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The ELIGHT 40 is the ultimate solar electric catamaran in terms of efficiency, range, speed, availability, versatility and enjoyment.  

After 5 years in the electric catamaran market we have developed the model T for Solar Electric Yachts.

Charter and Owners layouts available for ~500k!

The 6 kwh solar array feeds the large 48v propulsion bank which supplies two 48v, direct drive electric motors.  All house electronics are stepped down from 48v making this both a simple and powerful system.  

Using solar alone speeds approach 5 knots.  

Enough battery for over 10 hours of operation . 

Available in full electric!

Run all household electronics for days without shore power or a generator!

The world is a beautiful place;

Nova Luxe Yachts strives to keep it that way by not polluting.

SERIAL HYBRID

LOA: 40' •  Beam: 21' •  Maximum Draft: 2'5"

Bridge Clearance: 12' •  Dry Weight: 12,800 lbs

Brand: Buyers Choice •  Model: 15/ 30/ 45/ 60kw  

Type: Inboard •  Fuel Type: Electric •  Power: 45hp -150hp

FUEL SYSTEM

6 KW SOLAR ARRAY ​  • Singlehand  • Live Autonomously   Operate with Zero Emissions   • 10+ Knot Top Speed     Operate All Day as Electric  • 4+ Hours, 6+ Knots  

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

60+ kWh of Stored Power  • LifePO4 batteries  

*6kW DC Genset  • Fully Charge Overnight 

• Efficient 48v System  • Remote Monitoring 

110v/220v Appliances  • Modular, Future Proof Design

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NATURAL YACHTS

Book now for season 2025 reserve the electric northman yachts for your boating holiday.

first zero-emission line northman Yachts

Electric & fuel cell powered, 100% electric charter fleet, to fleet overview.

NOrthman 1200

Electric & fuel cell powered, 100% electric.

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*nominated for the hiswa boat of the year 2024*.

northman Nexus Revo 870

Also available with convertible.

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*European Powerboat of the year 2023*

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VOYAGE 480e

Your yacht. your experience., eco friendly  sailing vacations.

Experience silent electric motors onboard this performance, eco friendly yacht! All systems are quietly powered by large capacity batteries and recharged by solar, hydro generation and a high efficiency auxiliary generator. A modern design that offers comfortable accommodations integrated in beautiful hulls beneath a perfect sail plan.

Disconnect. Unwind. Recharge.

Spacious & comfortable  accommodations.

The 480e provides modern, plush king and queen, en-suite cabins for up to 10 guests along with ample drawer and closet storage for all on board.

Bareboat Charter

• 10 Passengers
• 2 King Beds
• 2 Queen Beds
• 0 Double Beds
• 2 Single Beds

Yacht & Captain

• 8 Passengers
• 1 Queen Bed

All Inclusive Crewed

• 7 Passengers
• 1 Single Bed

Relax onboard your yacht

Unwind at the social bar or in the elegant, airy, and finely-appointed salon. Prepare fabulous meals in the well-equipped gourmet galley. Among other onboard amenities are a water maker and ice maker, which all further enhance your time aboard this stunning yacht.

Elegant, roomy and modern

The beautifully appointed en-suite king and queen cabins all offer fine linens, natural and ambient lighting, air conditioning, ample closet space, as well as in-cabin basin with vanity.

Relax. Rest.  Refresh.

An exhilarating electric  sailing experience.

VOYAGE catamarans are leading the way with their exciting cleaner, greener, eco friendly yacht design without compromise to performance or comfort. Step onboard your electric yacht at VOYAGE Landing and experience a spacious and stylish cockpit that includes a state of the art BBQ. Memorable times lie ahead…

Landing at VOYAGE charters

Arriving late for a sleep aboard, or returning early for one last night on the dock, enjoy the vibrant, blue underwater lights and the aquatic life they attract! Not to mention the beautiful statement they make, along with the blue lights up the mast - you will always be able to find Your VOYAGE Yacht in any anchorage!

There is no worry about noisy engines or plugging into shore power; you’re on an electric boat!

Lifting your dingy is as easy as 1, 2 3, and we’ll show you how when you board your Electric Yacht.

Timeless design meets state-of-the-art technology

More spacious, bolder with premium levels of elegance and comfort. The 80 Series combines our state-of-the-art solar electric drivetrain with unmatched refinement. Her timeless exterior and modern interior features bespoke design by none other than renown Italian yacht designer Marco Casali. Highly advanced hydrodynamics make for an incredibly smooth cruising experience. She can be either configured with a flybridge or as a 3-deck version and can easily accomodate additional crew.

Specification

Deck options, silent 8o 3-deck open.

A complete third deck instead of the flybridge provides a total 84 m² of sky lounge space. The open sides create an outdoor ambience which offers a perfect mixture of sun and shade for relaxing owners and guests. Of course, the open third deck can be customized towards the owner´s needs.

Silent 8O 3-Deck Closed

The closed 3-deck version features an owner’s suite with a private 41 m² aft terrace. Those who value sharing their experiences on board can opt for an indoor lounge instead. It is comprised of a 39 m² dining area, fully equipped with a bar and galley, while still maintaining the same terrace in the aft.

Silent 8O Flybridge

Just as the 60 Series, the 80 Series can also be configured with a retractable flybridge. With 53 m² of space, the flybridge version already offers plenty of room and is equipped with a dedicated helm station to steer the yacht while enjoying the 360° view.

