Trans Marine Propulsion Systems Inc. Appointed US Maritime Distributor for Brynje Work Shoes

SEATTLE, Jan. 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. (TMPS), known worldwide for its diesel engine service and engineering capabilities, today announced that it has secured the US distributorship for Brynje (http://www.brynje.com), the leader in safety footwear, in the marine market.

Brynje has been building shoes since 1885.  The company's history in footwear started with ski boots, which eventually evolved to military boots in 1900s. Since 1974, Brynje has focused on developing the latest in safety footwear. The company has helped to set the standards for what safety footwear should be, while also making it far more user-friendly and attractive-looking. In 2012, Brynje was bought by Danish company SIKA Footwear and is now headquartered in Herning, Denmark, though it continues as an independent brand running parallel with SIKA's other products.

"We are always at the leading edge of development for any of work and safety requirement, never forgetting ergonomics and design. We draw in those who wear our shoes to try out new ideas, and we listen to their wishes for comfort and design," stated a Brynje company official.

"TMPS values that Brynje traces raw materials carefully to make sure of quality from start to finish. They obtain their leather from Italy and Brazil, while textiles usually come from Spain.  This kind of commitment to quality is very much like TMPS' commitment to excellence in its diesel engine service to vessel owners and operators. Finding the right combination of service, spare parts and products for our customers is our goal," said TMPS President Shane Roeser. "We are excited about the new arrangement."

TMPS has locations in Seattle, Washington and Tampa, Florida and can service most makes and types of diesel engines, including medium-speed and slow-speed engines for the marine industry and for diesel power plants," says Herbert Roeser, TMPS's Chairman. "We are one of the world's few service facilities that offer this range of experience."

For more information on Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. and the Brynje line, visit http://www.transmarine.org or call 206-282-9142.

SOURCE Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc.