Sillinger & THE French Customs
For French Customs, propulsion is part of the wider operational system. The vessel needs to work alongside a diesel-powered fleet, deliver the performance required for extended missions and be easy to maintain and operate.
Built around the mission
French Customs operates two Sillinger 820 ALURAID configured with twin OXE300 diesel outboards, delivered by KENT, a Certified OXE Marine distributor.
Built for high-intensity professional operations, the 8.20 m ALURAID is an unsinkable, self-righting and fully customisable multi-mission vessel. Its robust aluminium deep-V hull and self-draining deck are designed for demanding conditions, while the vessel can be launched and recovered by slipway or davit, including single-point lifting.
The vessel is designed around diesel outboard propulsion, maximising available deck space while keeping the engines accessible for servicing and replacement.
Fuel commonality was a key consideration. The OXE300 runs on EN 590, ASTM D975 and JIS diesel and is compatible with HVO100 and B7, allowing the RHIB to operate on the same fuel as the larger vessels in the fleet without introducing a separate petrol fuel stream.
For extended missions, efficiency and range are critical. Each OXE300 delivers 945 Nm of torque, while 180 A of electrical output provides up to 120 A for navigation, communications and other mission equipment.
The OXE300 also offers 200-hour service intervals and a 1,500-hour warranty, supporting the practical demands of professional fleet operations.
Procurement was another consideration. The OXE300 is available through UGAP, the French public procurement platform, providing French public authorities with an established route to sourcing the engine.
KENT brought the propulsion specification and integration together with Sillinger and OXE Marine, creating a vessel package built around the operational requirements of French Customs.
One fuel across the fleet. More usable deck space. Accessible propulsion. And a vessel built for the mission.
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testimonials
Adam Kurniawa - Chief Engine - Jakarta Pilot Boats
"Our engine has logged 2,050 operating hours. In my opinion, OXE excels in fuel efficiency, maintenance, and emissions. Additionally, its low emissions contribute positively to the environment"
Adam Kurniawa - Chief Engine - Jakarta Pilot Boats
Chris Shoupe - Owner/Operator - Voodoo Charters
“Voodoo is probably one of the most fuel efficient power cats of this size in the world. I attribute that mostly to the OXE power plants and her efficient hull design. We usually average about 24 gallons per hour at our cruising speed of 18-22 knots…I would guess the fuel saving compared to the Yamaha 425 for this vessel over 4 years would be around $500k. We calculated about $150k per year savings. We are running even more trips since then so it could be even more…fuel costs are included in our price so the less fuel we burn the more money we make. OXE engines deliver high efficiency running compared to gas engines making my company far more successful.”