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Precision Docking

Wednesday, Mar 6, 2024

an unprecedented precision and control...

Offering an unprecedented level of precision and control in the docking process, Volvo Penta aims to make boating more accessible, safer, and stress-free by offering the Assisted Docking technology not only to new boats but also as a retrofit upgrade for current customers. With Volvo Penta Assisted Docking the process of docking boats in challenging conditions is safer and easy. The next generation in yachting automation Volvo Penta Assisted  Docking simplifies boat docking by removing the dynamics of wind and current, and improves your control for maneuvering in tight spaces. Available across the complete Volvo Penta IPS range, as well as an option to retrofit in selected Volvo Penta IPS powered yachts. This allows boat owners to enhance their experience on the water and unlock newfound performance in their existing vessels.

Before considering Volvo Penta Assisted Docking retrofit upgrade it is important to ensure that your boat is fully compatible with the next generation in yachting automation. If you are unsure about your compatibility requirements or have any additional questions please contact Don Morton Power & Propulsion or your local authorised Volvo Penta dealer for guidance and evaluation to help determine if Assisted Docking is the ideal fit for your boat and provide information on the necessary steps for retrofitting the system. You will need to initially check if your boat has DPS - Dynamic Positioning System, and ideally a bow thruster,  Volvo Penta IPS model year 2012 for EVCE and EVC2 and specifically D6-IPS, D8-IPS or D11-IPS packages and or D-13 and EVC-E4 and EVC-2. 

To learn more about Yachting automation with Volvo Penta Assisted Docking please navigate to www.volvopenta.com/about-us/news-page/ and search assisted docking retrofit upgrade or follow the website link below. 

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Volvo Penta Dealership Near Me ?       

Volvo Penta has an extensive network of 3 500 dealers supporting marine and industrial customers all around the world. For genuine Volvo Penta Parts, Online Store, Volvo Penta Warranty and Volvo Penta Dealer Support - from Perth, Darwin, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart and beyond, download the App Store iOS Volvo Penta Dealer Locator or Navigate using the Quick Links below.

Volvo Penta Oceania Dealers in South Australia: 

Don Morton Marine
Trading as Don Morton Power & Propulsion
Authorised Volvo Penta Distribution Centre
70 Humphries Terrace, Kilkenny SA 5009
Phone: (08) 8347 0011
donmorton.com.au

Anthony Squire Diesel Services
35 Woodlands Terrace, Edwardstown SA 5039
Phone: (08) 8277 1825
anthonysquirediesel.com.au

Ashbrook Diesel
14 Elizabeth St, Port Macdonnell SA 5291
Phone: (08) 8738 2028
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Can Do Marine 
38 Chatfield Terrace, Wallaroo SA 5556
Phone: (08) 8823 3025
coppercoastmarinecentre.com.au

Sawley's Auto and Marine 
33 Kennett Street, Kadina SA 5554
Phone: + 61 0412 532 984
sawleysautoandmarine.com.au

West Coast Diesel Service 
32 St Andrews Terrace, Port Lincoln SA 5606
Phone: (08) 8682 1753
westcoastdiesel.com.au

Volvo Penta Oceania Centres in Australia:   

Don Morton Marine
Trading as Don Morton Power & Propulsion
Authorised Volvo Penta Distribution Centre

70 Humphries Terrace, Kilkenny SA 5009
Phone: (08) 8347 0011

Aqua Power Marine
9 Hi Tech Place, Seaford VIC 3198
Phone: (03) 8796  3900

Ches Power Group 
Barrington Street, Bibra Lake WA 6163
Phone: (08) 6144 3111

Fenquin 
Williamson Road, Ingleburn NSW 2565
Phone: (02) 9605 5522

Seamech
Alexandra Place, Murarrie Queensland 4172
Phone: (07) 3890 7615

Volvo Penta Dealer App Locator iOS:  

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