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ON THE ROAD TO THE VENDÉE GLOBE 2016

After 14 days 6 hours and 55 minutes of racing, 100% Natural Energy has arrived in Vendée taking the 12th place. The oldest boat in the fleet and having left 24 hours after everyone else, Conrad still arrived ahead of one new generation boat (2015 vs 2005!) One happy and confident skipper! "I still can't believe that I have…
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OCEANVOLT APPOINTS AREA SALES MANAGER USA

"Being on the water is a way of life.  I was very fortunate to grow up on the Jersey Coast learning to sail, cruising and racing with my family and fishing on my grandparent’s 45′ sportfish.  As a resident of Annapolis for nearly 30 years has entrenched me in one of the largest most active yachting communities.  I…
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SOLAR ELECTRIC SECRET 33

The solar electric Secret 33 is being offered with 8-15kW Oceanvolt electric sail drive motor systems. Download the boat brochure here Technology used in the solar electric Secret 33: Boatbuilder: Scruffie Marine Lenght overall: 9.9 m Beam: 2.5 m Boat weight: 3100 kg Electric motor system: Oceanvolt SD8-15 electric saildrive motors Electric motor system nominal power: 15kW…
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SECRET 33 YAWL

The electric Secret 33 is an elegant gaff yawl from Derek Ellard combining the spirit of the past with the technology of the 21st Century. It has been powered by an 10kW Oceanvolt electric propulsion system. Download the boat brochure here Technology used in the electric Secret 33 yawl: Designer: Derek Ellard Boatbuilder: Scruffie Marine…
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CTO / PRODUCTION MANAGER

We are looking for a CTO / Production Manager to take responsibility of our production and R&D projects. The systems are being manufactured at our premises at Kaivoksela, Vantaa. The Oceanvolt R&D team consists of professionals in mechanical design, HW and SW design and shipbuilding. The production team consists of technicians and electricians.  The employment can…
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Optimus 45

"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…
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LEGEND 60

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.…
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McCONAGHY FRERS 57

“I am so pleased with the way the two Oceanvolt ServoProp installations are performing on Shearwater - my carbon performance cruiser. It adds a new sophistication to all aspects to its functionality – silent departures from the dock, great regeneration capability on passages and so much torque in forward and especially reverse. Well done Oceanvolt…
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LADYHAWKE 33

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…
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Swan 57 S/Y Panacea

"Our beloved home, Nautor´s Swan 57 yacht Panacea is much more to us than a sailing boat. She is our beautiful and sustainable home and boat school. And she is powered by Oceanvolt. During the past four years we have sailed from Mediterranean to New Zealand with our three children and enjoyed every moment of…
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ALERION SPORT 30

The Alerion Sport 30 is the first Alerion offered with the option for a carbon-fiber bowsprit and asymmetric furling downwind sail. The Alerion Sport 30 combines exhilarating performance with the simplicity of handling for which all Alerions are renown, allowing you to welcome aboard companions of every skill level and to singlehand with ease. This…
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ANNAPOLIS SPRING SAILBOAT SHOW 2016

Time: 22.4-24.4.2016 Location: Annapolis, USA Stand: Alerion Yachts & Annapolis Hybrid Marine (A26A) Go check out the electric Alerion Sport 30 at the Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show 2016. Our US representative Annapolis Hybrid Marine (stand A26A) will also be at the expo displaying our electric sail drive motors!
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INTERNAUTICA 2016

Time: 4.5-8.5.2016 Location: Marina Portoroz, Portoroz, Slovenia Stand: Beginning of Green Avenue, next to Elan Yachts Internautica 2016 - International Boat Show is a 5 day event being held from 4th May to the 8th May 2016 at the MARINA PORTOROZ in Portoroz, Slovenia. The 21st edition of Internautica will focus on new models of attractive Motor…
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INTERNATIONAL MULTIHULL BOAT SHOW 2016

