Navalt, one of the planet’s solar boat pioneers, has made a big leap in its mission to ‘electrify the oceans’ with one of its Limo luxury tour boats being shipped 12.703 kilometres (7,893 mi) from Kerala, India to Halifax, Canada, where it will join Halifax Harbour Tours

Navalt was founded in 2009 by naval architect Sandith Thandassery, who has dedicated his career to revolutionizing water transport through clean energy. The first boat built by the company – Sunrider – made the Limca Book of Records – the reference book documenting world records held by Indians – for the fastest solar boat ever built.

In 2017 he led the design and building of Aditya, India’s first solar electric ferry, which carries about a half million passengers per year – over 4 million since its launch –  saving about 225,000 litres of diesel fuel and over 500,000 kilograms of CO2 emissions (about 1.25M pounds). The Aditya was a winner of the first Gustave Trouvé Electric Boat Awards in 2020 and Navalt repeated its win in the 2024 Awards for the Srav solar-electric workboat.

Read more about the Aditya solar electric ferry

The company is India’s leading building of solar electric ferries and has now built over 80 boats that are serving passengers in places like popular Sukhna Lake at the foothills of the Himalayas. In all, the company offers 18 models – workboats, leisure boats, defence boats, water taxis and ferries – none of which has or will ever burn a single drop of fossil fuel.

At about the same time the Aditya was launched, Colin Smith was on the other side of the world starting Halifax Harbour Tours with a former British Thames River tow barge with quite a history. Bought by a tour operator in Puerto Rico who had a 40 hp diesel motor installed, it later took visitors around the Florida Everglades before the famous Airboats took over that business, was retired after doing  duty as a Lake Erie tourist boat and was found by Smith in a barn nearby.

He had been the captain of a diesel tour boat in Halifax harbour and longed for something without the fumes and noise — friendlier to the environment, himself and the passengers. He knew the ultra-efficient hull of the barge would be perfect for electric propulsion, so he switched out the diesel for an 8kW Lynch axial flux motor with 7kWh battery, added a solar roof and restored the rest of the boat – the Violet Mac – to its original Thames glory and beyond. Halifax Harbour Tours was born in 2018 and has been going strong ever since.

“When we first started, our ‘fuel costs’ were about 60¢ a day.” he told me. “They’re not an awful lot more now, but the thing isn’t the cost for me, it’s the passenger experience. It’s quiet, there’s only 8 people on board, and the Guides are told to let people know about all of the historic sites in the harbour, but not get in the way of the passengers having a chance to talk among themselves and get to know each other. We often get reviews with people saying it’s the best experience they had on their visit to Canada.”

There was only one thing that could be improved: the notoriously fickle and wildly variable Halifax weather. Smith couldn’t do anything about that, but he could do something about a boat that would be able to operate year round and also provide some shelter for those who don’t like a little ‘liquid sunshine’ on their tours. Enter Navalt. Smith saw Navalt and some of its boats on Plugboats and decided to get in touch with Thandasherry about getting one of the totally covered solar electric ferries.

They decided on the Limo.

We’ll let Sandith take it from here. This is from his personal blog:

There are projects that move a business forward, and then there are projects that redraw the map. For us, shipping a Limo to Halifax, Canada is firmly the second kind. It is our first vessel headed to North America — and it travelled there in a way no Navalt boat has before: as a knock-down kit, packed flat into five containers, ready to be reborn on Canadian shoreline.

Why we shipped a boat in pieces

The Limo was carefully designed for disassembly and split into modules sized to fit standard FEU containers (Forty Foot Equivalent Units):

Five containers in total. This knock-down approach is what makes long-haul export of a premium vessel both economical and practical — and it is a capability we are proud to have proven on our very first North American shipment.

Halifax is not Kerala. A boat that performs beautifully in tropical backwaters has to be re-engineered to survive — and thrive — through an Atlantic Canadian winter.

The heart of that adaptation is the energy system. This Limo carries a 2 × 20 kWh marine-grade LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery pack, but with a crucial difference: each pack is fitted with an integrated heating system designed specifically to manage the cold conditions of Halifax.

Lithium batteries lose performance and charging ability in low temperatures, so keeping the cells in their optimal thermal window through a harsh winter isn’t a luxury — it’s what allows the boat to run reliably, season after season.

Driving the vessel are two 15 kW (≈ inboard electric motors, configured with Navalt’s signature independent dual battery-and-motor architecture. That redundancy means a single fault never leaves you stranded on the water — a reassurance that matters as much in a Canadian harbour as it does anywhere.

A premium boat, by design

At 10 metres long and 3.5 metres wide, this Halifax boat keeps all of that character while being purpose-built for its new home waters. Clean lines, a stable catamaran hull, and refined interiors — the Limo’s identity travels intact, even when the boat itself travels in pieces.

Integration is underway

A landmark for Navalt

From the backwaters of Kerala to the harbours of Halifax, the mission stays the same: oceans, electrified. We can’t wait to see this one on the water.

We expect to launch in July. Click on the links below to find out more about the Navalt Limo or book a cruise on Halifax Harbour Tours’ new boat or the Violet Mac

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Optima Yachts of the UK, a winner in the 2024 Gussies International Electric Boat Awards, is looking for investors, operators or strategic acquirers that can take the Optima 14 and the company’s other recreational and commercial electric vessels into production.

All of the Optima boats are designed around the company’s proprietary ultra-efficient hull technology, engineered using advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to dramatically reduce resistance and energy consumption. The result is a vessel capable of travelling over 150 nautical miles at comfortable cruising speeds.

This puts the hull in the top tier of (non-foiling) electric boats in terms of moving it through water using the least amount of energy. Having said that, not all electric boats are designed for the same kind of use. Many are designed to be planing boats, harbour workboats, or other vessels that are less concerned about this kind of cruising.

The distinctive Optima hull is the result of more than five years of research and development and was supported by £1.6 Million (€1.85M, $2.15M) in innovation grants. It might be described as a ‘trimaran tunneling hull’. It has a central hull with ‘pontoons’ on either side, these adjacent mini-hulls having an extremely sharp V profile. They connect to the main section of the hull with an arching design that creates a sort of tunnel similar to the hulls used in speedboat racing.

What makes the Optima attractive for the large percentage of boat owners who are less concerned about engineering and more concerned about comfort is that the hull provides this efficiency while the rest of the boat has been designed to be spacious and elegant with all of the amenities one expects from a luxury yacht.

The 10.6-metre (35 ft) Optima e10 can accommodate up to 8 guests and has a double bed cabin, fridge/freezer, sink, induction stovetop hob/grill, hot waterdeck transom shower, electric toilet with holding tank and a high end 4 speaker audio system. The E14 electric award winning boat takes things to the next level, with a sunbed, central dining area and room for 12 guests.

In 2023, powered by a 40kW electric propulsion system, the e10 became the first electric boat to circumnavigate the Isle of Wight non-stop, completing the 55-nautical-mile journey while costing just £20 (€23, $27) to recharge.

Optima CEO David Kendall said “It was an incredibly comfortable and enjoyable trip – we were able to have lunch and engage in pleasant conversation on passage thanks to the good sea keeping of the innovative hull and noise reduction from the electric drive. We arrived back in Lymington as relaxed and refreshed as we started, despite some challenging conditions south of the island including thick fog and lively seas off St Catherine’s Point.”

Read: Optima e10 first electric boat to circumnavigate Isle of Wight

Optima has also developed vessels that target the expanding commercial marine opportunities in tourism, hospitality and urban waterfront mobility. Adaptable configurations for 12-passenger luxury water taxis, small ferries and larger models carrying up to 50 passengers use the Optima hull and electric propulsion to dramatically lower long term ‘re-fuelling’ costs. 

These applications are also relevant for island resorts, waterfront destinations and municipalities seeking zero-emission transport alternatives in response to tightening environmental legislation and changing customer expectations. Many hospitality operators are increasingly looking to offer premium guest transfer experiences that align with wider sustainability goals, while governments continue to invest in cleaner transport infrastructure.

“We have spent years solving one of the biggest barriers to marine electrification – vessel efficiency,” said CEO Kendall. “We believe the business is now at an exciting inflection point and are looking for the right investment and ownership to take Optima to the next level, whether through commercial production, strategic partnerships or expansion into markets.”

For investors, operators or strategic acquirers seeking entry into the rapidly growing electric marine market, the opportunity represents the acquisition of proven intellectual property, validated technology and a highly differentiated platform positioned at the intersection of sustainability, efficiency and premium marine mobility.

Interested parties can get in touch through the Optima Yachts website.

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The 7th edition of the Venice Boat Show (Salone Nautica Venezia) begins Wednesday, May 27th and will once again provide a large stage for electric propulsion in a city synonymous with water and boating.

The centre of the show is the Arsenale complex, where a 2,000 man enterprise could turn out a ship every day during Venice’s five century reign as a maritime empire, and an entire Italian forest was dedicated to supplying the wood.

In this century, marine fast charging network Aqua superPower is supplying two high speed chargers for the electric boats that will line the P2 Pontoon of the complex, and a Green Parade will have those electric boats cruising through the historic canals of ‘La Serenissima‘ (the most serene city).

The Green Parade is on Friday May 29 and kicks off three days dedicated to electric boating, winding up with the presentation of a number of awards on Sunday including: 

In this Plugboats Guide to Electric Boat Exhibitors we highlight some of the electric Sailboats, Power Boats, Watertoys, Jetskis, Motors and Batteries that will be showing at the Salone, along with a Directory of all electric boats exhibitors that includes links to their websites for further information. 

