What is a Volvo Penta Power Center?

A Volvo Penta Power Center is a factory-trained service partner authorized to deliver full technical support for a manufacturer’s marine propulsion products. It goes beyond supplying parts or equipment—it acts as an operating arm of the manufacturer, providing diagnostic expertise, warranty services, installation guidance, and continuous support from the moment a system goes in until long after it’s running. A Power Center operates with direct access to the manufacturer’s technical resources and takes on the responsibility of ensuring propulsion systems perform reliably throughout their service life.

For decades, Helmut’s Marine Service has played a central role in supporting the marine industry along the West Coast and beyond. Founded as a hands-on, family-run marine service business, Helmut’s has always focused on doing more than selling equipment—we’ve focused on understanding it, supporting it, and standing behind it.
That commitment is what led Helmut’s Marine Service to become the first authorized Volvo Penta Power Center—setting the standard for what a Power Center is meant to be.

From the beginning, Helmut’s Marine Service earned its reputation by solving complex problems and supporting real-world marine operations. Long before propulsion systems became digitally integrated, our team was already deeply involved in diagnostics, application support, and technical troubleshooting—working directly with dealers, commercial operators, and boatyards to keep vessels operating safely and reliably.
As marine technology advanced, the need for a more comprehensive support model became clear. Engines evolved into fully integrated propulsion systems. Controls, software, diagnostics, and emissions compliance became just as critical as the hardware itself.

Helmut’s was already operating at that level. Becoming the first Power Center simply gave a name to the work we had been doing all along.

A Power Center is more than a distributor—it is a full-service extension of the manufacturer, built around expertise, accountability, and long-term support.

At Helmut’s Marine Service, this means:

• We provide technical, diagnostic, warranty, and training support, not just parts and engines
• Our team works directly within OEM systems to resolve issues faster and more accurately
• We support the entire lifecycle of the propulsion system—from application and installation through long-term operation

Helmut’s Marine Service represents one propulsion brand exclusively: Volvo Penta. This focus allows our factory-trained team to develop unmatched product knowledge, stay deeply aligned with evolving technology, and deliver consistent, high-quality support across every application we touch.

Being a Power Center isn’t about selling more products—it’s about standing behind them.

For dealers, operators, and boat owners, the Volvo Penta Power Center approach creates confidence and continuity. Instead of navigating multiple layers or relying on guesswork, partners work directly with a knowledgeable local team that operates in close alignment with the manufacturer.

This model allows us to:

• Reduce downtime through faster diagnostics and coordinated support
• Help dealers confidently sell and service advanced Volvo Penta systems
• Support complex commercial and high-hour applications with real-world experience
• Protect long-term value by ensuring systems are installed, maintained, and supported correctly

A Power Center isn’t just present at the point of sale—it remains involved throughout the life of the equipment.

As the first Volvo Penta Power Center, Helmut’s Marine Service supports a broad and diverse territory, serving dealers, commercial operators, and boat owners across:
California, Hawaiʻi, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Guam
This wide geographic footprint spans everything from high-hour commercial fleets and government vessels to recreational boating in some of the most demanding marine environments in the world. Supporting this territory requires more than inventory—it demands experience, coordination, and a team capable of delivering consistent, factory-aligned support across applications and regions.

Being entrusted with this territory isn’t just about coverage—it’s about accountability.