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ePropulsion UK acquired by parent company, takes on new role
ePropulsion has announced that it has acquired shares in ePropulsion UK, to become the majority shareholder of the distributor. Steve Bruce, Managing Director of ePropulsion UK since 2016, will take on the role as Global OEM Sales Director for ePropulsion and report directly to founder and CEO Danny Tao.
Limestone electric boats set for 2023 delivery after successful sea trials
The first of the Limestone electric boats – the Aquasport 2100CC (Centre Console) model – are ready to move into serial production after the successful completion of a series of rigorous real-world open water tests using the E-Motion electric outboard powertrain from Vision Marine Technologies. (Video of the sea trial is at the bottom of this article)
The Emergence Of Everyday Electric Outdoor Machines
The invention of the electric motor revolutionized life in the home. We take it for granted in the western world that clothes dryers, vacuum cleaners, fans, air conditioners, refrigerators, and freezers are electric. Everyday electric outdoor machines, however, have been slower to see mass adoption, with internal combustion engines (ICEs) favored for a century due to what had been an energy density advantage.
Getting There – Electric
Long relegated to trolling duty and dinghy driving, electric outboards are now in demand with more horsepower to deliver greater speed on bigger boats. These outboards have many attractive attributes for manufacturers and boaters alike. They are quieter than their internal combustion cousins, have fewer moving parts, require little or no maintenance, are lighter, have much greater torque and don’t smell. But electric outboards also have their limitations. Speed isn’t so much the issue, but cost is. Range, particularly at higher speeds, is a major challenge, too. Here’s how seven leading manufacturers see the future of these motors shaping up.
Venice Boat Show: 36 electric boats, e-Regatta, new e-boat races and more.
This year’s Venice Boat Show marks another important step in e-boating, with 36 electric and hybrid boats from 22 exhibitors showcasing how greener propulsion is available in almost every category from family leisure boats to electric water taxis, industrial workboats, high speed runabouts and ocean cruisers.
Lake Placid Home, Listed for Nearly $5.5 Million, Comes Complete With an Electric Boat
Boat-in, boat-out of a red-trimmed residence directly on New York’s Lake Placid that has hit the market for nearly $5.5 million. Sitting on about a half an acre, the three-bedroom, four-and-a-half bathroom home is a rarity because it’s so close to the water—something that is no longer allowed by the state. Plus, it comes with a boat, which can be parked directly under the house, according to last week’s listing with Colleen Holmes of Engel & Völkers Lake Placid.
Electric Boat Maker Unveils Urban Water Taxi Aimed at Venice
Sweden’s Candela Speed Boat AB, which makes electric boats that fly above water, has unveiled a new craft it hopes will replace gas-guzzling vessels used by commercial operators in the tourism industry. The 28-foot (8.5-meter) P-8 Voyager unveiled Monday in Venice, Italy, is designed for six passengers and meant to be used as a water taxi or a tender boat for cruise ships.
SEASIDE RESTAURANT
“It’s totally different from my previous experiences. The thrust and torque, and the amounts of fuel I save because of its low fuel consumption are some of the benefits I’ve already noticed. The driving experience is incredible, which is hard to believe because the OXE Diesel is a little heavier. But it’s compensated by the power of it. Another benefit is that I can gather heat from the engine to heat my cabin, which is very nice."
DEALERS: Tell Us Your Sustainability Practices
This month’s Pulse Report survey asks dealers if they are instituting new business practices to address sustainability and environmental protection. The survey inquires about clean energy, recycling, waste management, screening for invasive species and other enhancements. Launched by the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas and Baird Research, the survey monitors monthly retail conditions. It includes the Marine Retail Sentiment Index, which tracks retailer confidence.