3-Deck Open

3-Deck Closed

Version 1 (4+2 Cabins)

Version 2 (4+2 Cabins)

Solar-electric yachting advantages

Unlimited range, noiseless cruising, zero emission, minimal maintenance, powertrains, 8o series highlights.

Tender garage

In the aft of the portside hull, the staircase can be raised to reveal a fully enclosed tender garage. It fits tenders with a maximum length of up to 5.20 m, such as the Silent Tender 520, and has a direct charging point to recharge electric tenders with energy produced by the yacht.

Largest salon area

When compared to other catamarans of similar size, the 52 m² salon of the 80 Series leads with the largest amount of interior space. This creates a lounge like ambiance which offers all the necessities such as a fully equipped galley to enjoy your stay on board.

Aft storages

Inside the bridgedeck there is a large storage for water toys. Additionally, in the starboard side there is another storage compartment for diving gear, bicycles and motorbikes which can be accessed through hydraulically liftable stairs from the aft.

Owner'suite

The choice of an owner’s suite on the 3rd deck adds to the exclusive appeal of the Silent 80. With the entire deck measuring 80 m², it comes with an en-suite bathroom and a private terrace in the aft offering direct access to the sunbed.

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TradeWinds Debuts 59-foot TWe6 Smart Electric Yacht

• By Andrew Parkinson
• April 10, 2024

With its unmistakable aqua-and-­orange color scheme emanating from twin hulls, the Fountaine Pajot Samana 59 Aurora was easy to spot in the pack of competing rallyists at the 2024 Caribbean Multihull Challenge out of St. Maarten in February. Yet while the first-time participant managed to steer clear of any winners’ circles (sorry, Team Aurora ), it certainly found itself a standout in perhaps the most important category of all: eco-conscious cruising. 

TradeWinds, whose experiences blend the best of the cruising life with protecting and preserving the environment, used this year’s CMC Rally as a shakedown cruise for the much-anticipated 59-foot TWe6 Smart Electric Yacht from Fountaine Pajot. The boat’s power generation comes from hydro, solar and wind. Designed and built in partnership with EODev, a specialist in industrial solutions using hydrogen, the Fountaine Pajot 59 Aurora is the world’s first production cruising catamaran with 100 percent electric ­propulsion that uses hydrogen as an energy source. This prototype, a Samana 59 Smart Electric X REXH2, is named after the electro-hydrogen generator that it carries.

The system is based on three operating modes. The first mode is fully electric. A battery of 60 kWh, powered by solar panels and hydraulic energy similar to that on board the Aura 51 Smart Electric, allows the boat to be autonomous at anchor and during several hours when sailing. 

The second mode integrates green hydrogen as a source of energy storage, allowing for hybrid electro-hydrogen operation. Hydrogen, under pressure, feeds a 70 kW fuel cell that supplies electricity to the electric motors. EODev says that this fuel-cell technology, in addition to addressing decarbonization, allows for an increased life span of the system equivalent to three times that of traditional diesel equipment. In use, the operation is similar to a hydrogen hybrid car, with recharging possibility at port via hydrogen terminals. This mode, coupled with solar panels and hydrogen generation, provides autonomy at anchor for several weeks, and five hours of motor navigation at a speed of 7 knots. 

The third mode is diesel ­hybrid. A small backup generator will take over during situations that require prolonged use of the engines, with no possibility of recharging with hydrogen. 

In standard use, with a ­laden displacement slightly more than the standard FP59 catamaran’s, Aurora is expected to be self-sufficient, with zero emissions for up to a week. There’s one caveat: access to hydrogen recharging. For the time being, no infrastructure exists in ports. 

However, TradeWinds and Dream Yacht Worldwide have ordered 10 Fountaine Pajot electric catamarans—so the future will in some way need to include marina recharging stations. Watch this space for more information.

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ALCHEMY Motor yacht for charter

• Length: 65.7m (215.5ft)
• 12 guests in 6 cabins
• Built: 2023, Rossinavi, Italy

Dynamic, striking. Luxury redefined with spirited elegance.

• Winner of the World Superyacht Awards 2024
• Young and dynamic crew including spa therapist & Pilates/yoga instructor
• Full beam gym with state of the art equipment
• Dedicated spa, complete with sauna and waterside access
• Large drop-down swim platform
• 230 bottle wine cellar
• Extensive list of water sports equipment including seabobs, e-foils, paddle boards, jet skis and a vast array of inflatables

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Launched in 2023, ALCHEMY marries striking exterior lines from the naval architects Vitruvius Yachts, penned by Phillipe Briand, with luxurious and modern interior and outdoor areas by Enrico Gobbi and a hybrid diesel-electric powertrain, all delivered by the famously-stylish Rossinavi shipyard.

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• Length: 73.6m (241.4ft)
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• Length: 73.2m (240.1ft)
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• Built: 2018, Admiral, Italy

Rate from EUR 558,000*† per week

• Length: 73m (239.4ft)
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• Built: 2006 (refitted 2018), Lurssen-Werft, Germany

• Length: 70m (229.7ft)
• Built: 2016, Feadship, Royal Van Lent, The Netherlands

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The All-Electric Yacht Evolution

• By David Schmidt
• January 13, 2022

The powerboat drivers idle near their starting lines off Monaco, waiting for the signal to punch the throttles. But they’re different from those who have raced here since 1904: These nine boats are competing in the Solar Class at the 2021 Monaco Energy Boat Challenge.