Ampereship’s CleanPower vessels make electric mobility on inland waterways economically viable. 100% smart. 100% climate-friendly.

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AQUA superPower is the first fully marinised global dockside network of fast charging stations for electric vessels. Powered by its proprietary cloud-based Neptune platform, AQUA combines reliable charging hardware, intelligent network management and 24/7 customer support to deliver a seamless charging experience.

From marinas and yacht clubs to ports, harbours, commercial operators, boat builders and powertrain manufacturers, AQUA provides the infrastructure, software and expertise needed to accelerate the adoption of electric marine mobility.

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Axopar has joined forces with Evoy motors to produce Evoy electric version of their Axopar 25. Jan-Erik Viitala, Founding Partner of Axopar, says “Our partnership with Evoy is a perfect example of two great companies, on a joint mission, to expand the boating community and offer new ways of mobility for the future.”

Belisama reinvents the way yachts are designed, built and experienced. Our vessels are made with marine‑grade aluminum modules: strong, light and sustainable.

Beneteau has been a pioneer for recreational boating from the outset. With its world-leading ranges and iconic products, nearly 45 models offer diverse, high-performance capabilities.

With one single idea in mind: innovating in terms of both boats and processes to enable as many people as possible to realize their dreams, making the avant-garde accessible.

At Cannes Yachting Festival of 2021 Beneteau announced its first entries into electric boating, with Jérôme de Metz, Groupe Beneteau Chairman and CEO, saying “There are new expectations and user habits, new ways of travelling and latest technologies: a new world of pleasure boating and marine leisure is coming into view on the horizon, and all of us throughout Groupe Beneteau are positioning ourselves to be the leading players in this new world.”

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The most advanced technologies are used for the design, engineering, and construction in De Antonio Yachts, as well as an international team of specialists in each area. That is why the latest solutions, the highly demanded features, and the trendiest design has caused a notorious impact in the boat industry and brought De Antonio Yachts as one of the leaders in the day boat market.

The E23 is the brand’s first 100% electric boat, the beginning of a new era. An innovative model, which concept is based on maximum efficiency. Its compact proportions with a catamaran architecture integrates a foil between its hulls, giving it unique emission-free sailing performance in its segment while offering a practical and comfortable space on deck, with a careful design all throughout details and finishes. A model that combines cutting-edge technology and design

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The Dufour range of sailing boats comprises 9 iconic models designed to suit every sailing programme. Three are available with electric propulsion – Dufour 41, 470, 530., with four available . For over 60 years, Dufour yachts has a boat manufacturer have demonstrated their adaptability and versatility through beautiful innovations.

Excess introduces at the Cannes Yachting Festival the first hybrid Excess 15 equipped with Torqeedo’s flagship Deep Blue Hybrid system. With such an innovative project managed through the “Excess Lab”, Excess is taking a distinctive first step within the catamaran market towards more sustainability.

Fountaine Pajot is working on the deployment of electric motors for its sailing catamarans. This project should see the light of day in 2022 with the installation of electric motors on the Aura 51, the new 51-foot catamaran designed by Fountaine Pajot.

The Frauscher boatyard’s model range is as diverse as the sea. In addition to award-winning design classics, we regularly add innovations that embody our passion for development, new ideas, and revolutionary technologies. Perfected down to the last detail.

Frauscher has been building electric boats since 1955. In 2008, Frauscher built the world’s first sports boat with a hybrid engine, and in 2009, the world’s first certified hydrogen-powered boat. With a share of around 40% of total production, electromobility is not just a dream of the future, but a living reality.

Every magnificent piece that leaves our factory carries the Frauscher spirit into the world and demonstrates what we value: outstanding design, an incomparably dynamic design language, fine materials, new technologies, the highest level of comfort, and, of course, a vibrant tradition of craftsmanship.

Frauscher articles in Plugboats

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Location: Oberosterreich, Austria

With the introduction of the first hybrid boat in 2008, Greenline revolutionized the boating industry and ever since then the brand has been a synonym for constant innovation in boat building and design.

Our vision is to continuously shape the future of responsible boating by being the most innovative and responsible boat brand in the world.

Location: Begunje, Slovenia

Helios Yachts is a manufacturer of fully electric day-cruisers and yachts. We operate on a vertically integrated model, building our vessels from the ground up with our own proprietary software and IoT boat control module, as well as our LFP battery systems.

By owning the entire technical stack, we provide a smart, digital-first experience where autonomous capabilities and remote monitoring are built into the vessel’s core. This integrated technical stack provides a digital-first experience with smart features, autonomous capabilities, and seamless communication between all onboard systems.

By owning the entire engineering process, we deliver optimized power management, high efficiency, and a reliable zero-emission performance.

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With 27,000 boats delivered globally since the brand’s beginning in 2011, Highfield Boats is now the world’s number one in the RIB Tender sector and a global player in the 15 foot+ sector.

Read articles about Highfield Boats in Plugboats

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Jeanneau designs and builds boats for every way you can love the sea.

The Sea Loft embodies a new generation of silent, environmentally respectful cruising. With electric power and clever energy management, you can enjoy the sea without noise, without hassle, and without stress. In short: you can fully experience each moment of your vacation.

At Lagoon, we do everything we can to make your sailing to the ends of the earth as enjoyable as possible, but when it comes to choosing your model, it’s up to you!

MobyFly designs and delivers zero-emission performance marine hydrofoil boats that will change waterborne travel forever.

We are a technology company. Our zero-emission hydrofoil boats will be capable of transporting passengers in comfort at speeds in excess of 70km/h while using 70% less energy than existing diesel ferries — and without creating any waves or pollution in the process.

Momentum was founded in 2022 by a team of naval architects, engineers and designers with experience building everything from warships to UAVs and a lot in between. We share a passion for the marine environment and electric drivetrains. While we use cutting edge digital design, the true test of a product is out at sea, and that’s where you will find us most days, riding through storms, running into rocks, getting swamped by waves, dunking our batteries, to make sure our products can survive it all and take us safely home.

We are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible – so that you can have the best day out on the water, no emissions, no compromises.

Nautor Swan is an iconic name in the sailing world, whose current glory is rooted in its history.

Electric boating since 2009

Our corporate policy is to take great pains over building boats that enhance the relationship between boats, people and the environment. We have a vision; the increased freedom of people to move at will across the sea shall not be achieved at the expense of the environment.

We started our electric ambition already in 2009 and have had an electric powertrain as an option for three of our boat models since 2015.

Our E-power Concept, also known as “Environmental Power”, represents Nimbus environmental thinking for the future, in which we include the entire boat-building process from production engineering to climate-smart materials.

For over 20 years we have been designing and manufacturing energy and water supply pedestals for the most exclusive marinas around the world.

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The formidable mix of innovation and heritage is perfectly captured by Riva El-Iseo, the brand’s first full-electric powerboat that launches the new E-Luxury segment under the banner of sustainability. Riva El-Iseo is a 27-foot (8.40 m) runabout with a maximum beam of 2.5 m and elegant and sophisticated lines, just like the much-loved and versatile Iseo from which it inherited the hull design.

Italy

May 27 – May 31, 2026

The Venice Boat Show brings the real jewels of the sea the historic Arsenale. The Boat Show, one of the main international exhibitions in the sector with 270 exhibitors and 300 boats on a water basin of 55,000 sqm: come to live an immersive experience made for those who love the sea and boating.

Thanks to the innovations introduced and the patented technology, the efficiency of our jets and the overall performance are unmatched. Our DeepSpeed jets, with a unique propulsion and absolute silence, will project you into a new dimension that cannot be told, only experienced.

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With a 360° approach to eco-responsible cruising, they offer cutting-edge green propulsion solutions, naturally-sourced finishing materials, smart energy management and new technologies including a proprietary composite- integrated solar power system produced in-house to power their newest range of solar catamarans.

This new philosophy of yachting is present in each and every aspect of the Sunreef Yachts Eco catamarans. Their design incorporates ultralight custom- engineered batteries, a revolutionary air-conditioning system, wind-generators, nontoxic bottom paints, green composite structures as well as state-of-the-art watermakers and water-saving systems.

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Electric surfboard developed by naval architects with extensive CFD simulations, validated with countless hours of testing.

Bellmarine is a Dutch brand and historical leader in electric marine propulsion and more besides; With a concentration on the European market with over 4000 systems installed in various types of applications.

Transfluid S.p.A.,  an Italian  company, has been manufacturing power transmission  products  for over 60 years and is well established in the market thanks to its organisation of subsidiaries and distributors around the world. Transfluid has developed a complete range of hybrid propulsion systems and produces permanent magnet electric machinery.

Established in 2018, the new company Transfluid North Europe B.V.  combines the experience and knowledge of the two companies; both share a vision orientated towards the future with environmentally friendly propulsion, for marine and industrial applications, the natural evolution of their technologies.

The merger between the two companies now enables proposal of electrical and hybrid solutions suitable for any type of boat or industrial vehicle, covering a unique range of powers worldwide.

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November 2025

Before we begin: the new E-Lektra propulsion system at Venice:

The E-Lektra technology will offer solutions – full electric or hybrid – for all sailboats from 9 to 24 metres (29 – 80 ft) that includes motors, batteries and/or generators, along with optimized onboard energy management of all inputs and output: solar panels, motors, generators, ‘hotel load’ appliances and equipment, shore power connections…

Read the full Plugboats article about E-Lektra

Their first customers are seven major brands that are all exhibiting at Venice and represent 60% of the global market: Beneteau, Fountaine Pajot Sailing Catamarans, Fountaine Pajot Yachts, Dufour, Excess, Jeanneau and Lagoon.

