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ORC50

The full carbon electric ORC50 multihull by Marsaudon Composites has been designed for fast cruising and racing. The performance under sail is amazing: 15 knots of speed with less that 10 knots of wind and max speed when motoring 10 knots. The customer chose electric for the weight (lighter that a diesel version), reliability, silence…

Follow the conversion of the Antares 44i to electric on Instagram at @sailinglinnaea & on Youtube Technology used in the electric Antares 44i catamaran: Boatbuilder: Antares Catamarans Boat model: 2006 PDQ Antares 44i Installation year: 2021 Length overall: 13.4 m Boat beam: 6.6 m Draft: 1.2m Displacement: 10 200 kg Electric motor system: 2 x Oceanvolt AXC10…

"San Diego’s Sunwater Marine is knee-deep in a dual ServoProp installation for the Leopard 40 catamaran, Ramblin' Rose. Seeing and (not hearing) is believing. Reducing our reliance on fossil fuels is a lifelong dream. Oceanvolt’s innovative technologies to harvest energy from the sun, wind and water is a big boost for the boating experience -…

"My recent voyage on Aventura Zero has shown that having zero carbon emissions on offshore passages with the Oceanvolt regeneration system is possible. A fully autonomous electrical sailing yacht based on the Oceanvolt system will soon become reality, and I am very happy that my experience will have contributed to fulfilling that challenging objective." –…

LBV35 – World´s first recyclable composite boat

"When you can trust your propulsion system blindly, that's when you experience the true freedom of electric propulsion and endless autonomy. La Bella Verde is committed to converting the nautical industry into true sustainability. We are revolutionising the way boats are built, how they are operated and eventually how they get recycled. - La Bella…

ITA Catamarans ITA 14.99 #3 Hybrid Catamaran

The ITA Catamarans ITA 14.99 is a blue-water cruising catamaran designed by François Perus & Yacht Design Collective. A stylish boat, designed to be sailed short or even singlehanded, and advertised at 10.5 tonnes unladen. Equipped with a generous sail area, daggerboards (1.15/2.30 m) and built in epoxy. Note that the ITA 14.99 is equipped…

ITA Catamarans ITA 14.99 #2 Hybrid Catamaran

Schionning Designs Arrow 1360 #2 “S/Y Vellamo”

The Ocean Youth Sailing (OYS) is a non-profit organisation founded by approximately 30 teenagers and young adults in the spring of 2014 by members of the Jugendsegeln Steckborn (JSS). Today over 300 teenagers and young adults are involved in the project. On their self made Schinning Designs Arrow 1360 catamaran S/Y Vellamo young adults teach…

Technology used in the electric IC36 catamaran: Boatbuilder: Independent Catamaran Length: 11 m / 36 ft (waterline) Beam: 6,2 m / 20,34 ft Bridgedeck clearance: 80 cm / 2,63 ft Weight: 2,2 – 2,8 t Draft: 0,85 – 2 m / 2,79 – 6,6 ft Mast height: 15 m / 49 ft Mainsail: 42 sqm…

La Bella Verde – Solar Powered Clean-up Catamaran “IBI”

The Spanish Mediterranean island of Ibiza has a dedicated target to become free from single- use plastic by 2023. With the recent launch of one of the world’s first solar powered clean-up catamarans, 2019 signifies a major step towards this action. The initiative by the iBi Foundation includes a unique ocean clean-up system that filters and removes plastics…

Technology used in the electric DNA G4 daysailing catamaran: Boatbuilder: DNA Performance Sailing BV / Holland Composites LOA: 39.8 ft / 12.14 m Boat beam: 22.24 ft / 6.78 m Displacement: 9480 lbs / 4300 kg Electric motor system: Oceanvolt SD8 electric saildrive motor (retractable) Electric motor system nominal power: 8kW Electric motor system voltage: 48…

"At Itacatamarans having one of our pillars being sustainability, it was natural for Oceanvolt’s clean energy propulsion system to be designed in from the onset on our ITA14.99. With our partner Oceanvolt we listen to each owner and suggest the best configuration for them. Because each owner’s sailing program and needs are as unique as…

VOYAGE yachts have taken the popular VOYAGE 480 to a new level - The VOYAGE 480 complete electric features 1.6 kWs of solar panels, 35 kWh of light weight, high capacity Lithium Ion batteries, as well as powerful and regenerating electric drives. Given the specific vessel's equipment demands, the option of a hybrid system, Oceanvolt SEA, is available. With…

