Lyen Marine

About Lyen Marine

Founded in 2007, LYEN Marine Propulsion is a Shanghai-headquartered developer and manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. The company's business model is centered on providing a comprehensive package that includes both hardware production and analytical services to the marine industry. It has received venture capital funding, including a Series A round of $13.7M in February 2025 from investors Shenzhen Capital Group and Step Holdings. LYEN Marine's core product line consists of Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP), Fixed Pitch Propellers (FPP), tunnel thrusters, and Azimuth thrusters. These systems are designed for reliability and high performance, with features such as low noise, low pressure, and health monitoring systems. Beyond manufacturing, the company provides a suite of services aimed at optimizing vessel performance and efficiency. This includes maintenance, repair, and conversion of existing propulsion systems. A significant part of LYEN's offering is its focus on energy efficiency. The company supplies an intelligent automation system called FuelOpt, which optimizes a vessel's propulsion in real-time based on commands from the bridge and changing environmental conditions to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Additionally, their LYEN ENERGY-SAVING SOLUTION (ESS) utilizes hydrodynamic design, shaft generator systems, and data analysis to provide clients with customized energy-saving strategies. The company's client projects include providing propulsion systems for 3000DWT multipurpose research vessels, 6800DWT oil and chemical tankers, and 800-tonne fireboats for Qinzhou Port. To support its operations and growth, LYEN officially opened a new R&D and manufacturing base in Changshu, China. This facility integrates research and development, intelligent manufacturing, and product testing, enhancing the company's capability to produce and innovate in marine propulsion technology. With offices in Singapore and Malaysia, LYEN is strategically positioned to serve both domestic and international markets in the Yangtze River Delta, a major hub for the marine industry.