About Neander

72 Hours Commitment

Since 2009

Refined engineering for unrefined environments

70 Million Invested

Refined engineering for unrefined environments

1 Million Engine Hours

Neander Marine

Dtorque50 Product Training

Since 2009

Achieving greatness is neither quick nor effortless. At Neander, we prioritize the long-term impact of every decision on our customers and our reputation over the next decade. Our dedication to refining the Dtorque 50 since 2009 is unwavering, with continuous annual enhancements. Our goal is to exceed expectations by delivering a diesel outboard engine that allowing our customers to focus on what truly matters to them.

70 Million Invested

Creating a diesel engine from a blank sheet of paper requires substantial investment. Establishing an operation that consistently produces and delivers engines of the utmost reliability while offering global customer support during critical times demands steadfast financial backing.

We’re proud that our investors stand firmly behind us and share the same dedication to supporting the long-term vision of diesel outboard engines as our distributors, suppliers, and employees do.

1 Million Engine Hours

Consider this for a moment: more than a million running hours spent with our valued customers. To put that into perspective, it accounts for approximately 75% of the total running hours of all the existing diesel outboard engines in today’s market. In more tangible terms, it translates to 125,000 eight-hour workdays or a staggering 5,681 months of continuous work, which is equivalent to an astounding 473 years of unwavering dedication.

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Our Journey

Our Leadership Team

72 Hours Commitment

Ben Sherwood

Chief Technology Officer

72 Hours Commitment

Tom Hewson

Head of Aftersales

72 Hours Commitment

Paula Blanco

Chief Executive Officer

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Pedro Almeida

Chief Commercial Officer

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Phill Harrison

Production Manager

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Mark Farrelly

Head of Supply Chain & Quality

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Our Leadership Team

Ben Sherwood

Chief Technology Officer

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Ben is responsible for leading and managing the engineering department. He is a highly experienced engineer from the outboard engine and automotive sectors. He previously led the development of the CXO300, a 300hp diesel outboard, as Chief Engineer at Cox Powertrain Ltd.

Ben has 26 years of engineering experience and has previously worked for Lotus Cars, Jaguar Land Rover, FIAT GM and COX Powertrain where he led the design and development of their engine from concept to production. He leads the continuous product improvements and emission certifications of the engines and will expand the product range with new innovative solutions and products in the future.

Tom Hewson

Head of Aftersales

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Tom is responsible for the entire aftersales department. In this role, he ensures continuous improvement in customer service and provides technical support, including delivering training content. His focus is on offering comprehensive technical assistance to customers and ensuring their needs are met effectively after the purchase.

His extensive background includes a 4-year tenure at Cox Powertrain, where he managed aftersales technical support and training. Prior to that, during his 6 years at Ricardo, Tom specialized in prototype manufacturing and assembly, overseeing small batch pre-production programs for various manufacturers. With a remarkable 12-year stint in the automotive industry, he contributed significantly to performance and race car development, specializing in engine build and calibration.

Paula Blanco

Chief Executive Officer

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Paula is an accomplished business leader and seasoned legal professional with over 15 years of experience in management and strategic business leadership. Her expertise lies in crafting and implementing strategies that streamline operations, drive cost efficiency, and optimize delivery timelines, particularly within the trading and manufacturing sectors. 

Paula’s leadership journey includes her recent role as Director of Operations at Neander Marine. Prior to this, she led the Logistics and Customs Compliance team at Cox Powertrain and oversaw sourcing for the production line. Her extensive experience also includes a 7-year tenure at Paterson Simons & Co. (Africa) Ltd., where she managed logistics and warranty services for lifting and handling equipment in the port, mining, and oil industries across West and Central Africa.

Paula’s deep operational expertise and strategic mindset have consistently delivered delivered results in complex, high-stakes environments.

Pedro Almeida

Chief Commercial Officer

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Pedro is responsible for leading and managing the Sales Department.
Prior to Neander, Pedro was the EMEA Sales Manager for Cox Powertrain. He has more than 20 years of experience in the Marine Industry.

Pedro previously managed aftersales departments on brands such as Suzuki and Polaris.

Phill Harrison

Production Manager

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Phil is responsible for overseeing the entire production process. He manages engine build and testing, implementing process enhancements to elevate productivity and efficiency.

His role focuses on ensuring high-quality standards in production while supporting the team in delivering innovative solutions.

With over 17 years in the automotive industry, Phill has led prototype development at Cox Powertrain and managed End of Line operations at McLaren. He also gained extensive technical expertise during his years as a Master Technician at BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

Mark Farrelly

Head of Supply Chain & Quality

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Mark is responsible for implementing and maintaining Quality Management systems to ISO9001 Standards. He is also lead for supplier improvements.

Bringing 28 years of manufacturing experience across Asia, Europe, and America, he has excelled in developing products, processes, and supplier networks for renowned brands including McLaren, Mercedes Benz, Lotus, Toyota, Ford, GM, Jaguar, and Tesla.

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