Technology used in the hybrid electric Voyage 580 catamaran: Boatbuilder: Voyage Yachts Boat waterline length: 58 ft / 17.68 m Boat beam: 31 ft / 9.33 m Boat weight: 39600 lbs / 17960 kg Electric motor system: Oceanvolt SEA60 with 4 x Oceanvolt SD15 electric sail drive motors Electric motor system nominal power: 4 x 15kW Electric motor system voltage: 48 V Electric motor system…

“We set out to build a beautiful, fast, safe, and environmentally friendly sailing catamaran — and after our first season sailing I would say we’ve nailed it. The Oceanvolt system has been such a critical part of achieving our environmental goals.” - Owner of S/V Blue Saga This custom performance sailing catamaran (Luna 47) is…

With Schionning Designs G-Force 1500 design blasting it’s way to the top of the podium in local races and dominating the Asian race circuit with line honors and race records it’s no wonder the G-Force performance range have caught the imagination of so many cat sailors. The new G-Force 1500 C “Cruise” design catamaran has been…

The Ave Gitana electric racing trimaran was built in New Zealand by Grant Wichman and launched 1991 in Auckland. The boat is a Lock Crowther Design #93 built for legendary australian sailors Ian Johnston and Cathy Hawkins. It is the sister ship of their famous Australian Trimaran Balena/ Bullfrog / Verbatim / Pacific Cranes/ Australias Child /…

This Voyage 440 hybrid catamaran is powered by two 15kW Oceanvolt sail drive motors, a 16 kWh lithium battery pack and two 20 kW DC generators. Technology used in the Voyage 440 hybrid catamaran: Boatbuilder: Voyage Yachts Lenght overall: 13.3 m Beam: 7.65 m Boat weight: 9200 kg Previous motor system: 2 x 40HP Yanmar diesel engines Electric…

"What began as a family venture, has evolved into the desire to professionally build sailing yachts. Christophe Schepens (an engineer and certified RYA Yachtmaster) has established Optimus Yachtbuilders in Belgium. They will be building ZERO-emission sailing cats near Antwerp. For their first yacht, an Optimus 45, they'll combine the very light and performance-oriented composite construction…

The Legend 60 hybrid catamaran comes from the Schionning Designs drawing board, combining luxury and speed while keeping the classic aesthetic. The Legend began as a custom design but it soon became clear that the vertical windows and performance aspects of the design were popular, and so the Legend was incorporated into the Schionning design range.…

The G-Force 2000 Speciale electric catamaran is a brand new addition to the impressive G-Force Series of performance cruising catamarans. Commissioned by Tony Longhurst this design is currently (as of April 2016) being built by Noosa Marine. The basic design of the boat follows the G-Force 1800C with a touch more waterline length and some…

The Ladyhawke 33 is the ideal catamaran for those who want to experience the sea in safety and style without sacrificing comfort. With its captivating design, beautifully detailed interiors and only the highest quality materials used, the Ladyhawke 33 electric catamaran is a unique product suited to a discerning audience looking for the perfect balance…

The TS42 hybrid catamaran is a fast cruising catamaran, built by Marsaudon Composites, designed for both performance and comfort. Technology used in the TS42 hybrid catamaran: Architect: Christophe Barreau Boatbuilder: Marsaudon Composites Length overall: 12.98 m Boat beam: 7.42 m Draft: 1.6 m Displacement: 5835 kg Electric motor system: 2 x Oceanvolt SD10 sail drive electric motor Electric motor system nominal power:…

The Crowther 50, Triple 8, is a fast, 50 ft center pod cruiser / racer electric catamaran, professionally maintained to the highest standard and fitted with the very best sails, hardware and rigging. Full carbon composite construction built in the US in 2007. Triple 8 is lightweight and very strong. Cruising at speeds in the low…

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…

“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:…

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…

The GUNBOAT G4 is a new multipurpose coastal cruiser-racer that can hit over 30 knots of speed fully foiling. One of the cool features the Gunboat G4 has to offer is the fully retractable Oceanvolt 8kW electric sail drive with Flexofold 2 blade propeller. This makes it possible for the Gunboat G4 to create energy while…

The Le Breton Yachts SIG45 electric catamaran combines speed, innovation and grace, taking advantage of the performance, space and stability advantages of a modern performance multihull, but retaining the aesthetic elegance and ergonomics of a modern monohull. The SIG45 is extraordinarily easy and enjoyable to sail fast. The ride is smooth, predictable and very comfortable.…

The Contour 50 Trimaran "Alexandra" is a 2001 built high performance multihull based in Nantucket Massachusetts that has received a complete professional upgrade. In addition to the 10kW Oceanvolt electric motor system installed the boat was upgraded in 2013 with a new mainsail and new solar panels adhered to the mast. The Contour 50 uses…

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