Some of these boatyards already offer electric / hybrid propulsion, some have experimented with the technologies for demo models but not offered them to the public, and some are ready to jump on board with E-Lektra as the desire for alternatives to diesel motors continues to grow worldwide. The manufacturers and models at Venice that are available as electric / hybrid with E-Lektra systems are marked in the highlights below.

Bavaria Yachts – C42e

The popular BAVARIA C38, C42 (showing at Venice), and C46 models are all now available with EPT’s state-of-the-art electric or hybrid propulsion. An efficient saildrive is connected to a powerful electric motor — delivering 25kW for the C38e and C42e, and 37kW for the C46e. Standard battery capacity for the C38e and C42e is 18.2 kWh (expandable with extra packs), enabling more than 50 nautical miles on pure electric power. At the heart of the system is the innovative EPTechnologies Multibox that manages and integrates all system operations, including battery charging.  Bavaria Yachts website  EPTechnologies website

Beneteau – Oceanis 34.1 (E-Lektra system) 

Sleeker, lighter, with more sail area, and more space in the bow than its predecessor for the owner’s cabin, the Oceanis 34.1 promises unforgettable days out on the water. Once again, Marc Lombard and NAUTA Design have combined their efforts to produce a unique design concept, true to the spirit of the 7th generation Oceanis range.

The deck layout has been redesigned to ensure maximum comfort and safety when moving around the boat, taking the helm and for onboard living when at anchor. The ropes for the halyard and the furling system are forward of the cockpit while there is a winch on each side for the helmsman to set the foresails. The result is an uncluttered cockpit ideal for relaxation, with easy access to the aft swim platform.   Beneteau website

Dufour – 37 44 (E-Lektra system) 

At Venice they will be showing a number of models. Each has its own features and benefits and is designed for different types of sailing and sailors. They range from the Dufour 37, built for family coastal cruising and enjoying life on the water up close and personal, to the Dufour 48, which is available in three, four or five cabin layouts and accommodates up to twelve people in spacious comfort. At Venice the Dufour yachts will be presented by local affiliate Eurosail Yacht  Dufour website

Excess Catamarans – Excess 11 (E-Lektra system) 

Fountaine Pajot (E-Lektra system) 

Lagoon – Lagoon 38 (E-Lektra system)

The Lagoon 38 has been designed to provide the atmosphere and experience of life on a much larger catamaran, with a modular approach that accommodates up to ten people in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Much of this is enabled by a new hull form, and the boat has received multiple awards, including Best Boats SAIL winner and Multihull of the Year 2026 in the Under 45’ category. Writing about the easy access to the swim platforms, SAIL Magazine Charter Editor Zuzana Prochazka said “It seems exterior designer Patrick Le Quément resorted to sorcery when creating such appealing and practical styling.” Lagoon website

Nautor Swan – Swan 48

At the launch of the 51, Nautor Swan also announced that from the summer of 2026 all of their models would be available with dual energy systems, with the drives supplied by differing partners according to vessel size. While the 48 being shown at Venice has a standard diesel drive package, when ordered with the dual energy system it will be provided by Oceanvolt, The Nautor Swan 48 is being presented at Venice by Marina Sant’Andrea   Nautor Swan website

Sunreef – Sunreef 70

With its environmentally conscious technologies, top tier sailing performance and tailor-made interiors, the Sunreef 70 demonstrates how an electric sailing catamaran can harmonize elegance, sustainability, and performance. The yacht’s sleek exterior and intuitive interior flow ensure that the potential of the already expansive space is optimized for both luxury and practicality. Sunreef website

Axopar

The two initial boats in the line are the AX/E 22 and 25. The AX/E 22 uses the Evoy Outboard Breeze 120+ HP, with continuous power of 90 kW (≈ 122 hp) and a peak of 137 kW (≈ 185 hp). The AX/E 25 has the Evoy Storm +300 HP with continuous power of 225 kW (≈ 305 hp) and peak of 450 kW (≈ 610 hp). That means a top speed of 50 knots / 57 mph / 92 kmph – which should be enough adventure for just about anyone. As Axopar (and AX/E) founder Jan-Erik Viitala says: “While others talk about electric boating, we focus on E-Performance, because the joy of being on the water should never be compromised, it is the essence of an unforgettable boating experience.” AX/E website  Evoy website

Belisama – Cybercat

The CyberCat is a neat new concept from Italy’s Belisama Yachts: a modular catamaran with electric or hybrid propulsion in which the sections can be assembled in different lengths and configurations for different use cases.

The modular concept enables customization while reducing production and maintenance costs. Each module is made of fully recyclable marine aluminum and eco‑friendly interior materials to reduce the environmental footprint. The boats are designed for the addition of standard solar panels and use Yamaha’s Harmo electric motors.

There are 20 pre-designed models available. In its cargo configuration, CyberCat is a smart, eco-conscious workboat for freight transport in ports, small islands, lagoons or marine parks. In its passenger version, it provides a safe, stable and silent platform for transporting people over short routes or in protected areas. The deck can be fitted with seating, covers, railings and compliant access, ensuring comfort and safety, even for the transport of disabled passengers. Belisama Yachts website

Frauscher – Frauscher X Porsche 790 Spectre

The sleek 7.93m (26 ft) runabout/dayboat has continuous power of 170 kW (230 hp) with peak power of 400 kW (550 hp). That translates into a crusiing speed of 41 kmph ( 22 kt / 25 mph) and a goosebumps-inducing top speed of 95 kmph (51 kt / 60 mph). With a battery capacity of 100kWh the Spectre has a planing range of 45 km (28 mi / 24 nm) at cruising speed and over 100 km (62 mi / 53 nm) in displacement mode.  Frauscher website

Greenline –  Greenline 42

The hydrodynamics have been optimized for the new hull size to achieve a max speed of 30 kts (55 kmph / 34 mph) and lower energy consumption at all speeds. The solar roof of the 42 can hold 10 panels delivering 4kWp – the same as the larger Greenline 45. On the habitability side, the company says the 42 is their “most customizable model ever”. There are two cockpit layouts, and the aft area can be configured as a large alfresco dining area or spacious lounging deck with dining inside. Greenline website

Helios Omega 7.2

The Omega 7.2m smart solar electric day cruiser shows off all of their capabilities in one package. The boat includes a CCS1 charging port to connects seamlessly with the Helios Marine Link, giving you real-time monitoring, remote control, and detailed performance insights from anywhere. Pair this technology with top level naval architecture, elegant design and whisper-quiet operation and you can see why the Omega was voted a Gussies Award winner by the public and international panel of electric boating experts.

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Coming into Venice, Helios is fresh off an Initial Public Offering in which they raised just under €2.5M of capital that will go directly into scaling production of the Omega and their other yachts – currently the 4.5m Sigma and 14.6m Alpha. The post investment valuation of ~€21M makes Helios one of the largest companies on the BEAM segment (Bulgarian Enterprise Accelerator Market) of the Bulgarian Stock Exchange. Congratulations!  Helios website

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Last year they revealed a new battery that optimizes fluid flow across lithium-ion cell surface hotspots to increase thermal transfer rates and afford better temperature uniformity within the battery pack. That’s an important thing for snowmobiles in cold weather and jetskis in hot weather and most importantly, enables up to a 65% increase in continuous battery power for the Orca in warm weather marine environments. They also updated their app by adding features like live encrypted GPS vehicle tracking, remote access and control, remote charging management, remote diagnostics and servicing and over-the-air update to software.

At Venice Taiga will have two Orca models available for viewing and test drives.  Taiga website

Momentum: 3 electric outboards from 2.25kW – 10kW

Sealence – solid state battery

On the battery side, they have one of the highest energy density packs (energy density is how much electricity can be stored in a given weight) in the marine and maritime world: 245 Watt hours per kilogram. What is remarkable is that an energy density that high is usually only found when measuring individual battery cells (like AA batteries)). The Sealence density is for a battery pack of 75 kWh and includes the weight of all the non-energy storing materials like adhesives, wiring and coverings, making this a very viable pack for large vessles going considerable distances. Read more about the Sealence battery in Plugboats  Sealence website

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On June 6 Pleasure Cove Marina at Lake Berryessa near Napa, California, will host the first Lake Berryessa Electric Boat Festival, preceded on Friday by an Electric Marine Leadership Summit discussing the future of electric boating in the United States.

The Summit will convene leading electric boat manufacturers, propulsion companies, marina operators, commercial fleet owners and policymakers. The Festival will allow consumers to learn more about electric propulsion with live on-water demonstrations and interactive exhibits as well as opportunities to ride and drive some of the electric boats and personal watercraft on display.

Festival shore-side exhibits will spotlight the rapidly evolving ecosystem supporting electric boating, including propulsion systems, marine charging infrastructure, battery and energy solutions, marina electrification technologies, and electric boat rental and charter operators.

Attendees at the Summit include the California CORE (Clean Off Road Equipment) Project, the California Air Resources Board’s Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program for Marine Vessels, and Regional Air Districts including the Sacramento Metro Air District.

The California CORE Project has been instrumental in encouraging adoption of electric workboats in the state, like the Vita RIBs now operating in San Diego, San Francisco and Newport Beach near Los Angeles.

