Proteum
Proteum is a UK-based marine diesel engine distributor and support services provider, supplying commercial marine operators globally with a multi-brand propulsion portfolio and certified technical services delivered through a dealer network.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2015
- HeadquartersBursledon, United Kingdom
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Proteum does
Proteum is a UK-based marine diesel engine distributor and support services provider, headquartered in Bursledon and operating as a subsidiary of SC Group, a diversified conglomerate that also includes Supacat (military vehicles), Blackhill Engineering Services, and SC Innovation. Founded in 2015 and employing 11-50 staff, Proteum distributes a portfolio of marine propulsion products sourced from seven manufacturers — OXE Diesel outboards, FNM Marine inboard engines (including hybrid technology aligned with a 'Green Philosophy'), BUKH marine engines (including SOLAS-compliant models), Alamarin-Jet propulsion systems, Konrad Marine propulsion, Masson Marine products, and Glendinning engine controls. The company does not manufacture hardware; its core capability is curating a multi-brand propulsion portfolio and providing the aftermarket support layer that commercial marine operators require.
Proteum's business model is hybrid hardware distribution plus professional services. Revenue is generated from sales of distributed marine propulsion products to commercial marine clients and from technical services including routine maintenance, repairs, installation, commissioning, and emergency call-out (including engine refits). Services are delivered both directly by Proteum's certified technicians and indirectly through a network of local dealer partners in the UK and abroad; emergency response is available for out-of-country deployments. Go-to-market combines a channel-partner motion (dealer network) with a direct-to-customer motion for high-touch technical services. No pricing model is publicly disclosed, and revenue figures are not available.
The customer base is concentrated in commercial marine, with disclosed reference engagements including Zelim (unmanned man-overboard vessel), Bulldog Boats (RCB-75 patrol/rescue craft), Off Piste Marine (Endurance Range), and a defense-adjacent relationship with Czech Special Forces that flows through the parent SC Group's Supacat division. Marketing is limited to a corporate website, downloadable brochures, video content, news updates, and industry events. Proteum operates without disclosed patents, awards, regulatory actions, or independent funding rounds, and is not a software- or AI-enabled business; its competitive position rests on the breadth of its multi-brand portfolio, certified technical workforce, and global dealer service network.
Proteum firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Proteum
- Legal name
- Proteum
- Website
- https://proteum.co.uk
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2015
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Proteum is a UK-based marine diesel engine distributor and support services provider, supplying commercial marine operators globally with a multi-brand propulsion portfolio and certified technical services delivered through a dealer network.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Proteum industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Marine Diesel Engine Distribution
- NAICS
- Ship Building and Repairing (336611)
- SIC
- Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Propulsion MRO, Spares & Field Service (Overhauls, retrofits, upgrades) (IMAJAHAN)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Marine MRO Parts & Consumables Distribution (TLAKAOAJ)
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Where Proteum is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Bursledon
- HQ country
- United Kingdom
- HQ region
- Europe
Markets served
Proteum business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Marine Product Distribution: Distribution of marine propulsion products including OXE Diesel outboards, FNM Marine engines, BUKH engines, Alamarin Jet propulsion systems, Konrad propulsion systems, Masson Marine products, and Glendinning engine controls. Revenue generated from product sales to commercial marine clients.
- Marine Support Services: Technical support services including routine maintenance, repairs, installation, commissioning, and emergency services. Services provided globally through certified technicians and dealer network.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels4 records
Proteum product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Proteum is a marine distributor that supplies a portfolio of marine diesel engines and propulsion products from multiple manufacturers (OXE Diesel outboards, FNM Marine, BUKH, Alamarin-Jet, Konrad Marine, Masson Marine, and Glendinning engine controls) to commercial marine clients. The company complements this product portfolio with global technical support services including routine maintenance, repairs, installation, commissioning, and emergency call-out/engine refit services delivered by certified technicians through a network of local dealer partners.
Product overview
Proteum is a marine diesel engine supply and support company that distributes a portfolio of marine products rather than a single unified platform. The product portfolio includes: OXE Diesel outboard motors, FNM Marine inboard diesel engines (with hybrid technology), BUKH marine diesel engines, Alamarin-Jet propulsion systems, Konrad Marine propulsion systems, Masson Marine engines, and Glendinning engine controls. The company also offers global support services including maintenance, repairs, installation, commissioning, and emergency call-out services through a network of local dealer partners.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- OXE Diesel outboards Diesel outboard motors for marine propulsion, designed to operate in harsh marine conditions, distributed to commercial marine clients.
- FNM Marine engines Inboard diesel engines for marine applications, available with hybrid technology aligned with a green philosophy, distributed to commercial marine clients.
- BUKH marine engines Marine diesel engines including SOLAS-compliant models for commercial and safety-critical marine applications, distributed to commercial marine clients.