Every July, the Monaco Yacht Club organizes this race, which features next-generation technologies. This year, after five days of competition—including a 16-nautical-mile-lap race, slalom racing and a championship race—the Dutch-flagged Sunflare solar team claimed top honors in the sun-powered class.

Is their boat’s top speed of about 29 knots going to break any world speed records? No. But the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge is a harbinger of recreational boating’s not-so-distant future.

That future, of being carbon-free, has been a long time coming. German inventor Moritz von Jacobi created an early electric boat in 1839, a 24-footer that could carry 14 passengers at roughly 2.6 knots. In 1882, Anthony Reckenzaun, an Austria-born electrical engineer, built Electricity , a steel-hulled launch with onboard batteries that was considered one of the first “practical” electric vessels. Other innovations continued until circa 1910, when Ole Evinrude’s gasoline-fired outboards began their own revolution.

Now, a century later, electric yachts harness technologies such as solar panels, electric drivetrains, lightweight construction in carbon fiber, lithium-based batteries and, in some cases, hydrofoils. These boats’ performance, comfort and range can rival some traditionally powered yachts—and they are clean and quiet. Much like Teslas, they sometimes also come with memorable acceleration curves.

Contemporary electric boats range in size and complexity. There are displacement monohulls such as Zin Boat’s 20-foot Z2T and Z2R and X Shore’s 26-foot Eelex 8000. There are hydrofoilers such as the upcoming Navier 27 (see sidebar). There are also boats like those contesting the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, as well as bluewater cruisers with multiple hulls.

“The first advantage is space,” says Michael Köhler, CEO of Silent-Yachts . “Catamarans have more surface area, which benefits the number of solar panels that can be installed.”

Other advantages of multiple hulls in electric-boat design include increased form stability (no ballasted keels) and reduced drag. “This low resistance means they’re better suited for electric motoring, as they need a lot less energy to move than monohulls,” says Nicolas Lapp, Sunreef Yachts’ strategy consultant for research and development.

One key to reducing a yacht’s energy requirements involves reducing its displacement. “The lighter the yacht, the less energy is needed to move it,” Köhler says. “For this reason, our yachts are made of lightweight carbon fiber.”

While all of the yachts discussed in this article can be charged via shore-supplied AC power, cruisers typically want greater autonomy. To that end, Silent-Yachts and Sunreef Yachts use solar panels. The team at Silent-Yachts specs its panels from California-based SunPower, while Sunreef Yachts created the marine industry’s first flexible solar panels, which are flush-mounted on hulls, masts and superstructures.

Aesthetics matter in yachting, and not everyone wants to cruise aboard a solar farm. Here, Lapp sees an opportunity. “If you want sustainability to be cool and attract the attention of new generations, the appeal of the product is something you cannot neglect,” he says. “Seamless integration of the solar panels was a way for us to prove that sustainability [can] generate green power [and] cool looks.” (After all, no one buys a Tesla because it looks like a Chevy.)

While the Caribbean and Mediterranean are blessed with abundant lumens, other world-class cruising grounds—say, the Pacific Northwest—aren’t equally illuminated. Because of this, electric cruising yachts typically also include redundant systems to ensure that the navigation lights stay on without heading to a marina.

“Every Silent yacht is equipped with a backup generator,” Köhler says. “This makes sure you never run out of energy, even when facing longer periods of unfavorable weather conditions.”

Rainy-day alternatives can include other green-power solutions. Sunreef Yachts typically specs dual wind generators atop its yachts’ rooftops. However, Lapp is realistic about their capabilities.

“Wind turbines can only supply a small fraction of the energy that our solar panels can,” he says, explaining that, in the right conditions, Sunreef’s panels typically generate 40 times more juice than the turbines. “What’s nice about working with wind is that your generators work all the time.” That includes under navigation, at the dock and throughout the night.

Energy sources aside, these experts say that high-quality batteries offering high performance are critical. Larger-capacity battery banks ensure more power reserves, but adding them can affect a yacht’s performance.

“The weight of the battery banks is also an important factor, as it can reduce or increase the overall efficiency,” Köhler says.

Battery performance is also critical for electric-powered coastal craft. One example is X Shore’s Eelex 8000, which has a high-performance 225 kW electric motor and dual 63 kWh lithium-ion batteries that can be charged anywhere there’s a power socket, or supercharged using the same technology as electric cars.

“The batteries can be charged in five to eight hours with three-phase power plugs and one to two hours with superchargers,” says Elias Wästberg, X Shore’s project manager.

While superchargers don’t exist in the middle of oceans, builders of electric-powered bluewater boats have already done this math. Silent-Yachts says its power catamarans are built to offer transatlantic autonomy, but a lot depends on how the owner uses the boat to minimize energy consumption.

“During sunny conditions, a general rule of thumb is that cruising at 6 knots maintains a balance between consumption and production,” Köhler says. “This basically means unlimited range. …The main thing that owners can do to increase range is reduce speed and turn off any appliances.”

This begs the question: Do owners need to downshift their expectations for onboard comfort when going electric?

“There’s no need to make any sacrifices or closely monitor energy levels,” Lapp says. “A lot of energy saving is done automatically. For example, at night, the air-conditioning system focuses solely on selected areas and cabins. … It consumes 70 percent less energy than most systems.”

And should the battery banks get thirsty, there’s always the generator.

Cruising with zero emissions might be a selling point for some customers, but one need not squeeze trees to embrace yachting’s future. “Running costs and maintenance levels are much lower compared to regular-motor catamarans,” Köhler says.