Read: Vita grows electric workboat fleet with Berkeley Marina

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Below is information about some of the companies that will be represented at the show. There is also a Directory of all exhibitors with links to their website and other contact information.

Our Mission

AQUA superPower is the first fully marinised global dockside network of fast charging stations for electric vessels. Powered by its proprietary cloud-based Neptune platform, AQUA combines reliable charging hardware, intelligent network management and 24/7 customer support to deliver a seamless charging experience.

From marinas and yacht clubs to ports, harbours, commercial operators, boat builders and powertrain manufacturers, AQUA provides the infrastructure, software and expertise needed to accelerate the adoption of electric marine mobility.

Arc Boats: Aerospace-inspired engineering

Driven by a team of former rocket engineers, the Arc One features cutting edge technology and engineering. We paired a novel hull design with custom battery packs for unprecedented stability, range, and speed.

The Original Luxury Electric Boat!

Location: Newport Beach, CA, USA

Explore the beautiful Foster City Lagoon in a quiet, eco-friendly, and easy to drive Duffy Electric Boat.

As lifelong boating enthusiasts, we know its really about the lifestyle.  Whether you are new to electric boats or were born on the water, our goal is to make sure you have what you need to enjoy the ride with comfort, safety and your own personal style!  Enjoy relaxing, quiet, and eco-friendly cruising with Duffy Electric Boats.

Electric boat motor for sailboats

Electric outboards for fishing boatsIdeal for both freshwater and saltwater, ePropulsion electric outboard motors are perfect for jon boats, aluminum fishing boats, bass boats and fishing pontoons.

Electric outboards for work boats

Electric outboards for dinghy and tenders

China

EVOA Propulsion is an industry leader in advanced marine propulsion. We are a performance driven brand that was born from Formula E technology combined with decades of marine industry experience. Our E1 system delivers an unprecedented on-water experience that is quiet and powerful all while prioritizing environmental stewardship.

IT’S BEYOND ELECTRIC, IT’S HOW BOATING SHOULD BE.

The Fliteboard eFoil gives the sensation of flying over water. Fliteboard carves like a snowboard in fresh powder, but with the freedom to ride anywhere, anytime, without wind or waves. It’s fast, quiet, and emission free.

Revolutionizing Marine Propulsion

We design and build electric propulsion systems, partnering with industry leading hull manufacturers to deliver a better boating experience.

Our Technology

Rhode Island, USA

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There’s a new wave in town.

A new class of marine performance:

With the introduction of the first hybrid boat in 2008, Greenline revolutionized the boating industry and ever since then the brand has been a synonym for constant innovation in boat building and design.

Our vision is to continuously shape the future of responsible boating by being the most innovative and responsible boat brand in the world.

Location: Begunje, Slovenia

SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE GS22E

A first of its kind, the Super Air Nautique GS22E is a revolutionary electric towboat unlike anything else on the market today. For the ultimate on-water experience, Nautique has partnered with our sister company, Ingenity Electric, to bring the latest in electric propulsion technology to our multi-sport GS22E. The award-winning Ingenity Electric system operates using clean energy that delivers optimal performance for watersports activities in an eco-friendly package. Built onto the already widely popular Super Air Nautique GS22 platform, this new GS22E is a boat ready to connect families that like to do a little of everything on the water while emitting zero-emissions.

Location: Orlando, FL, USA

EXPERIENCE THE ELECTRIC ADVANTAGE

At RAD Propulsion we build the marine products of the future. Our mission is to deliver:

Exceptional user experience

CLEAN: 100% electric and ready for use wherever and whenever you need.

Location: Hampshire, UK

Silent power on Sierra water

California, USA

Everything started with a piece of white paper, a pencil and a spirit for innovation. Today, when you cross the oceans with a SILENT yacht, you are powered by pure and clean solar energy without giving up any of the exhilaration, comfort and luxury that you get from a conventional yacht.

Location: Magdalensburg, Austria

When the wilds call, Taiga answers.

A superbike on the water

Silent

Easy Boating Ownership

Montreal, Canada

Electric drives for sailors

Electric drives for motorboats

Electric motors for kayaks

Electric boat drives for professionals

Germany

ELECTRIC – 180 HP

Easy Charging Anywhere, Anytime

BUILT FOR MARINE

More than a powerful electric outboard, The 180E is a complete powertrain package

Boisbriand, Quebec

We come from a better future.

Boats

Vita Seadog: 5.8m  •  20 kt cruising speed, 30 kt top speed  •  1 hour DC charge time

Motors

Vita Power’s high performance systems integrate electric marine technology with proprietary control software to deliver peak power between 100hp and 660hp and DC fast charging capabilities.

Vita systems were the first to be compatible with high-speed DC charging on both CCS 1 (US) and CCS 2 (Europe) and are among the fastest charging on the market, supercharging from 10%-90% in under an hour.

The Future of Maritime.

Quietly comfortable

Designed, engineered and built to be a benchmark for high performance electric boats, in two configurations, runabout and tender.

Aqua superPower

Aqua’s proprietary cloud-based software ensures reliable network operation and maintenance and is backed by expert service teams and 24/7 customer care to deliver a seamless electric marine charging solution to operators and customers. By providing the software tools, expertise, and infrastructure to help the marine sector overcome the challenges of electrification, Aqua helps transform those challenges into opportunities.   Aqua superPower website

Arc

All boats are built from scratch, blending modern aerospace design and manufacturing techniques with traditional marine craftsmanship. Advanced software adds smart boating features like a touchscreen helm, intelligent ballast, integrated cameras and software-assisted captaining for ease and precision.   Arc website

Duffy

Many of the thousands of owners have found that a Duffy is more than just an electric boat – it’s a lifestyle. It’s not about going fast or going far – it’s about spending time with your friends and family while you cruise silently and enjoy what’s most important to you. With iconic and timeless design, enduring quality and the simple joy of easy operation, Duffy boats create a full boating and ownership experience. Duffy website

Edgewater Marine and Foster City Boat Rentals

ePropulsion

At the other end of the outboard scale is their X-Series, with 12, 20 and 40 kW models (16, 28, 55 hp) that deliver a powertrain efficiency of 88.2%. The fully integrated design includes an electric steering system, advanced driving assistance features, and smart connectivity services. The X-Series outboards and H and I Series Inboards use the modular eSSA technology (ePropulsion Smart System Architecture) to enable safe, reliable connection of all components – motors, batteries, monitors, steering, charging – while saving time and reducing complexity.  ePropulsion website

EVOA

The electric Mastercraft NXT21 has EVOA’s patented E1 system, as does the Supra EV550. When EVOA was asked by the world’s leading tender builders, Williams Jet Tenders, to collaborate on an electric version of the company’s popular EvoJet 70 model, the EVOA team came up with a single axial flux motor setup to match the 250 hp Yanmar that propelled the fossil fuel version.   EVOA website

flite

Flite also has dozens of other e-foiling boards for every ability level. Bayfoils is Fliteboard’s partner in San Francisco and will have demos and other activities on site at the Festival.  flite website    Bayfoils website

Flux Marine

Two well-established and highly regarded boatbuilders, Highfield and Scout, partner with Flux to deliver quieter, cleaner and smarter boating experiences to their recreational customers in the RIB and sport/fishing markets. Flagship pontoons now offer Flux as an option on their premium pontoons and customized Garvey hulls with Flux electric outboards are making their mark in the workboat segment.   Flux website

Genesis Marine Technologies

A typical 24 foot, 12,000 pound wakesurf boat consumes 40–50 US gallons of gasoline per day (150 – 190 L), while the Genesis 24 uses only 5–10 gallons (18 – 36 L). Pure electric mode enables surfing for 4 hours with out stopping. In hybrid mode customers can surf all day with no refuelling interruptions while the system charges dynamically or with set modes like Eco / Normal / Boost.  Genesis website

Greenline Yachts

Read about the all-electric Greenline 42 with Ingenity mCrate drive

In August of 2025 Greenline worked with Florida’s Ingenity propulsion experts to deliver the United States’ first fully electric Greenline 42. The yacht has twin Ingenity mCrate motors, which are designed to be a standardized ‘drop-in’ that allows boat builders to easily electrify models, but are also versatile enough to be customized for specific installations. The Greenline 42 has two mCrates, each with 135kW (185 hp). They are fed by a 400 volt, 189 kWh lithium NMC battery pack. On the roof of the main deck are 6 solar panels that can generate a total of 1.6kWp.  Greenline website  Ingenity website

RAD Propulsion

In November of 2025 they introduced a larger model, the RAD 120 (120 kW / ≈170 hp) and the RAD Console – a container with battery and associated electronics that makes for easy installation of the RAD system on both new boats and refits. RAD Propulsion is represented in the US by Charged Marine.RAD Propulsion website

Sierra Wave Charter Experiences

The watercraft are available for any of seven experiences ranging from Sunset and Photography Cruises to the American River Eco-Tour, explorations of Old Town Sacramento, a Maritime Demo of what the boats are truly capable of and even a VIP Water Shuttle service from waterfront hotels to Old Town for NBA Kings games and arena events.  Sierra Waves website

Silent-Yachts

Read about the Silent 62 transAtlantic journey

Late last year the new owners of a Silent Yachts 62 Tri-Deck – which they named ‘100%‘ – sailed the boat across the Atlantic with Vice-Chairman of Silent-Yachts Steve Bell at the helm ably asisted by crew members Will and Mike. The team left Gibraltar on November 14, 2025 and landed in Antigua on December 12, having covered over 3300 nautical miles (6115 kilometres / 3800 miles).  Silent-Yachts

Taiga

Last year they revealed a new technology that makes for better temperature uniformity within a battery pack. The optimizing of fluid flow across any hot spots of lithium-ion cell surfaces increases thermal transfer rates –  an important thing for both snowmobiles in cold weather and jetskis in hot weather. In warm weather marine environments it enables an increase in continuous battery power of up to 65% for the Orca. Taiga also updated their app by adding features like live encrypted GPS vehicle tracking, remote access and control, remote charging management, remote diagnostics and servicing and over-the-air updates to software.    Taiga website

Torqeedo

The company has a full range of not just outboards, but all electric boat motors – including inboards, pods and saildrives – for both recreational and commercial users. The Travel Series has outboards with 700W to 1600W  (.7 kW to 1.6kW). The Cruise Outboard and Pod Series’ have power outputs of 3, 6, 10, 12 and 25kW (5, 8, 13, 16 and 34 hp) and the Deep Blue Series of saildrives and inboards has motors of 25, 50 and 100kW (33, 66 and 133 hp) that can be all-electric or incorporated in hybrid systems for large powerboats, sailing yachts or commercial ferries.

