Electric & Hybrid Boats
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Lucietta: Venice’s first electric water taxi leads a quiet revolution
In a city built on water, the hum of diesel engines has long been part of Venice’s daily soundtrack. But on a warm summer morning at the 2025 Venice B...
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Porsche-powered electric boat, the 850 Fantom, breaks Monaco speed record
With a drivetrain from the Porsche Macan Turbo and a hull from Austrian builder Frauscher, the 850 Fantom averaged nearly 50 knots to become the faste...
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Rising quietly: Inside Vessev’s hydrofoiling revolution
From a bustling boatyard on Auckland’s waterfront to a silent, airborne glide across the Waitematā Harbour—Boating New Zealand takes an exclusive look...
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Flying on water: our first ride – Vessev’s VS–9 foiling electric craft
A quiet lift, a steady glide, and a new standard for marine mobility—our harbour test of Vessev’s next-gen electric vessel.
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Mumbai bets big on flying electric ferries to tackle congestion
Mumbai, one of the world’s most congested cities, is turning to the sea—and cutting-edge Swedish technology—to fix its overloaded transport systems. ...
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EXCLUSIVE: Behind the foils: Inside the Vessev factory
A first-hand look at how a Kiwi startup is reshaping marine manufacturing, one hydrofoil at a time.
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Global push for zero-emission vessels: GAME on for maritime electrification
The founding members of the Global Alliance for Maritime Electrification (GAME) – the International Electric Marine Association (IEMA), Zero Emission ...
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Engineering the future of boating: Monaco Energy Boat Challenge 2025
From July 1–5, 2025, the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (MEBC) returns to the iconic Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) marina, reaffirming its position as one ...
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EV Maritime launches first electric ferry in Auckland
EV Maritime, New Zealand’s leading electric ferry design and technology company, today announced the launch of its first fully electric passenger ferr...
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Fountaine Pajot’s ODSea+ hybrid electric catamarans herald new era of sustainable cruising
Fountaine Pajot has redefined sustainable cruising with the launch of its innovative ODSea+ hybrid electric system across its sailing catamaran range....
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Electric boat, Candela C-8 Polestar Edition, crosses continents in maritime first
The Swedish-made electric boat has quietly made maritime history by becoming the first of its kind to complete a crossing from Europe to Africa.
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Volvo Penta launches fully electric IPS propulsion system
New electric range marks major step towards zero-emissions boating with integrated helm-to-prop solutions and scalable performance
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ExploMar’s SUPER/ISLAND battery platform unlocks 200km range for electric boats
ExploMar has officially launched its groundbreaking **SUPER/ISLAND Battery Platform**, a high-capacity, modular system designed to push electric boats...
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World’s largest electric ferry launches in Tasmania, representing a maritime game-changer
In a bold move for the future of green shipping, Tasmanian shipbuilder Incat has launched the world’s largest fully electric ferry—marking a global tu...
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Electrifying the future, E1 Series keeps pushing what’s possible while making history
There’s been plenty of talk lately about how boating’s evolving, and we’ve been keeping a close eye on the UIM E1 World Championsh...
Vision Marine Technologies files a new patent application for their cutting-edge Independent Fault D...
Vision Marine Technologies has filed a new patent application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, reinforcing its commitment to advanc...
What? Mermaiding at a boat show?!? boot Dusseldorf has it all.
At first glance, Düsseldorf might seem an unlikely location for a major boat show—it’s an inland city, far from the ocean or any major lakes.
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The World’s Fastest Electric Surfboard
The X-Jet Xtreme claims to be the fastest electric surfboard with a record-breaking top speed of 42mph (68kph), setting a new benchmark in the world o...
Toyota Hydrogen Fuel Cells: Powering the Future of Marine Vessels
Hydrogen fuel cell technology has emerged as a pivotal innovation in the pursuit of zero-emission solutions for various industries.
Fullers electric hydrofoil ferry
Vessev, a global leader in sustainable marine technology, showcased its VS-9 electric hydrofoil, complete with cabin and interior, during the final ph...
ENVGO Launches All-Electric NV1 Hydrofoil Craft: A New Era in Eco-Friendly Boating
ENVGO has made waves in the boating industry with the introduction of its all-electric NV1 hydrofoil craft.
Fullers electric hydrofoil ferry
Vessev, a global leader in sustainable marine technology, showcased its VS-9 electric hydrofoil, complete with cabin and interior, during the final ph...
Ovlov Marine
We are New Zealands largest Volvo Penta Dealer. Providing servicing and on site maintenance for a large range of engines and drive systems. We specialise in Volvo Penta and Yamaha outboards. We have...
Bauer Compressors
When it comes to reliable, high-quality dive compressors, Bauer is a name synonymous with performance and durability. Known for their engineering expertise and rigorous standards, Bauer, a German man...
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Whether you’re launching from a remote beach, cruising to your favourite fishing spot, or hauling gear to a secluded bach, the 2023 Sealegs 8I Alloy Cabin is built to do it all—without a boat ramp in sight.