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TUG OF WAR – THE FORCE AWAKENS

What happens when you put two identical Voyage 45 DC charter catamarans head to head in a game of Tug of War? One catamaran is equipped with 2 x 10kW Oceanvolt electric sail drive motors, the other with 2 x 29HP diesels.
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SWEDEN YACHTS 340

The electric Sweden Yachts 340 sailboat is a big 34-footer with space and comfort - built to a very generous measure, and offers luxury and elegance. A classy salon, comfortable seating, two separate double cabins, ample locker space and a roomy head making showering onboard a pleasure. Powered by an 8kW electric sail drive motor and…
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NOW HIRING: MECHANIC

We are looking for a person with strong hands-on mechanical skills to join our production team in our premises in Helsinki, Finland. As a Mechanic, you will be: Assembling Oceanvolt system products: Both mechanical and electrical assembly Verifying functionality of the built products Making quality control of the parts Updating the ERP Allocating the used/created items…
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S/Y HENRIETTA

The S/Y Henrietta is an Östersjö 8 designed by Knud H. Reimers and built in 1947 at the Jakobstads Båtvarv. It is now being restored, repaired and refitted with an Oceanvolt AX5 electric motor system. Read more about the boat and the restoring process on S/Y Henrietta's blog & Venerouvan kotiinpaluu ja uusi elämä, Yle Uutiset Technology used…
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YAMILA 13 M

Yamila 13 m is a full-carbon high-performance luxury daysailer powered by an Oceanvolt SD8 8kW electric motor system. The Yamila 13m is the latest addition to Bootwerft Heinrich's family of ambitious & extravagant yachts. Rigorously designed to achieve fast sailing - without compromising usability and design. For more photos visit Flickr and more info follow the Yamila 13m on…
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STORBÅT TACKSAMHETEN

Storbåt Tacksamheten is a replica of a 19th century cargo vessel powered by an Oceanvolt AX8 electric motor system. It will be used for island excursions and modern-day cargo jobs. "As the boat takes shape it is time to proceed with the other main components. Zero emission and environmental design aspects are the key elements…
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SAIL’S BEST BOATS 2016 FEATURES OCEANVOLT

SAIL Magazine's Best Boats for 2016 features Oceanvolt electric motor systems together with  J/Boats J/88 Oceanvolt & the Gunboat G4. Few are consistently willing to push the technology envelope and accept the (often considerable) risks that this entails. In the mass production marketplace, Groupe Beneteau stands out. In the high-end custom marketplace it is Gunboat, with this year’s…
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OCEANVOLT ON SAILING ANARCHY

  Mr. Clean came by our stand at METS 2015 and shot a video about Oceanvolt & our Oceanvolt RSI service. WATCH THE VIDEO ON SAILING ANARCHY'S FACEBOOK PAGE >>   We love our green tech and a huge welcome to our newest supporters at Oceanvolt! Check out their leading edge electric propulsion, storage, generation and…
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COBOAT – NAUTITECH 82

The Coboat is 82-foot Nautitech 82 catamaran retrofitted to operate almost entirely from solar and wind power, creating its own electricity with the help of Oceanvolt. Technology used in the Coboat - Nautitech 82: Boatbuilder: Nautitech Boatmodel: Nautitech 82 Boat waterline length: 24,99 m Boat beam: 9.14 m Draft: 1.50 m Light displacement: 30000 kg Electric motor system: 4…
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MAESTRO 40 SAILS FROM FINLAND TO ST. LUCIA

One of the first sailboats ever installed with an Oceanvolt SD motor, the Maestro 40, S/Y Limone, is now heading from Helsinki to Las Palmas to take part in the ARC - Atlantic Rally for Cruisers. As you know it is against race rules to use the motor during the race, but while transferring the…
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RITCHIE 38 DAYSAILER

The electric Ritchie 38 daysailer is a light displacement daysailer type of sailboat located in Sydney, Australia powered by a 10kW electric motor system & 7kW battery pack. "Pleased to inform that Oceanvolt installation worked brilliantly. We motored for about two hours and had top speed of over 10 knots at max power, as noted from B and G…
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MINIBEE 6.5

The Minibee 6.5 (650) is a small sailing boat designed in collaboration with Francis Bougrat. Easy to sail alone or with a reduced crew and transportable, it is stable with its heavy keel but still easily transportable on its trailer with a car and beachable with the lifting keel. It is manufactured in Sri Lanka and equipped in…
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X-YACHTS X-99

The X-Yachts X-99 electric sailboat was designed by Niels Jeppesen and built by X-Yachts and first launched in 1985 with 605 built. This particular X-99 has a 6kW Oceanvolt SD6 electric motor and 7kW Valence battery pack installed in it. Technology used in the X-Yachts X-99 electric sailboat: Boatbuilder: X-Yachts Boat waterline length: 10 m Boat beam: 3m Boat weight: 3000…
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Arcona 380Z – Winner of the Sailing Today Green Award

The Arcona Yachts built and Oceanvolt powered Arcona 380Z has won the Sailing Today Green Award! The winner in this category was selected by an expert editorial panel. The panel wanted to recognize an impressive product or service aiming to make sailing more environmentally friendly. Sweden’s Arcona has long been reputed for its fast, stiff, high-quality cruising…
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COBOAT, THE COWORKING CATAMARAN TO BE POWERED BY OCEANVOLT