At the Lake Berryessa Festival look for Torqeedo Authorized dealer Boat Specialists.Torqeedo websiteBoat Specialists website

Vita

Two models – the 7m Vita SEAL (23 ft) and 5.8m SeaDog (19 ft) – are rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) with features designed for the workboat market and pleasure boat owners lookig for a rugged, dependable and versatile electric boat option. Their high performance systems integrate electric marine technology with proprietary control software to deliver peak power between 75 kW and 485 kW (100hp – 660hp) and DC fast charging capabilities.   VITA website

Vision Marine Technologies

There is now a line up of all-electric boats available from Vision Marine, ranging from classic cruising fantail launches to roto-moulded pleaasure boats, pontoons, tritoons and speedboats. Whether you are on a river, canal, inland lake, or looking to cruise intercoastal or coastal waters, there is a Vision Marine vessel made for each use case. Motor options range from small 5 and 10kW outboards and pods to the company’s flagship 180e high power outboard powertrain system and easy install P Powerpack with battery storage of up to 129 kWh.   Vision Marine website

Volare

They assembled a team that includes experts in electric propulsion, electrical systems, naval architecture, boat design and boatbuilding.

Voltaic

One of the features of the Voltaic concept is an aluminum hull designed as a platform for reconfigurable top decks that can be customized for recreational, workboat and defense users. The platforms are powered by a high-capacity 300 kWh battery system, providing up to 8 hours of runtime with rapid charging capabilities. The system is fully integrated into the hull architecture to optimize performance, stability, and onboard efficiency.    Voltaic website

ZIN

They also offers standalone electric propulsion systems with marine grade electric motors and inverters for small and large boats, with power ranging from 180 – 450kW (250 – 615 hp) and flexible built-in charging systems that can fully recharging (0-100%) in a couple hours. At the centre of everything is the proprietary ‘Magic Box’ that houses all core functions – like power distribution, management, steering, cooling – complete with plug n’ play wire harnesses. The universal system design is a boon for new boat builders or retrofit projects alike and can be installed into any vessel in less than a day.  ZIN website

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Riding the wave of the launch of their first model – the F800 – at Boot Dusseldorf, electric boat builder ESEA has completed its initial seed funding round. It is now set to build on its long term vision: a new generation of boats that are environmentally responsible, intuitive to use and designed around the real needs of modern boaters.

“We founded ESEA with the belief that boating should feel simple, intuitive and enjoyable” said Co Founder and Director Dee Du. “With the F800, we have taken a fully integrated approach, bringing together propulsion, controls and onboard systems into a single, cohesive design that creates a more seamless and responsive experience on the water.”

Du and his co-founders started with a core team and its extensive experience in yacht fleet management, superyacht sales and non-naval software design. That variety of viewpoints was essential in realizing that there was a significant gap in the market for people who love the idea of getting out on the water but do not come from sailing or boating backgrounds.

These are people who are busy at work and have lots of other interests in their leisure time. They want a boat that is simple to operate and does not require significant maintenance or technical know-how. The team came up with ‘Easy · Smart · Silent’ as their mantra for what these customers wanted and the company name and brand ‘ESEA’ (easy) was a natural.

The team consulted with award-winning superyacht designers and called on the talents of the UK’s  Thorne Yacht Design to execute on the naval architecture and incorporating / integrating all ESEA philosophy elements into the F800.

The starting point is electric propulsion – a simple and fundamental choice for something that strives to be easy, smart and silent. The silent part is a given. The easy part is there with a motor and drive that are the next thing to maintenance-free. And because the mechanical parts run on electrons rather than atoms, it is much easier to link ongoing performance with digital controllers and monitors. The results are more precise, more flexible, more programmable. In a word: smart.

To make the most of an electric boat requires an efficient hull to minimize energy/power requirements and maximize range. One of the ways the F800 achieves that is its almost knife-sharp bow. With an angle too severe to be done with a single mould, it uses the split-hull technique in which the hull is made of separate port and starboard sections bonded together after the moulding.

The range is impressive. The 20 kW (35 hp) motor can power the F800 for almost 11 hours at 6 knots (11 kmph / 7 mph), providing a distance range of 67 Nautical miles (124 km / 77 mi). The boat can go faster – up to double that speed – but the ‘sweet spot’ of the displacement hull is the slower rate. As Du reminded me in Düsseldorf, speed is not what the ESEA driver is looking for.

They are looking for simple  and easy, and speed almost always comes with more complexity. The driver/pilot needs to be more attentive about everything, both inside and outside the boat, looking out for deadheads and obstructions, deciding what angle to take the waves. Inside the boat the passengers need to worry about moving around or spilling a drink.

The smart controls of the F800 are designed to make life easy for the person at the helm. To reduce any sudden jumping forward or backward when docking, a dock mode button initiates a ‘digital gear’ that makes the throttle less sensitive. The steerable pod drive also helps with its rotation arc of 270 degrees.

A large, easily understood monitor screen displays the most important information in a way that can be understood intuitively: speed, location, battery state of charge and remaining range. Although more detailed information can be easily revealed when necessary, the ESEA customer is not looking to know at every moment what the RPMs and voltage are. They are on the water to relax with friends and family.

To that end, there is an expansive social area in the bow ahead of the centre console, and a large sun bed and swimming platform at the stern. A ‘virtual anchor’ can automatically maintain the boat’s location at a swimming or eating/drinking spot so the driver can participate in the fun. The system also has remote locking and geo-fencing to keep it within certain areas.

There are other details around the boat that may not be noticed immediately but make life on board just a little more enjoyable. The deck lights all shine downward so they are never shining directly in the face of the passengers. The cooler box is easily reached from any nearby seat.

When I asked Du what he wanted people to feel after being on the boat, he said “The goal is for them to have an easy experience, whether they are driving it or as a passenger. No friction, just enjoyment.

They can really enjoy water and the natural surroundings without any noise and their food and drinks without any fumes and smoke. Really, everything is designed for the name of the boat – easy. That’s our philosophy. Make everything easy for the user.”

That simple and easy philosophy steers everything the company does. The recent investment will be used to advance their idea of a modular product architecture for a range of boats and a globally adaptable manufacturing model for scalability.

The first step in that direction is a new 6 metre (≈ 20 ft) model under development that will extend the company’s design philosophy into a broader segment of the market, supporting its ambition to make electric boating more accessible for those who want their on-water experience to be easy, smart and silent.

ESEA website

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Plugboats WAVES (Watts, Amps, Volts, Electrons) is a regular collection of electric boat and boating news items that we have written about before and are updating, or items we are going to write about but are waiting for more information / developments – or items that are just tidbits you might find interesting.

Here is WaVeS #31, with electric boat and boating news about:

The Hyke electric F-15 Shuttle, a winner of the 2024 Gussies Electric Boat Awards, has posted impressive numbers that show it requires up to 88 per cent less energy than similar size diesel vessels – using roughly the same amount of power as five household hair dryers. It also had a passenger satisfaction rating of 4.72 out of 5.

From April 2024 to July 2025, the fully electric, 50-passenger ferry operated as part of the municipal transport system of Fredrikstad, Norway, carrying more than 41,000 passengers in daily operation. The route covered a 225-metre river crossing with an average crossing time of approximately two minutes, demonstrating a high-frequency urban transport application. The test provided a direct comparison of electric ferry vs diesel within the public transport network.

Halvor Vislie, CEO of Hyke, says: “The project shows that our urban waters can be used much more efficiently. Instead of digging tunnels or building bridges, which are hugely costly, electric ferries can quickly be deployed to shuttle large numbers of passengers. It’s time to rethink urban planning by putting waterways at the centre. Together with Fredrikstad Municipality, we’ve demonstrated that the Hyke F-15 can operate as part of everyday public transport – efficiently, quietly and with strong passenger acceptance.”

Following these results Hyke is focussing on scaling its business through additional vessel builds and the establishment of a joint venture with one of the largest transport operators in Norway.

Hyke website

Vessev hydofoiling e-ferries expand to Tasmania network

Vessev, the New Zealand builder of electric hydrofoiling ferries, announced just over a month ago that they would be providing Australia’s first electric hydrofoiling ferries in Perth. They are now expanding their down under presence with another network in Hobart, on the island of Tasmania.

