Cox Powertrain is pleased to announce the start of production of the CXO300, its purpose-designed 300hp diesel outboard engine. After several years of intensive development and testing this represents a major milestone for Cox as well as a defining moment for the marine industry. This UK-designed and manufactured high-technology product will be sold to the global market, boosting UK exports.
Production will commence in Cox Powertrain’s headquarters and advanced assembly and test facilities in Shoreham, West Sussex UK. The sophisticated assembly plant boasts a turnkey Production System developed by QM Systems Ltd, a leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art manufacturing and test systems across all industries. Significant investment has been made to introduce a manufacturing plant capable of producing up to one engine per hour. The production line ‘no faults forward’ design removes the possibility of assembly error, ensuring every outboard meets Cox’s requirement for the highest standards of quality. These are verified on a suite of purpose-built test cells which put every engine through its paces before shipping to the customer. Cox has applied industry best practice at all stages of the design, manufacture and test process to ensure global success of the engine and the brand.
For more information please contact
Simon.barnett@berthon.co.uk or call 01590 647448.
