Laborde Products
Laborde Products is a family-owned, U.S. marine engine distributor selling Mitsubishi, Scania, Steyr Motors, and Yanmar commercial propulsion and auxiliary equipment through nearly 30 dealers across 16 states to inland barge, tugboat, and offshore operators.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2003
- HeadquartersCovington, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Laborde Products does
Laborde Products is a privately-held, family-owned marine engine distributor headquartered in Covington, Louisiana. The company distributes commercial marine diesel engines and auxiliary equipment from four primary brands—Mitsubishi (Tier 1–4, 429–1,675 HP), Scania (Tier 3, 250–1,100 HP), Steyr Motors (U.S. distributor, 120–292 HP), and Yanmar (150–440 HP)—alongside marine gensets (40–125 kW), barge power units, and portable diesel pumps. Laborde serves inland waterways operators, tugboat operators, offshore marine, commercial fishing, government/defense, passenger, dredging, and pilot vessel operators across roughly 16 U.S. states through a network of nearly 30 authorized dealers and direct sales offices in Louisiana, Texas, and Kentucky. Named enterprise customers include American Commercial Barge Line, Canal Barge Company, Hines Furlong Line, Maritime Partners, Chem Carriers, Blessey Marine, and Campbell Transportation.
The business model is B2B capital equipment distribution: one-time hardware sales of engines and gensets, recurring OEM parts revenue, and professional services including installation support, 24/7 technical service, planned maintenance scheduling, and a Vessel Survey repower program developed in-house. Pricing is quote-based with no public disclosure. Differentiation rests on 20+ years of marine-only focus versus multi-market competitors, Mitsubishi's fully mechanical engines that allow in-house repair without computer technicians, and an extensive dealer/service network. Recent capital investments—a new 30,000 sq. ft. operations facility and 20,000 sq. ft. warehouse at Covington, a 3,000 HP dyno at the Deer Park, TX facility (online Q2 2025), and a new Paducah, KY hub—signal a scaling operation. The growth strategy combines geographic expansion (East Coast, Northeast, Midwest, upriver Kentucky), new manufacturer partnerships (Steyr Motors), and increased technical services capacity, funded internally by a family-owned balance sheet with no disclosed outside capital.
Laborde Products firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Laborde Products
- Legal name
- Laborde Products
- Website
- https://labordeproducts.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2003
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Laborde Products is a family-owned, U.S. marine engine distributor selling Mitsubishi, Scania, Steyr Motors, and Yanmar commercial propulsion and auxiliary equipment through nearly 30 dealers across 16 states to inland barge, tugboat, and offshore operators.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Laborde Products industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Commercial Marine Engine Distribution
- NAICS
- Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (33361), Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336), Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (333618), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)
- SIC
- Engines & Turbines (3510), Motors & Generators (3621)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Marine Diesel & Dual-Fuel Engines (IMAJAHAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Propulsion Drives, Gearboxes & Shaftlines (IMAJAHAD), Marine Generators, Alternators & Power Electronics (Gen-sets, VFDs, converters) (IMAJAHAI), Propulsion MRO, Spares & Field Service (Overhauls, retrofits, upgrades) (IMAJAHAN), Propulsion Integration, Commissioning & Testing (Factory/sea trials, alignment) (IMAJAHAM)
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Where Laborde Products is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Covington
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices3 records
Markets served
Laborde Products business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Marine Engine Sales: Sale of commercial marine diesel engines for propulsion applications. Engines range from 120 HP to 1675 HP from Mitsubishi, Scania, Steyr, and Yanmar brands.
- Marine Generator/Genset Sales: Commercial marine diesel generators ranging from 40kW to 125kW for auxiliary power on barges and vessels.
- Parts Sales: Sale of OEM engine parts and components for Mitsubishi, Scania, Steyr, and Yanmar marine engines through direct sales and dealer network.
- Service and Technical Support: Marine diesel engine service, maintenance, troubleshooting, installation support, and emergency response.
- Barge Power Units: Power units for barges including heater barges and other auxiliary marine equipment.
- Portable Pumps: Diesel trash pumps and portable pump solutions for marine applications.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom enterprise pricing for commercial marine operators |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels9 records
Laborde Products product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Laborde Products distributes commercial marine diesel engines and equipment from four manufacturer brands (Mitsubishi, Scania, Steyr Motors, and Yanmar), with horsepower ranging from 120 HP to 1,675 HP. The company supplements these propulsion lines with marine gensets (40–125 kW), in-house-built barge power units, portable diesel trash pumps, OEM parts, and 24/7 technical service including a vessel survey repower program delivered through a U.S. network of nearly 30 certified dealers.