Fly Derwent, a new clean energy transport venture, will launch the network on the Derwent River, reconnecting Hobart’s thriving waterfront using Vessev’s VS–9 models with expansion to a fleet of VS–12 vessels.

The 29-foot VS–9 carries 10 passengers with a range of up to 50 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 25 knots, while the 37-foot VS–12 can carry up to 30 passengers.

Together, the system will create a high-frequency water transit network, without requiring major new infrastructure. Powered by Tasmania’s world-leading grid, which runs on almost 100% on renewable electricity sources including wind and solar, the service is designed to deliver one of the planet’s lowest-emissions commuter transport models.

Read: Australia latest country to get electric flying ferries

Fly Derwent Principal Cameron McCulloch, an engineer with nearly 20 years of executive experience in the clean energy sector, said the network will be more like a metro system than a traditional ferry service.

“From the very beginning this project has been about demonstrating how Tasmania’s renewable energy focus can translate into sustainable transport leadership. This technology unlocks affordable, river-based commuter and tourism transport in Hobart without the need for large-scale infrastructure changes. That’s what excites me most – not just the boats themselves, but everything they make possible in Hobart and beyond,” McCulloch said.

The VS–9 is expected to arrive in Hobart in early 2027, with the VS–12 fleet to follow.

Vessev website

Open Waters Solar, a British Columbia company founded in 2016,  has developed a special composite material that suspends solar cells inside a protective layer to combine structural rigidity with enough flexibility for a number of different applications, including marine.

One of the company’s flagship products is SolaDek, a durable, power-generating deck surface for boats that has non-slip coating for walkability. It was developed because the company founders were frustrated by fragile and inefficient marine solar designs that came with bulky frames and sometimes miselading claims.

In the inaugural ‘Beaver’s Den’ competition, a Canadian riff on the popular Shark Tank franchise, pre-Series A companies were invited to vie for a chance to win cash and exposure at Vancouver Science World. Twenty-five startups were selected as finalists, with the top five pitching live in late April. The winners were Open Waters Solar.

“We’re honoured to come out on top,” said Niki Kearl from the victorious team. “We’ve developed a solution that delivers true durability, flexibility, and performance for those who seek the best and we went into this process with a strong data room, clear commercialization, and real market traction.”

Open Waters Solar website

The Marina Port Valencia in Spain has taken delivery of an electric cleaning boat designed to keep its waters pristine while also contributing to the commitments of the Marina’s sustainability strategy and that of parent company Marina Norte.

The “NetBoat’, a CatClean 75 model from builder Ona Safe & Clean, measures 7.5 metres in length with a 2.5-metre beam, delivering a hydrocarbon retention capacity of up to 2,000 litres alongside an approximate cleaning capacity of 8.89 km² per hour.

NetBoat is constructed from certified marine-grade aluminum and designed with a catamaran-style hull. Its electric propulsion system with incorporated solar panels enables it to work up to sixteen hours each day. The silence of the system also means it can operate without disrupting the yachting community or visitors.

The technology onboard was developed specifically for water cleaning, with a multi-task system that collects floating waste, removes hydrocarbons and surface oils, and oxygenates the water as it operates, actively enhancing environmental conditions across the marina – in the air as well as the water.

At the launch, Patrick Reynés, CEO of Marina Port Valencia, emphasized that “NetBoat isn’t just a cleaning tool, but a statement of intent about the marina model we want to build for the future. It is part of a broader roadmap centred around innovation, decarbonization and active conservation of the Mediterranean.”

Ona Safe & Clean website  Marina Port Valencia website

One of the premier marinas in one of the largest recreational harbours in the United States – Marina Park in Newport Beach, California – now has an operating marine fast charger from Aqua superPower.

This milestone deployment in one of the world’s prime boating locales is a significant step forward in supporting the burgeoning adoption of electric boats along the region’s iconic Pacific coastline.

The Aqua charger is capable of delivering up to 24 kW of power via the international CCS standard and is specifically designed for the marine environments to ensure safe and reliable recharging for a wide range of electric vessels, from leisure craft to commercial operators.

Last year, Newport Beach Harbor Department became the first public agency in the U.S. to add a boat powered entirely by electricity to its fleet of vehicles with a Vita workboat. That boat has been charged using standard voltage but will now be able to access the high speed charger, along with all other electric boats based in or travelling through the area.

Read: Vita grows clean California fleet of electric boats

“This installation represents a gamechanger for Southern California’s boating community,” said Scott Canning, US VP Business Development for Aqua superPower. “Newport Beach is a gateway to pristine coastal waters, and by bringing our fast-charging infrastructure here, we’re not just powering electric boats—we’re fuelling a sustainable future for marine electrification. Our brand-agnostic technology supports every major electric boat manufacturer, making the switch to e-boating seamless and accessible for all.”

Aqua superPower’s global network now spans over 60 installations across Europe, North America, and beyond, with plans for further expansions in high-traffic Southern California areas like San Diego and Santa Barbara.

Aqua superPower website 

Superyachts, simply because of their sheer size and weight, are one of the hardest types of vessels to equip with a practical all-electric propulsion system.

Nuclear energy – in which reactors heat water to create steam to drive turbines to generate electricity to power electric motors – has been used since 1958 on military submarines – and has been mentioned as a possibility for superyachts many times.

I was at the World Yachting Summit in Monaco last summer where Tobias Kohl of mtu Rolls Royce suggested it may be feasible sooner than many people realize.

Safety has been one obvious issue standing in the way, but now a system from AMPERA may take away many of those concerns, and they are working with Scorpio Tankers of Monaco to develop and deploy nuclear-powered maritime energy systems. They include floating nuclear power barges in the near term and nuclear-powered vessels – including superyachts – over the longer term.

Read: World Yachting Summit highlights sustainability options

POWER magazine explains the unique concept for safe operation that AMPERA has come up.


Most nuclear reactors in operation today are critical systems, meaning the fission chain reaction is self-sustaining once initiated. AMPERA’s design takes a fundamentally different approach. Its reactor operates in a subcritical regime, meaning the core cannot sustain a chain reaction on its own. Instead, external neutron generators continuously supply the neutron flux needed to breed thorium into uranium-233 and sustain fission within the core. Turn off the neutron generators, and the reactor shuts down.

Conventional critical reactors cannot offer this kind of responsiveness; once shut down, they may require extended cool-down and restart procedures driven by xenon poisoning and other transient effects. AMPERA’s subcritical architecture, sustained by its external neutron source, is designed to allow immediate restart, stable ramp rates, and rapid power changes, making it attractive for shipboard propulsion, and other uses, especially those that require variable loads.

The neutron generator is the trigger. If more power is needed, the neutron output increases. If the reactor needs to stop, the generators are switched off and the reaction ceases. There is no residual chain reaction to manage, no days-long transient to wait out before restarting.

This doesn’t mean large vessels like tankers and superyachts will have these systems next year, but this is a big step towards a safe all-electric propulsion option. You can read the whole POWER article through the link below.

Ampera website  POWER magazine article

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Joe Grez is an experienced consumer product developer with a degree in physics and portfolio of US patents. In 2008, when he was required to put a mandatory CO2 warning on the dinghy he and his young granddaughter took to go out fishing, it made him think about the effects the exhaust and fumes had on her when she was in the boat.

He began to explore the possibilities of electric motors, and put together a design team who had hundreds of years of combined experience in electromechanical device technology and high-volume consumer products for brands like beauty care giant L’Oreal and Sonicare electric toothbrushes.

In 2017 the EP Carry electric outboard was launched and is now well proven, with hundreds of customers having logged over 73,000 hours of use on a wide variety of boats under just about every condition. Grez himself has run over 800 Nautical miles – about 920 miles, 1500 kilometres – on Salish 100 cruises and solar-powered micro-cruiser expeditions.

Now EP Carry is introducing its Gen2 model that builds on that depth of knowledge, using the same lightweight, patented design, but with improved performance and new features that emphasize ease of use, efficiency, and adaptability to a wider range of vessels and use cases. An example is the unique electronically impact-protected propeller able to move vessels up to 1,000 pounds and 19 fret in length (455 kg and 5.8m).

The new features and benefits of Gen2 can be seen in mechanical design, the electronics of electric boat propulsion, the monitoring of the battery, and general advances in battery technology, specifically the LFP type (Lithium Iron Phosphate).

The motor weight and power output are the same as the Gen1 at 14 lb (6.4 kg) and 220 watts, but a new controller system can provide a 22% boost, to 280 watts.

The EP Carry Gen2 Complete Integrated Package includes a 24V LFP battery with energy storage of 288 Watthours. On a 9 ft (2.75m) rowing dinghy the company’s tests demonstrate a runtime of 140 minutes at half power (speed: 3.4 kt / 3.9 mph / 6.3 kmph), 70 minutes at full power (speed: 4 kt / 4.6 mph / 7.4 kmph) and 50 minute with boost (speed: 4.2 kt / 4.8 mph / 7.8 kmph).

There is also the option to add another battery to double the range. For more flexibility, the Gen2 motor can be purchased alone and coupled with a 12V, 24V or 36V LFP battery from another supplier. The company says cruising ranges – even at full throttle – can exceed 20 miles (32 km) on a single charge, depending on boat and battery configurations.

Whether the battery is from EP Carry or another supplier, he decreasing cost, improved performance, safety and long life of LFP batteries provides excellent options both now and when considering future upgrades.

