ExploMar appoints SAS Opensea as exclusive dealer across France and Caribbean markets
ExploMar has appointed SAS Opensea as its exclusive dealer across France, Monaco, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Saint Barthélemy and Saint Martin,...
Electric boats / propulsion
Catch up on recent developments in electric boats and propulsion, as boatbuilders increasingly integrate electric systems across a growing range of vessels.
Optima Electric Yachts seeks new ownership to scale production
Optima Electric Yachts has announced it is seeking new ownership to transition its ultra-efficient hull technology into commercial production....
Beyond the quota: Why marine tech success is driving the diversity agenda
“I was asked if I was a diversity hire, despite graduating top of my class.” Two marine technology professionals...
ESEA Boats completes initial seed funding round
Electric boat company ESEA has outlined its long-term plans, following the completion of its initial seed funding round. According...
ExploMar opens first international electric boating centre in Bangkok
Electric outboard manufacturer ExploMar has opened its first overseas electric boating experience centre in Bangkok, Thailand, marking a strategic move...
Electric Fuel positions 48V Li-Ion battery as new benchmark
Electric Fuel’s believes its recently certified Li-Ion 48V marine battery is a gamechanger in the electric boat industry, creating...
RAD makes new appointment to lead defence business expansion
RAD, which specialises in electric propulsion and maritime autonomy, has appointed Chris Shepherd to lead the expansion of its...
Groupe Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot form E-lektra Marine joint venture
Groupe Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot Group have formed E-lektra Marine, a 50/50 joint venture focused on electric propulsion and...
X Shore ‘back and fully operational’ with new ownership
Swedish electric boatbuilder X Shore has secured new ownership, with the firm once again fully operational after its bankruptcy....
Ferrari reveals livery of Hypersail ocean racer
Ferrari has presented the livery of its Hypersail project, a 100ft flying ocean monohull developed with a focus on...
Hyke’s electric ferry posts impressive pilot results after 14-month trial
Norwegian company Hyke’s electric F-15 Shuttle has completed a 14-month pilot in Fredrikstad. Demonstrating a strong case for urban...
