Pulse 63 supports Running Out of Time climate relay

RS Marine Group has taken part in the Portsmouth leg of Running Out of Time’s annual climate relay, where a Pulse 63 electric RIB was put through its paces on the waters of the Solent, on England’s south coast.

The relay, an event used to promote discussion about climate change, is a non-stop stop relay from Scotland to Egypt, carrying a climate change message from young people to the decision-makers at COP 27. The UK section covered over 2,400km and ran through Scotland, Wales and England between 6 June and 4 July 2024.

Cruising from Langstone Harbour in Chichester, the Pulse 63 electric chase boat was on hand to accompany the marine group’s RS Quest dinghy as the sailors onboard carried the baton from the Andrew Simpson Centre to Eastney Ferry Port in Portsmouth.

“The relay is all about getting people involved and talking about climate change,” says Harry Hughes, head of logistics at event organiser Running Out of Time. “We’re here to provide safety cover to the instructors on board the sailing boat. The Pulse 63 is a really quiet and lovely ride, and we’ve been able to chat to everyone on board and on the other boat.”

The sailors joined the thousands of runners, walkers, wheelers, cyclists and many more who carried the baton to deliver the final message to parliament calling for action to cut emissions, restore nature and support those hardest hit by climate change.

Launched at Ben Nevis in Scotland, the relay set out to undertake its 2,436km journey to Big Ben in London, representing the UK’s largest sporting climate relay – comprising 210 stages and over 80 stops to climate and nature projects around the UK.

The baton travelled the length of Britain and changed hands over 20,000 times on its remarkable journey towards Parliament Square on election day on 4 July to deliver its important message to Westminster.

“Our participation in the Running Out of Time climate relay with the Pulse 63 electric RIB underscores our commitment to combat climate change,” says Jon Partridge, CEO of RS Marine Group. “It’s an honour to contribute to such a noble cause, raising awareness and inspiring action for a sustainable future.

“By showcasing our innovative electric boats, we aim to demonstrate the tangible steps we can take towards reducing emissions and protecting our planet.”

Pulse 63 RIB

Made in the UK using sustainable materials, the Pulse 63 is 100 per cent electric and incorporates some of the most advanced electric propulsion technology available.

Built on its reputation as one of the most high-performing electric RIBs on the market, the Pulse 63 can be tailored for a variety of uses, whether for commercial, leisure use or as a coach boat for sail racing.

It can also be customised to suit any specification, with a wealth of options available, from tow posts and single point lifts to canopies and seating layouts.

The vessel recently proved its credentials as a workboat at MDL’s busy Ocean Village marina in Southampton, during successful sea trials.