Then, there are unquantifiable returns. “You get to enjoy the absolute luxury of cruising in total silence and without disturbing the marine life around you,” Lapp says, adding that this experience helps owners create “better connections with the environment.”

Finally, there can also be the grin factor. “The Eelex 8000 can accelerate from 0 to 20 knots in 4.2 seconds,” Wästberg says. “The software captures 150 data points every second, allowing for real-time analytics of battery and engine performance, including temperature, humidity, pressure, location and the craft’s system status.”

While electric yachts boast some impressive capabilities, free lunches are unicorns. Electric yachts don’t emit carbon dioxide, but their carbon footprint likely deepens with stem-to-stern life-cycle assessments of their photovoltaic panels, carbon-fiber hulls and lithium-based batteries. Then there’s the inconvenient financial truth that all batteries have a finite number of charge cycles and eventually need refitting. Also, for now, diesel mechanics greatly outnumber certified electric-boat technicians, especially in remote locales.

Still, few people gifted with foresight would have bet against Evinrude’s outboards in the early 20th century. The same holds true for today’s electric boats. One only has to look at the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge to realize that some of the brightest minds in the marine and technology fields are committed to a carbon-free future.

Couple this trend with the fact that electric yachts are already providing better performance and compromise-free cruising, and yachting’s future is looking bright (green).  

Navier Boats teamed up with Paul Bieker, an America’s Cup-winning naval architect and hydrofoil expert, to create the Navier 27. It delivers 30-plus-knot top speeds or a 75-nautical-mile range at slower speeds. While impressive, hydrofoils require active control, which is a crux that Navier solved by creating an autonomous foil-control system.

Sunreef 100 Eco

It’s one thing to build a solar-powered vessel for the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge; it’s a different challenge to build an electric 100-footer that can accommodate 12 guests and five crewmembers. The Sunreef 100 Eco’s flexible solar panels mean this cat can accommodate 2,610 square feet of solar-farm space and generate up to 46 kilowatts per hour of DC power, which should keep its high-performance lithium-ion batteries topped off. 

Hands on the Helm

While the Navier 27 will initially require human hands on its helm, down-the-road software releases are expected to enable autonomous driving.

Panel Planners

While photovoltaic panels can be fitted to any yacht, catamarans present themselves as an ideal platform, given their beam and broader coach-roof space.

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Electrification – Electric Boat is the Future of Yacht Charter Industry

Current status in nautical industry.

If we observe the automotive industry, electrification is already there, and you can find solid solutions for cars propelled by the electric energy. Where within a nautical industry you can count fully functional electric boat solutions on the fingers of one hand. There are hybrid solutions for speedboats, sailing yachts, catamarans, and even large commercial boats, but they are still not used in mass production. Such hybrid solutions are still more exception rather than the rule.

All that could change rather quickly in the following years. With a rapid development of battery technologies which are now smaller in size and more durable, soon it will be a common thing to see an electric speedboat that is gliding on the sea surface while all you can hear will be waves splashing.

Electric engines are, in essence, perfectly suited for the boats. Since boats longer than five meters weigh around one ton (and more when equipped with an engine and all the equipment), they have to struggle to overcome the resistance of water. Electric boat engines are developing maximum torque from 0 rpm and push a boat instantly through the water. Classic internal combustion engines, even diesel engines, have to reach a certain rpm (1000-1500) to deliver maximum power and torque, and push the boat forward through water, which means you have to wait for some time for an engine response. In that sense electric propelled boats have better control when manoeuvring in tight spaces.

Charter industry

More boat manufacturers are adopting electric engines as propulsion for sailing yachts. Charter industry is dominated by sailing yachts and sailors that are generally more inclined towards environmental protection than their sailor colleagues that are sailing on speed boats and motor yachts. Having that in mind, most of charter clients will generously accept electric engines on sailing yachts entering the charter industry.

Charter sailing yachts equipped with electric propulsion will have a higher yacht rental price compared with sailing yachts equipped with internal combustion engines, but you will have no gasoline expense at the end of the week. In line with that, there will be no waiting in line at the petrol station which can save you a few hours and tons of nerves. You will simply charge your batteries while you are in a marina connected to the shore power.

Also, if there is possibility to connect to the three-phase electricity connection , the boat will be charged in less than an hour. Normal two-phase electrical connection will take a few hours to charge your batteries, but if you are staying in a marina overnight, you can be sure that the boat will be charged and ready to sail out in the morning. In case a yacht is equipped with a generator, the drivetrain batteries can use it as a power source.

There are yachts which can charge their battery by using solar panels mounted on the boat as a power source. We are talking about motor catamarans since they have a rooftop surface which can accommodate enough solar panels to generate sufficient amount of electricity to charge the batteries. Those solar panels acquire enough energy to propel air conditioning and all electric appliances on a yacht (fridge, stove, navigation instruments, freezer, water maker, washing machine, dinghy engine, electric scooter). Solarwave 46 yacht is opening new doors of freedom for sailors which would like to stay out on the seas for longer and not visiting marinas every second or third day.

Proven solution

The yacht went through rough testing lasting five years. Very significant to charter industry is the fact that there was no need for maintenance during that testing period. The yacht sailed more than 12,000 nautical miles, where engines had more than 2,000 working hours, and no maintenance was required to the engines or solar panels. Such reduction of maintenance costs for charter companies could mean a world. This means significant reduction of fixed maintenance costs , but also more working hours on disposal for charter staff to handle other issues on boats. The end result is a satisfied client (odds for client to encounter engines malfunction during charter period would be reduced almost to zero), while there is more time to prepare the boat for a client to experience superior service.

