” adds David Birkwald Thorstensen, Head of Sales at Hvide Sande Shipyard.

With a strong focus on efficiency, safety, and sustainability, the vessel has been designed to excel in demanding North Atlantic conditions. The Wärtsilä 20 is a well-proven compact, lightweight marine engine, offering fuel flexibility and reliable performance in genset and main engine applications. The overall performance of the engine and exhaust aftertreatment will be optimised further with the SCR – improving emissions reduction, noise abatement, and engine efficiency.

“Delivering an optimal and highly reliable solution for a fishing vessel requires a deep understanding of its various operational modes. Wärtsilä has an extensive track record in supplying solutions and services for the fishing sector, and we are delighted to be supporting Clearwater Seafoods and Hvide Sande with their goal of ensuring that the vessel operates safely, reliably, efficiently and sustainably,” comments Stefan Nysjö, Vice President of Power Supply, Wärtsilä Marine.

The Wärtsilä equipment is scheduled for delivery during the first quarter of 2026.