Catch-up with the latest news about electric boats.
Yacht Club de Monaco says it has become the first marina to install two Aqua 200 HPC (High Power Charging) marine chargers, as it aims to transform the charging experience for high-performance electric leisure and commercial boats. In 2019, Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) claimed to be the first marina in the world to equip […]
After tallying the votes from a panel of 25 international electric boat experts and over 5,000 electric boat enthusiasts all over the world, the fourth annual Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating – known as ‘The Gussies’ – has announced the recipients of its 2023 first place honours. The Gussies are […]
Pascal Technologies, a Norwegian electric boat technology startup, has secured 4.5m NOK ($0.5m) in equity through an extension fundraising round. This is a continuation of the successful investment round of 53m NOK (approx $5m) in equity closed earlier in Q1, led by Ocean Zero. Pascal says the additional funds will be used to accelerate the […]
Setting a new world record for the longest distance traveled by an electric boat in one day, the C-8 foiling craft from Swedish electric boat manufacturer Candela covered 420 nautical miles (777km/483 miles) within 24 hours – the equivalent of travelling from London to Amsterdam. The prior claimed record was 79 nautical miles achieved in […]
Three new all-electric models, the CL310E, CL360E and CL380E, have been added to the Highfield Boats Classic Tender range, featuring the Navy Evo electric outboard motor from ePropulsion. The aluminium RIB specialist has also just added the new-look Sport SP560 and Sport SP800 to its Advanced Sport range. Classic Tender range The Classic E range […]
The Swedish technology company and electric boatbuilder X Shore has launched the X Shore Pro, its third model and the first dedicated to the professional sector. X Shore says the X Shore Pro has been designed for companies and organisations operating across an array of maritime professions, including commercial traffic, shuttle services, diving, coast guards. […]
Marine electric drive manufacturer Torqeedo has announced a partnership with tech start up c.technology to develop smart motors. The company says its industry expertise combined with the technical know-how of c.technology will create an innovative platform that takes electric boating to a new level, enabling boaters, commercial operations and fleet managers to enjoy a more […]
Marine engine manufacturer Mercury Marine has added the Avator 20e and 35e electric propulsion systems to its range. The new models join Mercury’s electric propulsion lineup alongside the Avator 7.5e outboard, which launched at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January 2023. Mercury, a division of Brunswick Corporation, says it will unveil two more electric outboard […]
Electric motors are becoming increasingly popular in European waters, according to a new study conducted by Boats Group. The Electric Boat Market Study 2023 examines supply, demand and price segments of electric boats across Europe. The study concludes that — overall — electric boats are beginning to gain mainstream popularity. (Market research forecasts by Mordor […]
Nominations are now being accepted for the fourth annual Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating, also known as ‘The Gussies’. The international electric boat awards was started in 2020 by electric boat news website Plugboats.com. Awards will be presented in nine categories and subcategories: Nominations are open to anyone. Members of […]
Swedish electric boat builder, Candela, has expanded its international sales network to the UK, appointing SE Yachts as its exclusive dealer. “We have a great affinity with the UK market as they embrace innovation readily,” says Gustav Hasselskog, Candela founder and CEO. “The SE Yachts team are a superb fit for us given their knowledge […]