DB Moteurs

Name

DB Moteurs

Legal name

DB Moteurs

Website

https://dbmoteurs.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DB Moteurs is a French authorized Volvo Penta Center distributing marine diesel inboards, Honda and Suzuki outboards, Yanmar industrial engines, and ZF transmissions to recreational boaters, commercial marine operators, and industrial customers from its Dunkerque headquarters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Dunkerque

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Engine Sales: Sale of new marine diesel engines (Volvo Penta inboard, Honda and Suzuki outboard motors), industrial engines (Yanmar), and related transmissions (ZF). Engines are sold with gearbox or Saildrive options at various price points from approximately €8,220 to €18,137+ ex. tax.
2. Spare Parts Distribution: Distribution of genuine OEM spare parts for Volvo Penta, Honda Marine, Suzuki Marine, Yanmar, and ZF transmissions. Parts are available through online Volvo Penta Shop, PMTO.fr partner e-commerce, or direct contact. Includes maintenance kits, filters, impellers, belts, and other consumables.
3. Technical Services: Motorist services including installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and remotorization. Services cover emergency interventions, scheduled maintenance, warranty work, and complete engine replacements for marine and industrial applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DB Moteurs is an official Volvo Penta Center in Dunkerque, France, distributing marine and industrial diesel and gasoline engines (Volvo Penta D1/D2/D3/D4/D6/D8/D11/D13 series, Honda Marine outboards, Suzuki Marine outboards including the Stealth Line, Yanmar industrial engines) and ZF marine transmissions. The company sells new engines and genuine OEM spare parts, and provides installation, maintenance, repair, and complete remotorization services for sailboats, motorboats, commercial vessels, and industrial/agricultural equipment.

Product overview

DB Moteurs is a marine and industrial motorization specialist operating as an official Volvo Penta Center. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio centered on marine diesel inboard engines (Volvo Penta D1/D2/D3/D4/D6/D8 series), outboard motors (Honda Marine and Suzuki Marine including the new Stealth Line series), Yanmar industrial engines, and ZF marine transmissions. Services include new and used engine sales, spare parts distribution through Volvo Penta Shop and PMTO.fr partner platforms, full maintenance and repair (Volvo Penta Action Service), and complete remotorization services for sailboats, motorboats, and industrial equipment. The company is based in Dunkerque, France, and serves commercial marine, pleasure boating, industry, and agriculture sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Volvo Penta Marine Engines (D1/D2/D3 Series) Diesel inboard marine engines for sailboats and motorboats (12–75 HP). D1 series (D1-13, D1-20, D1-30) are 2-3 cylinder naturally aspirated; D2 series (D2-40, D2-50, D2-55, D2-60, D2-75) are 4-cylinder. Feature freshwater cooling, 115A alternators, and available with saildrive or mechanical/hydraulic reverse gears.
• Volvo Penta Marine Engines (D4/D6/D8 Series) Higher-power diesel inboard marine engines for larger motorboats and commercial vessels (175–550 HP). D4 series (175–320 HP), D6 series (300–550 HP), D8-MH IMOIII certified for commercial marine use with IMO Tier III emissions compliance.
• Volvo Penta Industrial Engines (Stage V / Off-Road) Industrial diesel engines for off-road equipment, power generation, and industrial applications (143–551 HP). Includes TAD580-583VE (5.1L), TAD880-884VE (7.7L), and TAD1381-1385VE (12.78L) Series, all certified to EU Stage V emissions standards.
• Honda Marine Outboard Motors Complete range of Honda outboard motors for recreational and professional marine use (2.3 HP and above), with associated parts and maintenance services.
• Suzuki Marine Outboard Motors (including Stealth Line) Complete range of Suzuki outboard motors (2.5–350 HP) including the premium Stealth Line series with matte black 'Ghost' finish and sporty design.
• Yanmar Industrial and Marine Engines Yanmar industrial and marine engine range distributed by DB Moteurs, complementing the Volvo Penta industrial offering for industrial and marine applications.
• ZF Marine Transmissions ZF marine transmissions and reverse gears (MS15A, MS15L, MS25A, MS25L, HS25A hydraulic, and Saildrive 130S/150S systems) compatible with Volvo Penta D1 and D2 series engines.
• OEM Spare Parts Distribution Distribution of original manufacturer spare parts for Volvo Penta, Honda Marine, Suzuki Marine, Yanmar, and ZF transmissions. Includes engine oil, fuel filters, air filters, seawater pumps, alternators, starters, and complete maintenance kits. Orderable via the integrated Volvo Penta Shop by serial number.
• Engine Maintenance and Repair Services Complete motor maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance services. Includes oil changes, inspections, overhaul, emergency intervention, and warranty work covering Volvo Penta, Honda Marine, Yanmar, and ZF products.
• Remotorization Services Complete engine replacement services for boats: removal of old engine, engine bay preparation, installation of new Volvo Penta engine with appropriate transmission (saildrive or shaft), connections, and commissioning. Offers both new and exchange-standard engine options, with kits that preserve existing transmissions.
• Volvo Penta Shop Online Parts E-commerce Official Volvo Penta-branded online shop (shop ID 523033) operated by DB Moteurs, allowing customers to identify and order original Volvo Penta spare parts by serial number for engine-specific compatibility.