On the electronics side, the EP Carry battery and most off-the-shelf units now come with wireless monitors built in that can operate with the Gen2’s optional wireless Bluetooth battery monitor for users to see real-time charge levels on their smartphone. The smartphone can also facilitate wireless free firmware updates.

Mechanically, the Gen2’s has long and short shaft versions, a transom adjust system for boats with severe transom rakes, and the choice of a patented automatic release pivot clamp module or traditional tilt latch fitting.

The tiller handle is now detachable and there is an optional extension for boats where the driver has to sit farther away from the motor. A remote throttle kit is also available.

While the Gen2 was generally designed for for dinghies and other small lightweight vessels, its unique electronically impact-protected propeller can move vessels up to 1,000 pounds and 19 fret in length (455 kg and 5.8m).

A new snap-lock battery connector provides an easier, faster and more robust cable attachment. A security lock helps prevent theft at the dinghy dock.

The Gen2 Package also includes a 5-hour charger compatible with standard outlets. Solar panels are easily added for on-the-go and dockside or remote charging. Founder Grez completes cruises each year of about 100 Nm (115 mi / 185 km) with two small, onboard lightweight panels the only charging available for the LFP batteries.

Included in the Complete Integrated Package is the EP Carry Gen2 motor with choice of shaft length and tiller arm length; 24V/ 11.25 Ah / 288 Kwh battery snap lock connector cord and soft buoyant carry case; 5-hr AC charger, security lock and two magnetic safety keys.

There is a two year warranty and free direct customer troubleshooting support from factory experts as well as with downloadable or printed guides.

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Inspired by the llaut boats that have been plying the waters of the Balearic Islands since the Middle Ages, the SAMAR 50 solar electric yacht marries a hull that’s been proven over the centuries with the latest advances in zero emission propulsion. The result is impressive.

The 50 is the first model from SAMAR Yachts, who are based on Mallorca with a name derived from the local words “Sa Mar” — “The Sea”. The company says it reflects the essence of the brand: “to return yachting to its most natural state, where the experience is defined by the sea itself.”

The llaut is so central to the history of the Balearics that it has been designated an ‘Asset of Cultural Interest’ and is celebrated in various museums around the islands.

Over the centuries llauts have been fashioned for just about every conceivable use: fishing, cargo, transport of consuls and high-ranking dignitaries, leisure, even for combat and smuggling. The hull is simply unmatched for navigating the seas and winds of the Mediterranean.

They have been built in lengths from as little as 4 metres to as many as 60 metres (12 to 200 feet), but the essential design remains the same: a laurel leaf or teardrop shape (viewed from above) and low gunwales to facilitate sailing, rowing, and easy access to the water. Many also had a central opening, or cossia.

Inspired by the history, versatility and efficiency of the llaut, SAMAR has reimagined the form once again to create a 15.8 metre – 50 foot – incarnation for today’s leisure boater.

“This project started with a very clear idea — to create a yacht that allows people to experience the sea in a quieter, more natural way,” said Miguel Rigo, CEO of SAMAR Yachts. “We are not trying to add more complexity, but to remove it. The result is a boat that feels intuitive, efficient and truly connected to its surroundings.”

A key part of experiencing the sea in a quieter, more natural way is the propulsion of the SAMAR 50. There are two propulsion systems available: a serial hybrid using electric motors with diesel generator for range extension; and a parallel hybrid using four motors – two electric and two diesel.

The serial hybrid has twin 40 kW (55 hp) electric motors, for a total available power of 80 kW (110 hp). The battery pack stores 139 kWh of energy, enough by ‘rule of thumb’ measurement for the electric motors to operate at full power for about an hour and three quarters (139 kWh ÷ 80 kW = 1.75). SAMAR estimates those motors deliver a top speed of 10 knots (≈ 19 kmph / 12 mph).

There is also a system available with four motors: two 80 kW diesel engines (220 hp total) and two 30 kW electric motors (80 hp). They can give you a higher top speed of 15 kn (≈ 28 kmph / 17 mph), but the only viable reason I can see for wanting that would be to get out quickly to an island or remote piece of water. For me, the whole idea of the SAMAR 50 is not to rush anything but to enjoy every minute on the water at a leisurely pace.

That’s where the designers have done a masterful job of interpreting the functional elements that made the llaut an efficient work boat and turning them into convenient luxuries.

While the low gunwales and cossia may have originally functioned to allow nets to be hauled in or for diplomats to board and disembark with dignity, on the SAMAR 50 they are an essential element for allowing everyone on board access to enjoy the water.

The low profile gives the whole aft area the feel of a floating backyard deck, rather than a boat, particularly when the hull walls are opened out – the cossia idea – to widen the deck area with what I call ‘hull wings’.

Any and all passengers can easily walk from the sunning beds at the bow, through the cockpit and al fresco dining area to relax in the banquette style lounge seats or go a bit further and swim/dive into the water off the stern platforms. The central area is covered with a solar roof that can generate up to 5.4 kWp.

As SAMAR says in their literature: “This configuration (of the serial hybrid AND the deck layout) enables extended periods of silent and emission-free cruising under typical Mediterranean conditions, while significantly reducing reliance on conventional energy sources.”

One other notable modern aspect of the SAMAR 50 is the construction materials. Classic llauts were crafted by master carpenters, ‘masters of aixa‘ who would go into the forests to choose the perfect oak or pine timbers, sometimes even taking into consideration the phase of the Moon for the best time to cut the tree.

It’s perhaps not quite the same dedication, but SAMAR does take the environment into account by using recycled and recyclable aluminium, reflecting a long-term design philosophy focused on durability, serviceability and material efficiency.

By adapting the best of traditional boats and artisanship and combining it with the latest technologies and materials, the SAMAR 50 has created a relaxing on water environment and experience that is both elegant and luxurious in its simplicity and efficiency.

If you would like to experience it yourself, the first SAMAR 50 is now available for charter from Club de Mar in Palma, Mallorca.

SAMAR Yachts website  Club de Mar, Palma

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Founded in 2009 on the shores of one of Europe’s largest fossil-fuel-free lakes, WIA Yachts now has a line of seven all-electric models, the latest being the Hardtop version of their popular WIA 520.

It all started when a marina came up for sale on Hungary’s Lake Balaton. Central Europe’s largest lake (75 x 14 km / 50 x 10 mi), it is also known ‘the Hungarian Sea’ and has been a popular recreation spot for hundreds of years. It was one of the first European lakes to ban combustion motors for environmental reasons when boat traffic increased dramatically after World War II and into the 1970s.

The marina  opportunity was perfect for lawyer and advertising executive András Viszkei, who had been looking for a way to get out of those hectic industries and do something that involved two things he had been passionate about all his life: water and boats.

He and his family invested significant time and money into the property, adding a restaurant and hotel and expanding it to hold over 200 boats. Because of the fossil fuel restrictions those were almost exclusively sailboats, but Viszkei saw a rising demand for power boats. Electric seemed the perfect way to satisfy the market while building something he loved that would also help protect the water.

In 2009, though, there were very few electric boat motors to be found. At the beginning WIA used motors and batteries adapted from forklifts and golf carts. That was fine for their first boats, which were 7 metres long, and the precursor of the current 230 CC model. People tried them, liked them, and WIA learned and grew – along with the number of electric motor and battery suppliers in the world.

In 2013 WIA purchased an abandoned factory building, introduced a 34 foot model and the business developed into what it is today with capacity to build 15 all-electric boats per year. They include the 230, 330 ( 10m), 350 (10.5m), their best seller – the 14 metre 450 in Cabriole or Hardtop – and now the Open and Hardtop 520 (16.1m).

I had a chance to see the WIA 520 at Boot Dusseldorf and chat with András’ son Bence, who literally grew up with the company and is now Director Of Sales and Business Development.

See Plugboats Guide to Electric Exhibitors: Boot Dusseldorf 2026

The original 520 Open has been popular for a lot of reasons, one of them being the size. The 15 foot beam (4.7m) helps provide a lot of living and relaxing space.

The Hardtop really takes advantage of that space by adding the benefit of a convertible galley / salon that can be open when the weather is perfect, then partially or fully enclosed for cooler or warmer times  – with air conditioning available for hot days.

The boat can be configured a few ways to provide comfortable beds for up to 6 people along with central kitchen/galley island that has everything needed for three or four days on board without overwhelming the area.

The driving philosophy is to give the sense of a floating home where you can spend time on the water with friends and family in surroundings akin to a welcoming living room.

The central salon and galley area opens up front to a very large lounging area and aft to an area that can be used for dining or just watching the world go by. It’s here where the no-noise no-noxious-smoke-and-fumes benefits of electric propulsion can be really appreciated.

What makes relaxing there even more attractive are hull walls that open out to provide two extra platforms – sort of ‘hull wings’ – for sunning, swimming, or just dangling your feet in the water.

As the popularity and user base of WIA owners have grown, it has become more important for the builder to offer a propulsion system made by a global brand with a wide network of service partners. Fortunately that is much more possible now than it was in 2009!

The company has chosen ePropulsion, one of the world’s leading electric motor brands, to outfit the 520 with two of their 40 kiloWatt I-40 inboard motors. That makes for a total of 80 kW available (110 hp) and they are coupled with a standard battery pack of 160 kiloWatthours of energy storage that can be added to if desired.

For inland waters, lakes and coastal cruising, the 100 kilometres (54 Nm / 62 mi) is usually more than enough for most boaters and can be done without worrying at all about the battery charge. The range can be lengthened by reducing the speed, which fits well with the 520 because the design – both in terms of propulsion and living space – is to allow everyone onboard to enjoy leisurely cruising to the utmost.

