Volvo Penta – powering passenger ferries in the Amazon region

Описание: In the heart of the Amazon, rivers are the lifelines that connect people, communities, and opportunity. Operating across this vast, ever-changing landscape requires propulsion solutions that deliver reliability, efficiency, and endurance – and that’s where Volvo Penta plays a vital role.
This film explores the stories of Glória de Deus and Ajato 2000, two passenger ferries that rely on Volvo Penta solutions to operate safely and efficiently along the Rio Negro and beyond.

For Francisco Louro Reis, operator of Glória de Deus – the largest passenger ferry on the Amazon – dependable propulsion is essential. His twin Volvo Penta D16 MH 850 hp engines deliver the performance and uptime his passengers depend on, while reducing fuel consumption across long-haul routes between Manaus and the tri-border of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. Serving the same route, the Ajato 2000 carries up to 120 passengers, skillfully guided by Captain Aguiar and powered by a single Volvo Penta D16 850 hp engine.

Both captains must face the region’s uniquely challenging conditions and always expect the unexpected. But with Volvo Penta propulsion, operators can navigate these dynamic waters confidently, keeping people and goods moving where the river is the only road.

Discover how Volvo Penta is powering passenger mobility across the Amazon’s waterways.