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Elevate your engine’s potential

Maximize performance of your Everllence 48/60 engine with a lifecycle upgrade

Lifecycle Upgrade is a retrofit solution by Everllence PrimeServ that allows ship owners and operators to renew their Everllence 48/60 engines and upgrade them to new Everllence 51/60 engines. It includes the replacement of many components as well as upgrades to meet the latest regulations. It's a cost-effective solution to extend your engines' life, improving the safety, performance, and reliability. In addition, it reduces fuel consumption and maintenance costs, allowing for greater efficiency and cost savings.

Your benefits at a glance

6 reasons to do a lifecycle upgrade

Stay on track with operations
Plan the upgrade to align with scheduled overhauls — keeping your operations running smoothly with minimal disruption.

Spend budgets wisely
Avoid scattered expenses. Replace key wear parts in one bundled solution that delivers long-term savings.

Reset your engine’s lifetime
Give your trusted 48/60 engine a second life by renewing its core components — no need for a full replacement.

Gain full flexibility
The retrofit fits your existing engine foundation without changes to your ship’s layout or classification.

Be ready for future fuels
The upgrade supports the use of alternative fuels — helping you stay competitive in a changing energy landscape.

Ready for new regulations
With lower emissions and full compliance built in, the upgrade future-proofs your engine against tightening standards.

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Proven results in every upgrade

What you get out of a lifecycle upgrade

75
%
of engine components replaced during the upgrade
Fast ROI
1-3.5
years
of engine components replaced during the upgrade

How does the lifecycle upgrade work?

We apply the latest design and performance upgrades to modernize and recondition your 48/60 engine. The result: a future-ready engine with improved reliability and extended lifetime.
Modern engines are often exposed to adverse operating conditions like:

Your benefits

  • Your 48/60A or B engine is almost completely disassembled — only the crankshaft and frame remain
  • Everllence PrimeServ replaces approximately 70 % of wear-relevant components
  • You regain 100 % of the original engine’s wear part performance

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The lifecycle upgrade prepares your 48/60 engine for a changing energy landscape. As fuel types evolve and regulations tighten, your engine is ready to adapt. Modern engines are often exposed to adverse operating conditions like

Your benefits

  • Built-in compatibility for alternative fuels like methanol
  • Emission and engine documentation updated for future compliance
  • Improved environmental performance without full replacement

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Future-fuel decisions don’t need to be made today. With the lifecycle upgrade, your engine is retrofit-ready when the time is right. You maintain full flexibility — while gaining performance and reliability now.

Your benefits

  • Retrofit for methanol or gas when it fits your operations
  • Extend the life of existing assets while remaining competitive
  • Avoid full replacement and uncoordinated part replacements
  • Plan upgrades to align with overhauls and reduce downtime

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Future fuels ahead

Future fuels are coming — are you ready?

Adapt early to stay competitive and sustainable

New fuels such as methanol and gas are transforming the marine industry. Engines that can run on them offer a clear competitive advantage – while helping you reduce CO₂ emissions ship engine impact and stay ahead of regulations. Retrofitting with a Lifecycle Upgrade reduces emissions and noise pollution, extends the lifetime of your engine, and ensures your assets remain valuable – both environmentally and economically.

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Built for what comes next

Fuel flexibility through retrofit

Be ready for future fuels without replacing your engine

The Lifecycle Upgrade prepares your Everllence 48/60 engine to run on future fuels like methanol or gas – without needing full engine replacement. You can later deploy a retrofit upgrade or an Everllence 51/60 retrofit, depending on your operational profile and fuel strategy. You’ll also receive new engine and emission documents, giving you early compliance and greater flexibility.

One upgrade — four steps forward

How your 48/60 engine becomes future-ready

The Everllence PrimeServ Lifecycle Upgrade offers more than just maintenance. It brings your Everllence 48/60A or B marine engine up to the latest serial design — laying the foundation for future fuel readiness and long-term regulatory compliance. You’ll receive renewed certificates and warranties, ensuring you're prepared for upcoming fuel legislation before it takes effect.

1. Your present engine

Keep your existing Everllence 48/60A or B engine — only the crankshaft and frame remain in place.


2. Lifecycle Upgrade

Modernize your engine with the latest serial design and gain future fuel compatibility.


3. Future fuels

Enable operation with alternative fuels like gas or methanol — retrofit-ready when needed.


4. CO₂-free operation

Transition to green fuels over time and reduce emissions in line with evolving regulations

Like new – without full replacement

Renewed performance, documentation, and protection

Your Everllence 48/60 engine receives a second life with the Lifecycle Upgrade. You benefit from improved availability of spare parts Everllence 48/60, enhanced performance, and complete technical documentation. This retrofit solution helps reduce lifecycle costs and improve maintainability – giving you a marine engine lifecycle upgrade that supports long-term operation and future compliance.

  • Extended warranty: Full protection on renewed components
  • New emission certificate: Verified compliance with regulations
  • New type plate and documentation: Up-to-date engine identity
  • Expandable scopes: Modular upgrades tailored to your needs
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Downloads

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Lifecycle Upgrade for 48/60 engines
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