The configuration I toured at Dusseldorf had a large owner’s cabin with lots of head space. I am 190 cm (6’ 3”) tall and I was able to stand in the cabin without feeling cramped in the least. I said to Bence that it feels like the boat was almost built around a bedroom, rather than having a sleeping cabin that fits in wherever possible.

That cabin also has a spacious attached bathroom. There is still room in the remainder of the lower deck for another guest cabin (and bathroom) for family or guests. The size of the owner’s cabin and head are reduced somewhat in the three cabin configuration..

“We wanted to create a boat that feels like home” says Bence, “even if it’s for a only a few days. I think the height makes a big difference. The people on board often don’t realize it, but that is what helps create that home atmosphere, the atmosphere of a very nice apartment. The floor area is not larger, but everything just feels bigger, easier, more relaxing.”

The launch of the WIA 450 is another step for this company that started out with the idea of building some small electric boats on an inland lake. The demand for their products continues to grow, and the boats can now be seen all over Europe not just on lakes, but on canals and along sea coasts.

Meanwhile, back on Balaton, the BCYC marina where it all started continues to thrive and will hold its 11th annual Green Ribbon Regatta this July 16 – 19. The event now attracts hundreds of green boaters from the Lake and beyond and is large enough to have races in a number of categories.

The weekend not only tests the abilities of the navigators and the battery packs and drivetrains of the boats – but also demonstrates how these mature and reliable high-performance technologies serve environmentally conscious sailing on ‘the Hungarian Sea’.

WIA Yachts website  Balaton Green Ribbon Regatta

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In the second race of the third season of the E1 electric speedboat series, first place was taken by the team owned by actor Will Smith – which also landed them on top of the championship standings for the first time ever.

The race took place in the shadows of the Italian Alps on Italy’s iconic Lake Como, the only race of this season’s nine events that is held on fresh water. Others are held in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), Dobrovnik (Croatia), Monaco, Luada (Angola), Lagos (Nigeria), Miami (USA) and Bahamas.

The E1 has ten teams owned by well known personalities like Smith, NFL great Tom Brady, tennis great Rafael Nadal, multi-Grammy winner Marc Anthony and others. Each team has a female and male pilot who race in one design hydrofoiling electric boats that can hit speeds of 90 kmph (50 knots / 55 mph).

Each race weekend has a day of qualifying then a day of ‘playoffs’, the finals and consolation ‘place race’. The gender of the pilot of each alternates each race, but there is no ‘women’s race’ and ‘men’s race’, all races have a mix.

Before we get to the Como event, you can click on one of the two sections below to get an Overview of the Series and/or an explanation of the Rules and Strategies.

Launched in Jeddah in January 2024, the E1 Series features ten teams racing the one design ‘RaceBird’ all-electric hydrofoiling speedboats at events held in top international ports and waterways. Each team is owned by a noted figure in the worlds of sport, entertainment and business and is led by a female and male pilot who compete in mixed genre races throughout the season. There are no ‘men’s races’ and ‘women’s races’, they are all on equal footing.

The goal of the series, aside from deciding ‘The Champions of the Water’, is to publicize and promote cutting-edge clean technologies while helping to protect and restore our planet’s coastal waters and ecosystems.

The series was founded by Alejandro Agag and Rodi Basso and is loosely patterned after the on-land Formula 1 and Formula E car events, where the emphasis is on the driver’s capabilities rather than throwing money at technology. In fact, Agag is a founder of the Formula E electric car racing series and Basso worked with Ferrari, Red Bull Racing and McLaren Applied Technologies.

The Racebird itself is designed by Sophie Horne of Seabird Technologies. The Sophie Horne. The 7 meter (23 ft) boat has hydrofoiling wings that lift the hull out of the water enabling speeds of up to 90 kmph (50 knots / 55 mph) using a 150 kW (200 brake horsepower) electric outboard system by Mercury Racing and Kreisel batteries.

The ten teams and are their owners are:

The pilots of the boats come from a wide variety of disciplines. Many, like Sam Coleman and Emma Kimmaläinen of Team Brady, came from powerboating and motorsport racing, but Maxime Nocher of Team Monaco was a kite surfing champion; Team Drogma’s Tara Pacheco was in sailboat racing; Cris Lazarraga of Team Rafa was a jetski racer and Lucas Ordóñez of Westwood first entered real life professional racing by winning a spot in a PlayStation 3 Gran Turismo competition.

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Championship: Ten teams race over 9 weekends, with points awarded for finishing place, along with some bonus points for specific achievements. The Champions of the Water are the team that accumulates most points by the end of the season.

Events: Each event is held over two days, usually a Friday and Saturday. Qualifying time trials and races are held on Day One. Day Two has Group Races which decide two of the finalists, the Race Off to determine the other four finalists, the Place Race, and two Finals races – so both the female and male co-pilots of each team help determine the outcome.

The Finals and Place Race dictate the Championship Points awarded for each weekend.

Points Awarded: Points are awarded for each placing every weekend with the Champion having the most points at the end of the season.

Points are also awarded for the three fastest Qualifiers: Fastest: 3  |  2nd: 2 |  3rd: 1.

Qualifying: There are four Qualifying Stages with teams knocked out to establish the pole positions for Saturday’s races.

Saturday Racing

The top team from each group advances directly to the Finals. The bottom team from each goes to the Place Race. The teams finishing 2-3-4 in each go to the Race Off.

Race Off: Six team single race (only one pilot from each team) with the top four finishers going to the Finals and the bottom two going to the Place Race.

Place Race: Two races, one with each team’s pilot, best averaged time. Determines places 7-10 and Championship points.

Finals: Two races, one with each team’s pilot, best averaged time. Determines places 1-6 and Championship points.

SOME GENERAL RULES:

Pilots

In the Finals, the finishing order for the first race determines pole position for the second.

Laps

The Qualifying Stages are timed on one Normal lap. The Saturday Races are six laps – one of which must be a Long Lap and one of which must be a Short Lap. Penalties are usually an extra long lap within the six laps, which could add anywhere from 20 to 35 seconds to the overall race time. 

Boosts

General Strategy

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Lake Como is the longest course on the E1 circuit, and because it is inland, is less prone to large waves and swells. That makes a difference because the boats go fastest and perform best when they are raised above the water on their hydrofoils. It’s not all ‘smooth sailing’ in Como though, the winds coming through the mountains can change conditions quickly.

Read Plugboats coverage of the other 2026 E1 Series races

Coming into this session, the championship leaders were in order: Team Aoki (owned by DJ/Producer Steve Aoki); Team Brady (Tom Brady); and Team AlUla (championed by basketball’s Lebron James). Smith’s Westbrook team was in fourth with Rafael Nadal’s Team Rafa close behind.

Friday’s qualifying Quarter Finals brought a big surprise when Aoki and Brady finished seventh and eighth and were knocked out of the Pole Shootout that determines Saturday’s group allocations.

Two other teams with disappointing Fridays were Team Rafa and Team Blue Rising (owned by Indian cricket hero Virat Kohli). One of Rafa’s laps in the Time Trials was invalidated for a wrong procedure returning to the milling area, and Blue Rising received a 4:00 penalty for a different infraction.

That’s quite the day. Brady won the first two E1 Championships, with Rafa and Blue Rising coming in second and third last season. Aoki came into Como as this year’s frontrunner…and coming out of Qualifying Day those teams were in the 7, 8, 9 and 10 positions!

Under the E1 rules, no team is eliminated after Qualifying and every team has a chance for redemption in the Saturday races, but all of these very accomplished teams and pilots had certainly made their road to the finals and the podium much more difficult than they had planned anticipated.

At the other end of qualifying, Rusty Wyatt of AlUla delivered the fastest lap of the day (1:18.667) to take the pole position for Saturday’s Group Races and Sara Price put Westbrook second with a time just 0.247 seconds slower.

Saturday’s races in the E1 Series are set up to determine which six teams will be in the Finals, which itself consists of two races. The path to get to those finals starts with the Group Stage races, where the top two teams go to the Finals and the bottom two go to the consolation Place Race. The others then battle through Race Offs to determine who else goes to which race.

Pilot John Peeters of Blue Rising flipped his bad Friday by producing two incredible starts, coming from the outside lane to take the lead and secure a spot in the weekend’s Finals. That work also earned him the PIF Pilot of the Day Award.

Aoki and Brady likewise managed to make their way to the finals and Westwood came through with a boat that had been repaired after some Friday damage. Qualifying top seed AlUla also made it to the Finals with Team Monaco rounding out the field after joining the championship only this year.

Westbrook Racing pilots Sara Price and Lucas Ordóñez both came put on top in their Finals races, followed by Peeters and Mashael Alobaidan of Blue Rising. Emma Kimiläinen of Team Brady damaged her E1 RaceBird after colliding with a course mark in Final 1, but teammate Sam Coleman was able to nurse the boat home in Final 2 to finish third overall.

Will Smith was jubilant after the victory, saying in the team owner group chat: “Finally! That one felt good” and joking “Wait, why’s Brady declining my calls?”

The results of the Como race set up a very tight top of the standings with Westwood’s 63 points putting them on top, Brady only three points back at 59 and Aoki only three points behind that! The next race, Dubrovnik June 12 and 13, could be important because both AlUla (46) and Team Blue Rising (36) cannot be counted out – especially after their performances in Como.

E1 Series website   E1 YouTube Channel

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