Sailing yacht as an electric boat

Sailing yachts are not yet ready for such electrification because of the small surface where you can mount the solar panels – it is not sufficient to charge all the appliances and powertrain batteries. There is a very nice solution in a form of Hanse 315 propelled by electric engine with rudder-drive system. Solution for sailing yachts can be found in a form of a silent generator (hybrid system), which would be able to charge engine batteries and appliances without disturbing silence.

Motor yacht as an electric boat

Motor yachts are a category of their own for their large size and mass. On such yachts you can find large surfaces for mounting solar panels which could charge the batteries, but for twin engines with a power of 1,000 HP that is just not enough. There are some manufacturers with hybrid power solutions for motor yachts on the market, and that is the path towards the boat building industry should strive. During Cannes Yachting Festival a new generation of fully electric propelled motor yachts will be revealed, SolarImpact . We know the boat will be 78-foot long with a possibility to be operated by one person only. The yacht will be self-sufficient, meaning all the electric devices on board will be powered through solar panels (300 m2 of solar surface). Find out more about SolarImpact yacht in this article .

Speed boats, sailing yachts, catamarans, motor yachts, and other pleasure yachts are chartered mostly on the most fascinating places. For that reason it would be very wise for boat building community to continue the development of electric propulsion systems in order to preserve natural beauties , so the generations to come could enjoy boating on such amazing places as well.

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The Pros, Cons, and Future of Electric Yachts and Sailboats

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• Last updated: April 27, 2022

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If you sail you likely spend considerable time—and money—cleaning, fixing, and worrying about your diesel or gas engine. When it comes to safety, your backup propulsion is as important as your sails. Can you rely on electric motors for safety? What are the pros and cons of buying an electric sailboat?   

Diesel engines are reliable, but they pollute. Diesel (and gas) engines emit greenhouse gasses and exhaust that includes particulate matter and carcinogens that are a risk to human health. 

Until recently, alternatives to marine diesel engines were limited. Boat owners could carry out their own repower projects or purchase expensive commercial electric motors. Storage capacity was a problem.

Fortunately, the winds are shifting and there are now numerous high quality and economically competitive alternatives to traditional marine engines. In this article we describe the pros and cons of purchasing a new motor or repowering an existing engine. We also describe the market for marine electric propulsion systems and identify leading boat builders, manufacturers, and installers.

Why do we need electric sailboats?

The climate is warming and we continue to pump greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere at a torrid pace. Transport emissions, including road, rail, air and marine transportation, account for nearly a quarter of global CO 2 emissions. 1 https://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar5/wg3/transport/ According to the United Nation’s International Maritime Organization , marine traffic accounts for nearly 3% of the world's CO ­­­ 2 emissions.

While emissions from recreational boaters are less than those from shipping and fishing fleets, they are still considerable. According to an estimate from electricmotoryachts.com , if just 5% of the roughly 13 million registered boats in the United States today repowered with electric, boaters would eliminate an estimated 1 billion pounds of CO 2 emissions. Scaled across boaters around the world, the potential for boaters to meaningfully reduce greenhouse gas emissions is significant.

Exposure to diesel emissions also poses health risks. The smallest particulate matter can contribute to heart attacks, strokes, and lung disease. High exposure to small particulates can impair brain development in children. The International Agency for Research on Cancer , part of the World Health Organization (WHO), classifies diesel engine exhaust as carcinogenic to humans.   

Is there a market for marine electric propulsion?

Global concern over climate is leading to a revolution in how we produce and use renewable energy. This is particularly true in the transportation sector. Sales of electric cars in 2019 increased 40%. In 2020, Tesla motors alone produced almost 500,000 new electric vehicles. This helped to propel Elon Musk to become the world’s wealthiest person. Electric vehicle penetration is still just about 3% but growing dramatically 2 https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/automotive-and-assembly/our-insights/mckinsey-electric-vehicle-index-europe-cushions-a-global-plunge-in-ev-sales# A key factor driving this growth, according to the European Patent Office (EPO) and the International Energy Agency, is innovation in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and other storage technology. Batteries now account for nearly 90% of all patenting activity in the area of electricity storage. Between 2005 and 2018, patenting activity in batteries and related electricity storage technologies grew four times faster than the average of all technology fields. 3 https://www.iea.org/reports/innovation-in-batteries-and-electricity-storage

It is clear we are reaching a tipping point for electric automobiles and trucks 4 https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/jan/22/electric-vehicles-close-to-tipping-point-of-mass-adoption . Is the marine sector also experiencing an electric revolution?

The market for marine electric propulsion systems is lagging what is happening with cars and trucks. However, the potential for growth in this sector is extraordinary. In an article published in Yachting World, Christoph Ballin, CEO of electric motor manufacturer Torqueedo, estimated that only about 1.3% of marine propulsion systems are electric. 5 https://www.yachtingworld.com/features/future-yachting-smart-technology-126136 According to an article published in 2017 by IDTechEx there are over 100 manufacturers of electric boats and ships with an estimate of more than $20 billion in global sales by 2027 for non-military boats. According to the IDTechEx report, recreational boats are the largest—and fastest—growing electric marine market by sales.