Product overview
Laborde Products is a commercial marine engine and equipment distributor offering a portfolio of propulsion engines, auxiliary gensets, barge power units, and portable pumps for inland waterways, coastal, and offshore marine applications. The core offering centers on four engine brand lines — Mitsubishi (Tier 1–4, 429–1,675 HP), Scania (Tier 3, 13L and 16L, 250–1,100 HP), Steyr Motors (U.S. distributor, 120–292 HP), and Yanmar (government/commercial, 150–440 HP) — supplemented by a full range of Yanmar- and FPT-powered marine gensets (40–125kW) and in-house-built barge power units and portable pumps. Products are delivered through a U.S. dealer network and supported by Laborde's own parts inventory, 24/7 field service technicians, a vessel survey repower program, planned maintenance scheduling, and online parts ordering.
Differentiator
Problem solved
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Products and services
- Mitsubishi Marine Engines Mitsubishi EPA Tier 1–4 certified commercial marine diesel engines ranging from 429 HP to 1,675 HP, distributed by Laborde Products for Gulf Coast, Inland Waterways, and East Coast regions. Key models include the S6R2-Y3MPTAW (803 HP), S12R-Y3MPTAW series (1,100–1,350 HP), and S16R-Y3MPTAW (1,675 HP).
- Scania Marine Engines Scania marine diesel engines in 13-liter and 16-liter displacements, EPA Tier 3 and IMO Tier II compliant. Models include DI13 series (250–900 HP) and DI16 V8 series (550–1,100 HP), featuring XPI common-rail fuel injection and EMS engine management.
- Steyr Motors Marine Engines 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder marine diesel engines (120–292 HP) featuring a patented 2-stage unit injection system and SOLAS approval, distributed by Laborde Products as U.S. distributor. Models include SE126E32, SE144E38, SE156E34, SE164E40, SE186E38, SE236E40, SE236S36, SE266S36, SE266E40, SE286E40, SE306J38.
- Yanmar Marine Engines Yanmar marine engines for government and commercial applications, including 4LV series (150–230 HP), 8LV series (320–350 HP), and 6LY series (400–440 HP), distributed by Laborde Products.
- Marine Gensets (Radiator Cooled & Keel Cooled) Commercial diesel marine generator sets ranging from 40kW to 125kW, available in radiator-cooled and keel-cooled configurations. Yanmar-powered 40kW and 45kW units; FPT-powered 60kW to 125kW units. Models include LPI-Y-40, LPI-Y-45, LPI-F-60, LPI-F-65, LPI-F-75, LPI-F-99, LPI-F-99Enclosed, LPI-F67-125.
- Barge Power Units Mitsubishi-powered barge power units providing auxiliary or propulsion power for inland barge operations, supported by Laborde Products with in-house design and build capability.
- Portable Diesel Pumps Portable diesel trash pumps for marine and industrial applications, including Yanmar L70W-3T 3-inch pump and L100 series engines for dewatering and fluid transfer.
- Marine Engine Parts and Service Aftermarket parts supply and field service support for all distributed engine brands, including 24/7 technician availability, planned maintenance scheduling, vessel survey and repower program, and online parts ordering via the Laborde Online Store.
Quantifiable outcome
- Mitsubishi S6R2 operates at 1400 RPM versus 1800-2100 RPM for competitors, reducing engine stress and extending service life.
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Companies that use Laborde Products
Customer profileNamed customers18 records
Segments8 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Laborde Products technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
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- Has API
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App detail
Feature5 records
Laborde Products partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered secondary and core.
- 5R Enterprises, LLCsecondaryDealer partner in Morris, Illinois expanding Midwest support capabilities for Laborde Products.
- Davis MarinesecondaryDealer partner in Williamstown, New Jersey expanding Laborde Products dealer network coverage in the Northeast.
- Michaels Equipment & Marine RepairsecondaryDealer partner in Monroe, New York expanding Laborde Products dealer network coverage in the Northeast.
- Jones Diesel & MarinesecondaryDealer partner in Hastings, FL expanding Laborde Products dealer network coverage on the East Coast.
- United Diesel PowersecondaryDealer partner in Memphis expanding offerings with Mitsubishi Marine Parts and Services for upriver market support.
- Windward Power SystemscoreEast Coast dealer partner based in Fairhaven, MA representing Mitsubishi Marine Engines and developing the brand in the fishing and commercial marine markets. Exceptional work representing Mitsubishi on the East Coast.
- Mitsubishi Heavy IndustriescorePrimary engine supplier and distribution partner. Laborde Products serves as Mitsubishi Marine Engines distributor for Gulf Coast, Inland Waterways, and East Coast territories (16 states). Over 20-year partnership providing engines from 429 HP to 1675 HP including Tier 3 and Tier 4 compliant models.
- ScaniacoreMarine engine supplier for Scania DI13 (13-liter) and DI16 (16-liter) engines ranging from 400 HP to 1100 HP. Includes XPI common rail fuel injection systems and EMS engine management.
- Steyr MotorscoreU.S. distributor for Steyr Motors marine diesel engines. Steyr provides 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder marine engines with patented 2-stage unit injection system and SOLAS approval, ranging from 120 HP to 292 HP.
- YanmarsecondaryProvides Yanmar marine and industrial engines including L-Series (L70, L100), 4LV series (150-230 HP), 8LV series (320-350 HP), and 6LY series (400-440 HP) for government and commercial marine applications.
