One Year! 🎉

🎉 ONE YEAR!

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⚓️ HIGH SPEED CHARGERS - DOWN UNDER

Seavolt Energy, in collaboration with d'Albora Marinas, is establishing a DC fast-charging network for electric boats across multiple marina locations in Australia. The chargers will be installed at 13 marinas in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria. The first location to receive the chargers is The Spit in Sydney Harbour, which will provide both DC fast charging to quickly recharge batteries to 80% capacity and AC chargers for overnight charging at marina berths.

Seavolt's infrastructure supports electric boats by integrating renewable energy sources and on-site battery storage systems to ensure a constant supply of power. The network also includes charging stations for electric vehicles at d'Albora’s marina car parks, promoting the use of renewable electricity across various forms of transportation. This initiative addresses the increasing demand for electric boats and supports the shift toward sustainable practices in the marine industry.

Seavolt’s charging stations are equipped with Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) software, allowing for standardized management of billing, load distribution, and fault detection. This partnership aims to provide a reliable charging infrastructure for the growing number of electric vessels in Australia, ensuring that users have convenient access to power at key marina locations​.

🖋 EXPERIMENTAL

We plan to start covering some of the electric boat teams at various colleges. These teams typically compete in the Promoting Electric Propulsion (PEP) for Small Craft United States events (American Society of Naval Engineers). Here is a brief overview of some of the teams:

1. Princeton University Electric Speedboat Team:

   • Known for breaking the world speed record for electric boats, reaching 114 mph on Lake Townsend, NC. They use hydroplane designs to optimize efficiency and speed for racing.

2. University of Michigan Electric Boat (UM-EB):

   • Focuses on building electric boats for high-performance and sustainable marine transport. They are currently developing a 17-foot hydrofoiling catamaran using advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics tools for design optimization.

3. University of Pittsburgh Electric Propulsion:

   • Their latest design features a revamped propulsion system with high-capacity batteries and safety features.

4. Washington College Electric Boat Team:

   • Recently set a world record for the longest distance traveled on a single battery charge by an electric boat (160.86 miles). They focus on demonstrating the viability of electric propulsion for recreational and commercial boats.

   This list highlights some of the key players in the field of electric boat development at the university level. These teams not only compete in national and international competitions but also contribute to the advancement of sustainable marine technology.

⚙️ COMMERCIAL

Incat Tasmania has reached a significant milestone with the completion of the structural build of the Incat Hull 096, which is set to become the world's largest electric ferry. This 130-meter vessel will be powered entirely by a Wärtsilä battery-electric system, boasting a capacity for 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles.

Incat Tasmania, based in Hobart, specializes in high-speed aluminum catamarans and has a strong reputation for innovative marine technology. The company is a pioneer in sustainable ferry solutions, transitioning from traditional diesel propulsion systems to electric and hybrid models. With over three decades of experience, Incat has delivered vessels for operators worldwide and is now leading the push towards electrification in the ferry industry.

The Incat Hull 096 is a key project for the company, as it expands its capabilities to build larger, more complex vessels that address the growing demand for zero-emission maritime transport. The vessel will operate between Argentina and Uruguay and is expected to enter service by late 2025. This project highlights Incat’s strategic focus on developing environmentally friendly marine solutions and reinforces its status as a global leader in electric ferry construction.

Here is a press release with more details.

🖌️ SOCIAL MEDIA POST OF THE WEEK

We covered this boat recently, the new brand from Axopar: AX/E (22’)

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