The growth potential is enormous considering the size of the recreation economy. In the United States alone, in 2019 outdoor recreation generated US$ 788 billion dollars in output. 6 https://boatingindustry.com/news/2020/11/12/orr-provides-breakdown-of-latest-recreation-economy-data/  An estimated $37 billion of this came from retail sales of boats, engines, accessories and marine services. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account (ORSA) data, Boating and fishing was the largest conventional activity for the nation as a whole, adding  US$ 23.6 billion to the economy. This was the largest conventional activity in 30 states and the District of Columbia and the second largest activity in 11 states. 7 https://boatingindustry.com/news/2020/11/12/orr-provides-breakdown-of-latest-recreation-economy-data/

Pros and Cons of Electric Motors for Boats

What are the pros and cons of electric motors for sailing?

Pros of electric propulsion

• Less noise : Electric motors are quieter than diesel engines and nearly vibration free.
• Lower long-term cost : Motors last a long time and require no fuel. You need batteries and electricity, but the sun and wind can recharge your batteries. You won't need to constantly change engine fluids, filters, or worry about leaks or old tanks.
• Cleaner and healthier: You won't end up with an oily mess in the engine room and bilge
• No emissions, no exhaust : Passengers and crew won't be exposed to hazardous fumes and particulates. You won't be spewing out carbon pollution.
• Instant power: Electric motors can go from zero to full torque instantaneously. Motors do not need to wait for engines to warm up.
• Weight and storage : Electric propulsion systems are typically less heavy than equivalent diesel systems. OceanPlanetEnergy.com estimates that electric propulsion systems are typically 1/3 the weight of diesel systems. This depends, however, on the weight of your battery bank.
• Easier maintenance and lower costs: Electric motors are simpler and easier to maintain than diesel generators. OceanPlanetEnergy.com estimates that maintenance costs could be 1/20 of the maintenance costs of a diesel engine in the first decade, even less over time because of electric propulsion systems use far fewer moving parts.
• Increased reliability and safety : Fewer moving parts translates into fewer breakdown which means which means more safety.
• Regeneration:   Batteries can be recharged while sailing using, solar, wind, and hydro generation systems.  For example, at sailing speeds over 6 knots Oceanvolt systems are reportedly able to generate significant power for recharging the battery bank.
• Improved maneuverability: Electric motors have high torque at low RPM, which can make maneuvering in tight spaces like marinas more precise. Electric motors can switch from forward to backward instantaneously.

Cons of electric propulsion

• Range anxiety: Depending on your battery bank and ability to recharge, you may have less range with an electric motor compared to a diesel engine.
• Cost: Electric motors can be expensive relative to combustion engines, but costs are plummeting.
• Lack of familiarity : Sailors familiar with traditional engines may not feel prepared or comfortable to switch to a new form of power.
• Fires: There can be a small risk of fires from batterie with improper maintenance, but this is also true with internal combustion engines.
• Charging time: Recharging batteries can take time, but charging times are changing quickly. Tesla V3 Superchargers support peak rates of up to 250kW per car, which translates to about 75 miles of charge in 5 minutes for a Model 3 and charge at rates of up to 1,000 miles per hour 8 https://www.tesla.com/blog/introducing-v3-supercharging . In January 2021 the Israeli company StoreDot announced new “exreme-fast-charging” lithium-ion batteries that could charge a car battery capable of 100 miles of charge in 5 minutes.   It will only be a matter of time before similar speed and capacity is available for boaters.

Industry Leaders

Who are industry leaders in the electric sailboat space?

Electric propulsion companies

Numerous companies produce electric and hybrid propulsion systems for the marine sector. Some of the best known and highest quality brands that provide electric propulsion systems for yachts and sailboats include:

• Elco Motor : Elco is one of the industry leaders in this field. The company has been around for more than 125 years and now produces a wide range of outboard and inboard electric and hybrid propulsion systems. 
• OceanVolt : The Finnish company is one of the industry leaders in electric propulsion. The company produces a wide range of electric propulsion systems for monohulls and multihulls. The company has provided cutting-edge electric propulsion systems for Vendée Globe racers, including Alex Thompson’s Hugo Boss and Conrad Colman in 2017, and other racers like French Olympic sailor Damien Seguin.
• Torqeedo : When Torqeedo was founded in 2004, concepts like “clean tech” and “electromobility” were just a glimmer in Mother Earth’s eye.  One of the pioneers in the modern marine electric propulsion sector, Torqeedo is now one of the market leaders. The company offers outboard and inboard electric motors and hybrid drive systems ranging from 0.5 km to 100 kw in addition to diverse accessories from lithium batteries and solar charging equipment to smartphone apps.
• Aquamot : This German company produces in-house electric propulsion systems for electric for boats and ships, including motors, batteries, and chargers.
• Kraeutler Elektromotoren produces a wide range of industrial, ship drive, and boat motors, including drive units for motor and sailing boats.

Electric sailboat manufacturers

Who builds sailboats with electric motors?