"Oceanvolt is pleased to work with Coboat team on this project to make an ecological and self-sustainable propulsion solution for the Coboat catamaran. Althought Oceanvolt has made several SEA – Silent Electric Autonomy - systems for catamarans earlier, this project is especially interesting and technically challenging with 4 x Oceanvolt SD15 electric motors. In addition to…
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METS 2015

  Time: 17/19 November 2015 Location: Amsterdam RAI, Netherlands Stand: Finnish pavilion, stand 09.214   Come join us in the Finnish Pavilion of the Marine Equipment Trade Show in Amsterdam 17/19 November 2015 & find out what's new with Oceanvolt!
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US SAILBOAT SHOW

  Time: 8/12 October 2015 Location: Annapolis, US Stand: D29 & D30   Come see Oceanvolt Electric Motor Systems in Annapolis at the US Sailboat Show . The show will take place 8/12 of October, 2015. Our stand will be located at D29 & D30 together with our US distributor Annapolis Hybrid Marine. The launch of the new Oceanvolt powered and US…
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NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW

  Time: 17/20 September 2015 Location: Newport, US Stand: Gunboat & J/Boat   The launch of the new electric J/Boats J/88 will happen at Newport International Boat Show 17/20 September! The J88 is the world's first solar & hydro powered J/Boat!               Partners in the J88 project: JBoats.com, Oceanvolt.com, VictronEnergy.com, UKSailmakers.com, SolarClothSystem.com, ePaint.com…
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GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE

  Time: 16/21 September 2015 Location: La Rochelle, France Stand: Stand R-26   Come see Oceanvolt Electric Motor Systems (Hall B, Stand R26) in Grand Pavois Boat Show in La Rochelle, France. The show will take place from 16th to 21st of September. Created in 1973, the Grand Pavois La Rochelle has become one of the…
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STUART KNOCKABOUT

The Stuart Knockabout is a splendid example of her pedigree. She is exceptionally fast and, therefore, a joy to sail. She also has surprising power, considering her modest sail plan, and is not slowed perceptibly by an oncoming sea. She is comfortable and forgiving, and with every unnecessary piece of complicated gear absent, what is…
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INSTALLING SOLAR PANELS ON A BOAT

Solar panel technology has improved tremendously in the past few years. The panels are highly efficient, flexible, walkable and comes with very low weight. They can be attached to the deck or canvas  with fasteners such as Tenax/Loxx, using velcro or glue. Some panels are suitable for boom/mast assembly as well. The latest technology allows…
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GUNBOAT 55

“The GUNBOAT 55 has a brilliantly engineered, plug & play hybrid system. This is the future direction for all sailboats.” – Peter Johnstone, GUNBOAT Technical details of the GUNBOAT 55: Boat manufacturer: GUNBOAT LWL: 17.35 m Beam: 7.62 m Weight: 12500 kg Electric motor system: 2 x Oceanvolt SD15 Electric motor nominal power: 2 x 15 kW Electric motor system voltage:…
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GLOBAL SALES EXECUTIVE

We are now looking for a Global Sales Executive to lead and execute the overall company global sales objectives. The task also includes leading the sales team and identifying new sales prospects while maintaining relationships with existing clients.  Global Sales Executive Job Duties: Development of Sales strategies and leadership of the sales team and related…
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WAUQUIEZ OPTIO 9

The very first Day Sailer in the brand’s history, the Wauquiez Optio 9 incorporates all the Wauquiez hallmark features: as all the models within the other ranges, it boasts the unmistakable sophistication, luxury and craftsmanship. The Wauquiez Optio 9 is offered with an Oceanvolt SD8.6 electric sail drive motor as option. Technical details of the…
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ELECTRIC MOTORBOAT

Why did you choose the Oceanvolt electric motor system? "Because of the unique way of cooling the system." How is the system performing? "There is 2.5kW of solar panels on the boat. You can drive with the 8.6kW motor in sunny weather with 1-1.5kW power just using solar power. The battery capacity is 220A, which…
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HALLBERG-RASSY P28

The Hallberg-Rassy P28 is a sailing boat created by Harry Hallberg. The P 28 was built during 1955 - 1973 up to construction number 536. Why did you choose the Oceanvolt electric motor system? "Environmental reasons and because of the low maintenance need." How is the system performing? "Very well, thank you." What are the key benefits…
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PRODUCTION SUMMER TRAINEE

We are looking for a summer employee to work with us in our premises in Helsinki, Finland. THIS POSITION HAS ALREADY BEEN FILLED, THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR INTEREST! As a Summer Trainee for Production, you will: Make quality control of the parts & report anomalies (not UFO related) Make mechanical assembly for Oceanvolt control levers…
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X-FACTOR

The X-Factor is a highly engineered, one-piece platform 16.5 meter performance catamaran and all round work of art, designed to provide maximum stiffness under sail, and a safe and comfortable platform for the crew. The vision behind the design also embraces aesthetics, controlled handling, easy two-handed sailing, comfort and specific requirements about weight, performance, on…
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