- Alamarin-Jet propulsion systems Jet propulsion systems for marine vessels, offering alternative propulsion solutions to commercial marine clients.
- Konrad Marine propulsion systems Propulsion systems for commercial and recreational marine vessels, distributed by Proteum.
- Masson Marine engines and propulsion solutions Marine engines and propulsion solutions for commercial marine clients, distributed by Proteum.
- Glendinning engine controls Engine control systems for marine vessels, providing throttle and gear controls, distributed to commercial marine clients.
- Marine support services (maintenance, repairs, installation, commissioning, emergency call-out) Technical support services covering routine maintenance, repairs, installation, commissioning, and emergency call-out/engine refits, delivered worldwide by certified Proteum technicians and local dealer partners.
Companies that use Proteum
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments1 record
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Proteum technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
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AI maturity
App detail
Proteum partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- OXE DieselcoreProteum distributes OXE Diesel outboard engines as part of their marine product portfolio. OXE Diesel is a manufacturer of diesel outboard motors designed for commercial marine applications.
- FNM MarinecoreProteum distributes FNM Marine inboard diesel engines and hybrid technology products, including solutions aligned with 'Green Philosophy' environmental approaches.
- BUKHcoreProteum distributes BUKH marine engines, including SOLAS-compliant models for safety-critical marine applications.
- Alamarin-JetcoreProteum distributes Alamarin-Jet propulsion systems as part of their comprehensive marine product offering.
- Konrad MarinecoreProteum distributes Konrad marine propulsion systems as part of their product portfolio.
- Masson MarinecoreProteum distributes Masson Marine products as part of their marine propulsion portfolio.
- GlendinningcoreProteum distributes Glendinning engine controls as part of their marine product range.
Scale indicators1 record
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Proteum competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Caterpillar Marine: Marine propulsion OEM with global dealer and service network for commercial diesel engines — directly competes for the same inboard diesel and propulsion service opportunities as Proteum's distributed lines.
- MAN Energy Solutions: Major marine engine manufacturer and service provider covering two-stroke and four-stroke marine propulsion, with global after-sales and field service — comparable breadth of propulsion lines and service depth, competing for the same commercial marine operators as Proteum.
- Volvo Penta: Global marine propulsion OEM with its own dealer and service network for marine diesel engines, drives, and controls — directly overlapping with Proteum's distributed product categories and global service motion, but at vastly larger scale and with owned IP.
- Cummins Marine: Diesel engine manufacturer with a dedicated marine division, broad commercial operator customer base, and global service network — overlaps with Proteum's propulsion focus and service-led positioning but at parent-OEM scale.
Direct peers
- EP Barrus: Established UK marine distributor representing multiple engine brands (including Yamaha and others) with technical support and service — the closest direct peer to Proteum given shared UK base, multi-brand marine distribution model, and field service offering.
- Mack Boring & Parts Company: Long-standing North American marine engine distributor and service provider for multiple OEM brands (including diesel inboards) — directly mirrors Proteum's multi-brand marine propulsion distribution and MRO service model.
- Karl Senner: Marine engine distributor and service provider representing multiple propulsion brands with technical support across commercial marine markets — directly comparable multi-brand marine distributor and field service model to Proteum.
Emerging players
- Cox Marine: UK-based diesel outboard developer targeting commercial marine operators — a direct competitive threat to Proteum's flagship distributed line (OXE Diesel) and to the broader commercial outboard category Proteum services.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Proteum social profiles
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Proteum leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Proteum funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Proteum M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Proteum
What does Proteum do?
Proteum is a marine distributor that supplies a portfolio of marine diesel engines and propulsion products from multiple manufacturers (OXE Diesel outboards, FNM Marine, BUKH, Alamarin-Jet, Konrad Marine, Masson Marine, and Glendinning engine controls) to commercial marine clients. The company complements this product portfolio with global technical support services including routine maintenance, repairs, installation, commissioning, and emergency call-out/engine refit services delivered by certified technicians through a network of local dealer partners.
Is Proteum a public or private company?
Proteum is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Proteum founded?
Proteum was founded in 2015. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Proteum based?
Proteum is headquartered in Bursledon, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.
How does Proteum make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Marine Product Distribution is the primary driver. The others are marine Support Services.
Who are Proteum's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Caterpillar Marine, MAN Energy Solutions, Volvo Penta and Cummins Marine. Direct peers are EP Barrus, Mack Boring & Parts Company and Karl Senner. Cox Marine is listed as an emerging player.
Does Proteum have an API?
No public API is recorded for Proteum.
What industry is Proteum in?
Proteum's product category is Marine Diesel Engine Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAJAHAN, Propulsion MRO, Spares & Field Service (Overhauls, retrofits, upgrades), with a secondary code of TLAKAOAJ, Marine MRO Parts & Consumables Distribution. Its NAICS code is 336611 and its SIC code is 3559.