Electric propulsion is going mainstream. Dozens of boat builders are building electric-only boats (like SoelYachts.com and Silent-Yachts.com ). Some traditional yacht builders now offer electric propulsion options—and this will likely grow to include all major manufacturers in coming years. Examples of leading yacht manufacturers that include electric propulsion options include:   

• Arcona Yachts : A leading builder of high quality yachts from Sweden, Arcona is starting to offer high quality zero-emission models, such as the Arcona 415 .
• Alva Yachts : The German luxury electric yacht brand has designed both mult-hull (non-sail) and monohul (sail) boats. The company’s 25-m Ocean Sail 82 was designed with a hybrid propulsion system and a high capacity battery bank.
• Baltic Yachts : The Finish producer of luxury yachts and a world leaders in advanced composite yacht building in 2020 selected Oceanvolt for the company’s 68-foot Café Racer manufactured in Finland. The Javier Jaudenes designed boat is just over 20 meters long and 5.5 meters wide. 
• In 2001 Elan Yachts and Oceanvolt agreed to partner to build a full range of electric-powered yachts ranging from the luxurious GT6 to the the sporty E-Line performance cruisers.
• Hanse Yachts : The world’s third largest boat builder, Hanse produces the Hanse 315, which includes an electric rudder-drive option.
• Salona Yachts : A Croatian boatbuilder, Salona builds the Salona 46, a fast, comfortable, and luxurious electric yacht and winner of the Best Green Boat Award at the  Newport International Boat Show . 
• Sunreef Yachts Eco :   A manufacturer of luxury bespoke multihulls, Sunreef Yachts Eco catamarans are equipped with composite-integrated solar panel systems and lightweight batteries for energy efficiency and environmentally-conscious luxury cruising.
• Wally : The Dutch yacht builder produces, among its many other models, the 11.35 meter Wallynano MKII, which relies on an OceanVolt electric propulsion system
• Zen Yachts : A new company established in 2021, Zen builds what it claims is the world's first series production catamaran equipped with a wingsail.

Electric conversion companies

Who can help me convert my sailboat to electric propulsion?

A growing number of companies are dedicated to helping boat builders and individuals convert their yachts. These companies may provide design and support options for advanced battery systems, solar and wind systems, hydrogenation, and overall system design. Some of these companies produce their own electric motors and systems. Leading companies in the field include:

• OceanPlanet Energy : This company includes some of the giants of the industry. Bruce Schwab was the first American to officially finish the Vendee Globe. Nigel Calder is one of the best known sailing technology writers, including his must-read classic, Boatowner’s Mechanical and Electrical Manual. The company provides energy storage, charging, and monitoring systems; system design and consulting.
• Electric Yacht : The Minnesota, USA-based company with the eponymous name supports sailors interested in electric propulsion systems. The company helps boaters design and size system and provides motor kits, batteries, chargers, and other components. The company provides examples of conversion projects on its website.
• e Marine Systems specializes in distributing solar panels, wind generators, electric propulsion drives, inverters, and energy storage systems. The company is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.
• Naval DC produces both “pure” solar and hybrid electric systems ranging from 10 kW to 1 MW. The company provides lithium battery solutions, data and monitoring systems, electric propulsion, and matched propeller systems.

Yacht dealers

A small but growing number of yacht dealers offer new and used electric boats. Green Yacht Sales is an example of a small company that supports the sale of electric yachts and systems from diverse manufacturers.

Global clearinghouses, like YachtWorld and Boat Trader , now provide options to filter searches for electric propulsion sailboats.

Battery technology and companies

Until recently, the amount of energy batteries could store was limited. The cost of buying a new battery bank was prohibitive for most sailors. Today, however, costs are dropping and batteries provide more charge. Range anxiety remains one of the biggest reasons sailors don’t want to swap out polluting diesel engines for quieter and cleaner all-electric systems. However, this concern will soon be obsolete.

There are many high quality marine battery suppliers. Some of the major players in the LiPO market include:

• ChargeEx Lithium Ion Batteries
• Dakota Lithium
• Dragonfly Energy
• Victron Energy

Successful Examples

Okay, this all sounds good in theory, but is it really possible to throw out your old engine and install a new motor? Here are a few examples of individuals and companies making the switch to electric yachts.

As with many disruptive technologies, it is easier for wealthy individuals to pay more—often much more—for tomorrow’s technology today. That said, these Super Early Adopters are a harbinger of things to come. These individuals may be risk takers but they are also typically really smart and forward-thinking.

Swedish billionaire Niklas Zennstrom is one example of a pioneering “mogul” in the electric yacht world. The founder of Skype and former Time Magazine 100 Most Influential People awardee, in 2018 Zennstrom’s team launched Rán VII. Yachtingworld described the boat as “…so angular it calls to mind Darth Vader or a Stealth bomber.”

Zennstrom shared his views on the future of electric racing in a CNN article in 2018:

“Having gone through the design, build and initial test cycle there is no doubt to me that the future for racing yachts is electric propulsion. It's lighter, less drag, quieter, and most importantly it is environmentally friendly.”

Do-it-yourselfers have been converting electric sailboats for years. The mainstream boating magazines and the media are increasingly showcasing the stories of these sailors retrofitting their boats. A few examples of well-publicized electric yacht conversion stories include:

• In 2019 Yachting World wrote an article, “How hybrid sailing yachts finally became a feasible option.”
• Dufour 382: According to an article in Yachting World , the owners Alcyone , a Dufour built in 2016, was retrofitted with an Oceanvolt SD15 saildrive moto r.

The future of electric sailboats

We are facing a climate emergency and the world is mobilizing to reduce emissions of greenhouse gasses. A growing number of boat builders, engine and battery producers, service companies, and individuals are addressing this need by building and retrofitting emission-free sailboats.  We are still in the early stages of this transformation, but change is coming quickly.

