Berg Propulsion Production AB operates as the central manufacturing and engineering hub for a Swedish enterprise deeply rooted in the maritime mechanics sector. Located on the island of Öckerö in the northern archipelago of Gothenburg, the company specializes in the design, fabrication, and commissioning of heavy-duty propulsion systems intended for commercial and industrial marine applications. The facility in western Sweden serves as the primary production site where complex mechanical components, such as shafts, hubs, and blades, are machined and assembled before global distribution.
The organization traces its origins back to a mechanical workshop founded in 1912, initially servicing the local fishing fleet and smaller vessels in the region. By the late 1920s, the workshop shifted its primary focus toward propulsion technology, marking the beginning of a long-term specialization in controllable pitch propellers. Throughout most of its history, the company remained family-owned until it entered a significant transitional period in 2013, when it was acquired by a major American heavy equipment manufacturer. For seven years, the Öckerö facility operated as a subsidiary division of that multinational corporation, producing systems under a corporate conglomerate brand. In 2020, the company returned to independent Swedish ownership, restoring its original name and reclaiming its distinct operational identity.
Today, the company engages directly with shipyards, naval architects, and vessel owners to integrate propulsion setups into diverse hull forms, ranging from cargo ships to ice-class vessels. Its engineering teams focus on optimizing hydrodynamic performance for merchant vessels, tugboats, offshore support units, and ferries, often customizing equipment to match specific operational profiles. The production operations involve precise metallurgy and assembly processes to create large-scale azimuth thrusters and propellers capable of withstanding harsh ocean environments. Beyond manufacturing, the company coordinates a global service network that supports vessels during dry-docking and retrofits, particularly focusing on upgrading older fleets to meet modern efficiency standards. The enterprise continues to function as a standalone manufacturer, emphasizing mechanical reliability, fuel efficiency, and complete system integration for the international shipping industry.
