LKQ Aquafax highlights off-grid marine power solutions with solar-powered demo van

Thursday, May 7th, 2026

Leisure Marine

LKQ Aquafax’s display from South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025. Image courtesy of LKQ via Instagram

At this year’s South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show, LKQ Aquafax is using a van to demonstrate a growing reality for the marine sector: off-grid renewable power is becoming practical, reliable and increasingly integrated into everyday onboard systems.

LKQ Aquafax is showcasing a fully solar-powered Navico Group demo van with the opportunity for visitors to climb onboard.

The system enables the van to run entirely on solar energy. It was designed and installed by LKQ Aquafax’s Hamble team (led by Joseph Cleave, technical key account manager) and supports a full suite of onboard marine electronics.

The project has been developed to demonstrate how renewable energy can be applied in real-world marine environments – not just as a concept, but as a fully working solution.

B&G, Lowrance and Mastervolt systems powered entirely by solar

While the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show is retail-focused (with visitors enjoying many UK debuts), LKQ Aquafax says it brings a strong technical perspective, backed by a team experienced in system design, product training and ongoing support for trade customers. And, as the UK’s leading distributor for Navico Group, LKQ Aquafax is supporting the brand’s presence at the show.

Products from B&G, Lowrance and Mastervolt are all in action in the van – powered by the onboard solar setup. The company says the display demonstrates how Navico Group brings its portfolio of brands together to deliver a complete, integrated onboard solution.

The project supports the sustainability focus of the show and reflects the wider direction of LKQ Corporation. It also underlines the role LKQ Aquafax plays in helping bring new technology to market, working closely with manufacturers and customers to turn ideas into practical solutions.

By combining live demonstrations with fully operational solar technology, LKQ Aquafax is aiming to show that marine electrification is no longer limited to prototypes or niche projects. Instead, the company is positioning renewable onboard power as an accessible next step for boat owners, installers and the wider marine industry.