Quantifiable outcome

• Engines equipped with standard freshwater cooling system reduce internal corrosion and optimize operating temperature in all conditions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Volvo PentacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial Volvo Penta Center - authorized dealer and service center for Volvo Penta marine and industrial engines, transmissions, and genuine spare parts. DB Moteurs has held this status for decades (company founded 1946) and provides warranty services, Volvo Penta Action Service support, and exclusive access to manufacturer documentation and parts systems. They sell the full range of Volvo Penta marine engines from D1 series (12 HP) to D16 (1000+ HP) for both pleasure and commercial marine applications.
• Honda MarinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Honda Marine outboard motors, ranging from 2.3 HP to larger models. DB Moteurs offers promotional pricing on Honda Marine engines (e.g., up to 30% discount on 2.3 to 20 HP models valid through May 2026). They provide installation, maintenance, and parts services for Honda Marine products.
• Suzuki MarinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Suzuki Marine outboard motors including the exclusive Stealth Line series with matte black finish. DB Moteurs was among the first distributors in France to offer the new Stealth Line models (DF115B, DF140B, DF150A, DF200A, DF300AP, DF350AMD). They provide installation, preparation, and maintenance services. Promotional pricing available (e.g., 25% discount on 2.5 to 30 HP models valid through May 2026).
• YanmarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for Yanmar industrial engines for both marine and industrial applications. DB Moteurs offers Yanmar engines and provides related service and parts support for Yanmar products.
• ZF (ZF Friedrichshafen AG)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for ZF marine transmissions and inverters including HS25A hydraulic, MS25A/MS25L mechanical inversors, and Saildrive 130S/150S systems. ZF transmissions are offered as options with Volvo Penta engines sold by DB Moteurs.
• Bleu Marine UshipminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoat yard and marine equipment retailer in Dunkerque (59140) that collaborates with DB Moteurs on remotorization projects. Mentioned in customer case study for Dufour 41 Classic sailboat remotorization project. DB Moteurs performs engine installations at Bleu Marine Uship's facility.
• PMTO.frminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline e-commerce partner for spare parts and maintenance kit sales. PMTO.fr offers parts search by engine model and sells products including maintenance kits for Volvo Penta, Honda Marine, Suzuki Marine, and Yanmar engines at promotional pricing.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Volvo Penta: Principal OEM partner of DB Moteurs and global leader in marine and industrial diesel engines. As Volvo Penta's authorized French Center, DB Moteurs sells the full D1–D16 marine range and TAD industrial range; the brand itself sets the pricing, warranty, and certification standards DB Moteurs operates within.
• ZF Friedrichshafen: German transmission and driveline technology company. ZF is both an OEM partner (DB Moteurs distributes ZF marine transmissions and Saildrives) and a broader incumbent whose marine and industrial product lines overlap with the engines DB Moteurs sells.
• Caterpillar Marine: Caterpillar's marine power division, offering high-horseweight diesel and propulsion systems for commercial vessels. Competes with Volvo Penta in commercial marine engine supply chains where DB Moteurs' D8-MH/D11/D13/D16 engines are positioned.
• Suzuki Marine: Suzuki's outboard motor division, including the award-winning Stealth Line series that DB Moteurs was among the first to offer in France. Suzuki Marine is a global incumbent whose product roadmap and pricing directly affect DB Moteurs' outboard revenue.
• Honda Marine: Honda's marine outboard division (2.3 HP to larger models), distributed in France by DB Moteurs. Honda Marine competes directly with Suzuki/Yamaha/Mercury in the European outboard market and sets the competitive landscape DB Moteurs operates within.
• Yanmar: Japanese manufacturer of marine and industrial diesel engines. Yanmar is one of the OEM brands distributed by DB Moteurs and is itself a global incumbent with overlapping marine/industrial engine product lines and competing authorized dealer networks across Europe.
• Cummins: Global manufacturer of diesel engines for marine, industrial, and power-generation applications. Cummins competes with Volvo Penta in the higher-horsepower commercial marine and industrial segments where DB Moteurs also operates via its Volvo Penta TAD/D8-MH/D13-MH range.
• Mercury Marine: Brunswick Corporation's marine propulsion brand, a global incumbent in outboard and sterndrive engines. Mercury competes head-to-head with Volvo Penta, Honda, and Suzuki — the same brands DB Moteurs distributes — in the French and European recreational marine market.

Emerging players

• Vision Marine Technologies: Canadian company developing electric outboard powertrains and complete electric boats. As a high-profile emerging player in marine electrification, it signals the direction of demand that could erode DB Moteurs' traditional ICE outboard business (Honda/Suzuki) over time.
• Torqeedo: German pioneer in electric boat propulsion (outboards, inboards, hybrid systems), now part of Deutz. Torqeedo represents the emerging electric-marine segment that could substitute for the diesel/gasoline engines DB Moteurs currently distributes over the medium term.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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