Some of the major challenges—and opportunities—for catalyzing this transition in coming years include:

• Battery storage, charging, and cost: The pace of technology change in the battery sector is dizzying. The amount of charge, the time to charge, and the price per kilowatt of battery storage systems are all improving.  Superchargers are already widespread on land. How long will it take for marine supercharging stations to fill the world’s marinas?
• Overcoming tradition : Sailors who have used the same technology for decades may hesitate to switch to new technology. Sailors used to heavy yachts and small batteries may look with skepticism on this new technology. Range anxiety is very real in the middle of the ocean. 
• Cost : As with any new technology, early adopters may have to pay more. The cost of electric propulsion, solar and wind power, and battery storage are dropping quickly. Cost will soon be less of a concern and may become a clear benefit.
• Retrofits: Many boats still sailing form 1960s and 1970s so 50 years of old boats locked in. But this is also an opportunity for individuals and companies who are willing and able to take this space
• Manufacturing: making boats expensive and companies may not want to take risks. But new companies are emerging, and the major yacht companies now coming out with electric options (examples).

We are at the dawn of a new age of sailing. With each passing month electric propulsion technology is improving. Motors are getting better, batteries and solar panels are getting cheaper, and electric sailboats are starting to become mainstream.

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One body had been recovered, and police divers were trying to reach the hull of the ship, which was resting at a depth of 50 meters (163 feet) off Porticello, near Palermo, where it had been anchored, rescue authorities said.

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The agency says consular officials are in contact with local authorities, but says it can provide no further information due to privacy concerns.

Authorities in Sicily say one body has been recovered and police divers are trying to reach the hull of the ship as six people remain unaccounted for.

They say 15 others survived. The Italian coast guard says the yacht had a crew of 10 people and 12 passengers.

Salvo Cocina, of Sicily’s civil protection agency, says the crew and passengers hailed from a variety of countries, including Britain, the United States, France, Germany and Myanmar.

Rescue authorities say the yacht — the 56-metre British-flagged Bayesian — was anchored off Porticello, near Palermo, when a tornado over the water struck the area overnight.

A sudden fierce storm had battered the area overnight, and struck the place precisely where the 56-metre (184-foot) British-flagged Bayesian had been moored.

“They were in the wrong place at the wrong time,” said Cocina, noting that another superyacht nearby wasn't as badly damaged and helped rescue some of the 15 survivors, who included Lynch's wife Angela Bacares.

The Bayesian was notable for its single 75-metre (246-feet) mast — one of the world’s tallest made of aluminum and which was lit up at night, just hours before it sank. Online charter sites listed it for rent for up to 195,000 euros (about US$215,000) a week.

One of the survivors, identified as Charlotte Emsley, said she momentarily lost hold of her one-year-old daughter Sofia in the water, but then managed to hold her up over the waves until a lifeboat inflated and they were both pulled to safety, Italian news agency ANSA reported, quoting the mother. The father, James Emsley, also survived, said Cocina.

Eight of the 15 people rescued and taken ashore at Porticello were hospitalized while the others were taken to a hotel. One body believed to be the cook was found near the wreck, but six others were unaccounted for and believed inside the hull, said Luca Cari, a spokesperson for the Italian fire rescue service.

Rescue crews located the vessel and deep-water police divers were trying to access the hull, Cari said. The operations, which were visible from shore, involved helicopters and rescue boats from the coast guard, fire rescue and civil protection service.

Fisherman Francesco Cefalu’ said he had seen a flare from shore at around 4:30 a.m. and immediately set out to the site but by the time he got there, the Bayesian had already sunk, with only cushions, wood and other items from the superyacht floating in the water.

“But for the rest, we didn’t find anyone,” he said from the port hours later. He said that he immediately alerted the coast guard and stayed on site for three hours, but didn't find any survivors. “I think they are inside, all the missing people.”

He said he had been up early to check the weather to see if he could go fishing, and surmised that a sudden waterspout had struck the yacht.

“It could be that the mast broke, or the anchor at the prow pulled it, I don’t know,” he said.

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Cocina said the crew and passengers hailed from a variety of countries: In addition to Britain and the United States, passengers and crew were from Antigua, France, Germany, Ireland, Myanmar, the Netherlands, New Zealand and Spain, he said.

The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch is deploying a team of four inspectors to Italy to conduct a preliminary assessment. The Foreign Commonwealth and Development office said it was “providing consular support to a number of British nationals and their families.”

Dutch foreign ministry spokesperson Casper Soetekouw said the lone Dutch citizen on board, a man, had been rescued and was not in a life-threatening condition.

Lynch, once hailed as Britain’s king of technology, was cleared in June of fraud and conspiracy charges related to Hewlett Packard’s US$11 billion takeover of his company, Autonomy Corp.

The not-guilty verdicts followed an 11-week criminal trial in San Francisco that delved into the history of HP’s 2011 acquisition of Autonomy, a business software firm founded by Lynch.

The fraud accusations represented a dramatic turn in the fortunes of an entrepreneur once described as the Bill Gates of Britain — a title he seemed to live up to when he netted an US$800 million from the Autonomy sale.

The acquittal vindicated Lynch, who had vehemently denied wrong doing and portrayed HP as a technological train wreck.

“I’m looking forward to returning the UK and getting back to what I love most: my family and innovating in my field,” Lynch said in a statement released after the verdict.

The yacht, built in 2008 by the Italian firm Perini Navi, can accommodate 12 passengers in four double cabins, a triple and the master suite, plus crew accommodations, according to Charter World and Yacht Charters.

The vessel, which previously was named Salute when it flew under a Dutch flag, featured a sleek, minimalist interior of light wood with Japanese accents designed by the French designer Remi Tessier, according to descriptions and photos on the charter sites.

AP writers Danica Kirka and Sylvia Hui contributed from London.

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