- Western Branch DieselcoreDealer partner providing Mitsubishi Marine Engines sales, parts, and service across Virginia to South Carolina territory. Multiple locations with full-scale sales force offering 'triple threat' parts, service, and regional availability.
- Bay Area DieselsecondaryDealer partner in Texas that completed M/V Launch Runner repower with quad Scania DI13 engines for G&S Marine.
- Bollinger Quick RepairsecondaryShipyard partner that executed M/V Ed repower for American Commercial Barge Line with Mitsubishi engines, demonstrating Laborde's collaboration with shipyards for seamless repower transitions.
- Twin DiscsecondaryMarine transmission manufacturer commonly paired with Mitsubishi engines in Laborde repower installations. Operators choose Twin Disc for torque compatibility, shift performance, and ease of support.
- REINTJESsecondaryMarine gear manufacturer partnered with Mitsubishi marine engines. Torque capacity, field service access, and wide range of configurations make REINTJES a practical choice for Mitsubishi marine engine pairings.
- FPT Marine (FPT Industrial)secondaryEngine supplier for 60kW and larger commercial marine gensets up to 125kW, designed for demanding marine environments and built for long-lasting performance.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Laborde Products competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Bay Area Diesel: Texas-based Laborde dealer performing Mitsubishi and Scania marine engine sales, parts, and service. Operates as both channel partner and direct competitor for marine repower work in the Gulf Coast region.
- Windward Power Systems: East Coast Mitsubishi marine engine dealer developing the fishing and commercial marine markets for Laborde. Similar dealer/distributor profile and competitive overlap in the Northeast.
- Atlas Companies (Northern Lights / Lugger): Marine engine distributor specializing in commercial and recreational marine propulsion, including repower programs and parts/service. Comparable distributor model focused on marine end markets, competing for towboat, trawler, and commercial fishing repowers.
- Davis Marine: New Jersey-based Mitsubishi marine engine dealer representing Laborde Products in the Northeast. Similar dealer/distributor profile serving commercial marine operators with overlapping product and customer mix.
- Western Branch Diesel: Multi-state marine and industrial engine distributor that also represents Mitsubishi Marine Engines (Virginia–South Carolina territory), overlapping with Laborde on brand, customer base, and product mix. Direct distribution competitor in adjacent territories.
Broad incumbents
- Stewart & Stevenson: Legacy broad-line distributor of diesel engines and power equipment for marine, oilfield, and industrial markets with national service footprint. Larger, more diversified incumbent competing for similar commercial marine and industrial customers.
- Caterpillar Marine Power: Marine division of Caterpillar Inc. producing commercial marine propulsion and auxiliary engines. Competes for high-HP towboat, tugboat, and offshore orders with strong OEM-direct service network.
- Volvo Penta: Global OEM of marine engines and drivelines serving commercial and leisure marine segments. Competes with Laborde's distributed brands for towboat, tugboat, and offshore propulsion sales.
- Cummins Marine: OEM-direct marine power division of Cummins Inc., offering engines, gensets, and service for commercial marine. Competitor on Tier 4 repowers and newbuilds, with greater financial resources and OEM-direct economics.
Others
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Marine Engines: Upstream OEM supplier of the S6R/S12R/S16R marine engines Laborde distributes. Not a direct competitor but the principal counterparty whose strategy, pricing, and territory decisions shape Laborde's economics.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Laborde Products leadership team
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Profiles3 records
Laborde Products funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about Laborde Products
What does Laborde Products do?
Laborde Products distributes commercial marine diesel engines and equipment from four manufacturer brands (Mitsubishi, Scania, Steyr Motors, and Yanmar), with horsepower ranging from 120 HP to 1,675 HP. The company supplements these propulsion lines with marine gensets (40–125 kW), in-house-built barge power units, portable diesel trash pumps, OEM parts, and 24/7 technical service including a vessel survey repower program delivered through a U.S. network of nearly 30 certified dealers.
Is Laborde Products a public or private company?
Laborde Products is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Laborde Products founded?
Laborde Products was founded in 2003. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Laborde Products based?
Laborde Products is headquartered in Covington, United States, in the North America region.
How does Laborde Products make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Marine Engine Sales are the primary driver. The others are marine Generator/Genset Sales, parts Sales, service and Technical Support, barge Power Units and portable Pumps.
Who are Laborde Products's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Bay Area Diesel, Windward Power Systems, Atlas Companies (Northern Lights / Lugger), Davis Marine and Western Branch Diesel. Broad incumbents are Stewart & Stevenson, Caterpillar Marine Power, Volvo Penta and Cummins Marine. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Marine Engines is listed as an others.
Does Laborde Products have an API?
No public API is recorded for Laborde Products.
What industry is Laborde Products in?
Laborde Products's product category is Commercial Marine Engine Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAJAHAA, Marine Diesel & Dual-Fuel Engines, with a secondary code of IMAJAHAD, Propulsion Drives, Gearboxes & Shaftlines. Its NAICS code is 33361 and its SIC code is 3510.