The Two-Stroke Engine Co. Ltd was established in Shoreham, Sussex, in 1906 by Ralph Ricardo. The company initially focused on manufacturing marine engines, primarily catering to the local fishing fleet, as well as producing engines for racing boats, yachts, and barges. The design of these engines was spearheaded by Harry Ricardo, Ralph's cousin, who was an advocate of two-stroke engine technology. In its early stages, the company proposed a…