ABOUT RIM DRIVE TECHNOLOGY
The future of Electric Propulsion: Designed and Built in the Netherlands.
Rim Drive Technology develops, manufactures, and sells Rim Drive motors from 0.5 to 75kW for the private, commercial, industrial, and underwater applications. Our motors are 100% electric and can be used as either main propulsion or secondary drives. In addition to motors, Rim Drive Technology provides a wide range of customizable complementary products, including batteries, monitors, throttle controls, motor controllers, and cables, all customized with their branding.
Simplified Design, Superior Performance: The Rim Drive advantages.
Rim Drive Technology’s electric motors are designed to excel in the most demanding environments. Whether navigating through polluted waters or areas with heavy sediment and sand, these motors deliver outstanding reliability and efficiency. Thanks to the unique design—featuring no center shaft—there’s minimal risk of entanglement from ropes, nets, or debris, making them an ideal solution for autonomous surface vessels and other critical applications. Compact and lightweight, our motors fit seamlessly into even the smallest installations, while also reducing drag to enhance efficiency and speed. At the same time, full system access through the motor controller gives users immediate insight into all essential motor and battery data, simplifying integration. Wireless, CAN-based control adds another layer of flexibility, eliminating the need for physical connections while ensuring smooth performance. Maintenance is often a major cost driver in marine operations, but not with Rim Drive motors. With only one rotating part, the simplified mechanism drastically reduces wear and tear. The result? Lower maintenance needs and reduced operational costs.
Explore all Advantages
- No centre shaft limits the chance that ropes or fishing nets will get stuck in the propeller.
- An immediate acceleration response in comparison with conventional solutions.
- No sealings, oils, or O-rings are needed because the motors are completely filled with epoxy.
- Only one rotating part, which reduces the amount of maintenance.
- Higher efficiency on low-to-medium speed applications than conventional electric motors.
- High reliability due to simplified design and limited number of parts.
- Most sizes are available in fixed POD, steerable POD, outboard, and bow thruster configurations.
Discover Rim Drive Technology’s products
POD The Rim Drive POD features a minimalist design with only one rotating part, requiring minimal maintenance and delivering over 90% efficiency at medium speeds, ideal for cruise operations. The fixed POD is available from 0.5kW up to 75kW, and is fully waterproof (IP68).
Steerable POD Our Steerable POD configurations include the Entry-Level Steerable POD and Steerable POD. The Entry-Level Steerable POD is a cost-effective solution that integrates easily with existing systems, available from 2.5 up to 22kW. The Steerable POD is available from 2.5kW up to 75kW with 320-degree rotation for superior manoeuvrability, and can be controlled by joystick, steering wheel, or CAN interface.
Outboards For outboards, the Steerable Outboard offers 320° rotation and 360° propulsion, with remote adjustment capabilities via the AZECU system. It’s mountable on the transom or a tilt-and-trim bracket and is available in 11kW and 15kW. The Entry-Level Outboard, available from 2.5kW up to 22kW, provides affordable propulsion with a manual trim and tilt bracket. This outboard is compatible with all standard steering cylinders, perfect for easy refitting. 
Bow- and stern thruster For secondary propulsion, we offer a range of Bow and Stern thrusters, available in sizes from 0.5 kW to 75kW. Our Bow Thruster Box makes it easy to access the motor by installing the lid of the box above the waterline, eliminating the need to take the boat out of the water. Our Thruster Tunnel Set is designed for difficult conditions where the bow thruster remains protected.
