Video Archive
Explore our video archive to see how Maprom products perform on different vessel types. From push boats to polar research ships, these videos showcase the reliability, efficiency and sustainability of water‑lubricated propulsion systems.
Explore Our Engineering in Action
Go beyond the spec sheet. Our video archive offers an in-depth look at the design, application, and real-world performance of our water-lubricated propulsion systems. Explore technical animations, product demonstrations, and case studies from commercial and naval vessels to see exactly how Maprom engineering solves critical challenges in reliability, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Total Cost of Ownership
Why Maprom leads on TCO: seals with minimal parts for easy self-maintenance and rubber-composite bearings that deliver very long service life and minimal downtime- even on calcifying shaft lines, making 5-year replacement cycles a thing of the past.
Welcome to Maprom Engineering
Meet Maprom Engineering: a Netherlands-based, family business specializing in water-lubricated propeller shaft systems and components. Our expert team designs, produces and installs worldwide. Valuing human contact, control and environmental responsibility since 1967.
Product Overview
A fast tour of our four product groups: complete propeller shaft systems, seals, bearings and water-lubrication quality systems- each engineered for long lifespan and a lower total cost of ownership.
The Maprom GS Seal
Introducing the Maprom GS Seal: built for the lowest total cost of ownership with durability, low maintenance, compact built-in length, minimal downtime, high efficiency and easy, customizable installation- backed by 45 years of proven concept.
Family Business, Lasting Legacy
From Glacier Netherlands to Maprom Engineering: founder Willem van Vliet pioneered closed water-lubrication in 1973. Today, Rien Marinus van Vliet and the team continue that legacy with safe, reliable products and a commitment to the planet.
Series Kick-off: Never-Ending Story
We’re launching a monthly series about 100% environmentally friendly, water-lubricated seals and bearings. Follow along for clear explanations and real projects.
Spare Parts Ready to Go
Ships must keep sailing. That’s why we maintain stock of critical spare parts and can deploy worldwide at a moment’s notice, so you’re never left idle.
New Look, Same Reliability
Fresh look, same reliability: our new logo and fully renewed, lighter office reflect where we’re going, while the quality and expertise our clients rely on stay exactly the same.