Time: 13.4-17.4.2016 Location: La Grande Motte, France Stand: H19 Come see Oceanvolt electric motor systems (Stand: H19) in La Grande Motte 2016 Boat Show. This is the 7th edition of the International Multihull Boat Show in France at Le Port De La Grande Motte and it will take place from 13th to 17th of April. Please contact…
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ALERION EXPRESS 33

This Alerion Express 33 "Velica" was retrofitted with a 6 kW Oceanvolt electric sail drive motor system. The sailboat used to have a 7.5kW DriveMaster motor supplied by MasterVolt. Technology used in the electric Alerion Express 33 sailboat: Boatbuilder: Alerion Yachts Length overall: 10 m Boat beam: 2.8 m Draft: 1.5 m Displacement: 4000 kg Electric motor system: Oceanvolt SD6 electric…
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OCEANVOLT SYSTEMS OFFERED ON 2017 MODEL J/BOATS

The Oceanvolt system is currently offered on the USA built J/88, and starting this fall (2017 model year), will also be offered on the J/95, J/97E, J/112E and J/122E. Imagine sailing on a beautiful day knowing that, even if the wind dies and you're forced to turn on the motor, peace and tranquility are not…
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OCEANVOLT IS MOVING TO LARGER NEW FACILITIES

As our company grows, our current offices and production facilities have become too small for our needs. So from March 8, 2016 onwards you will find our new, significantly larger offices and production facilities next to Tesla Motors. THE NEW ADDRESS IS: Oceanvolt Oy Vetokuja 1 01610 Vantaa Finland
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ARCONA 410H

The Arcona 410H (Hybrid) is the first hybrid sailboat & the second electric model after the Arcona 380Z from the Swedish sailboat manufacturer Arcona Yachts. It has had its diesel engine replaced by an Oceanvolt electric boat motor. The system consists of a 10 kW electric sail drive motor, 8kWh lithium battery pack, solar panels, shore…
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OCEANVOLT SUPPLIES SAIL FOR GOOD HYDRO GENERATION

We are happy to announce that Oceanvolt has partnered up with Sail For Good to supply them an SD8.6 electric inboard engine & hydro generation system. Sail For Good expedition is a private initiative based on a sailing adventure around the world during 2016-2022 by Meretniemi family from Finland with three children. Their boat during…
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VOYAGE YACHTS TO OFFER OCEANVOLT ELECTRIC MOTORS

VOYAGE yachts, the South-African designer & manufacturer of performance oriented, luxury cruising sailing catamarans is the latest addition to the list of boatbuilders  & designers offering our electric & hybrid propulsion systems in all of their catamaran models. The boat models they will be offering the systems are: VOYAGE 480, VOYAGE 520, VOYAGE 600 & VOYAGE DC45 Founded in 1994,…
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SANTANDER FINANCING AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMERS IN FINLAND

Good news for our Finnish customers! It's now possible to buy our systems with Santander financing for as low as 145€/month* with a 3 month totally interest-free and cost-free payment period. For more info contact sales@oceanvolt.com! Hyviä uutisia suomalaisille asiakkaillemme. Nyt voit ostaa järjestelmiämme myös Santanderin rahoitusmahdollisuutta hyödyntäen ja saat 3kk täysin korotonta ja kulutonta…
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VENE 16 BÅT

Time: 12.2-21.2.2016 Location: Messukeskus, Helsinki Finland Stand: 7K13 (Arcona Yachts Finland) & 4B35 (Skuru Marine) Oceanvolt will be co-exhibiting together with Arcona Yachts Finland at the Vene 16 Båt Exhibition held from 12.2-21.2.2016 at the Helsinki Expo Center. The stand is located in hall 7 stand K13. Our motor will also be on display at Skuru Marines stand 4B35! We are also…
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STRICTLY SAIL MIAMI 2016

Time: February 11-15, 2016 Location: Miamarina at Bayside, Miami Stand: P3-6 & P3-7 The new J/88 Oceanvolt will be participating in the “Discover Sailing” program being run at the Strictly Sail Miami 2016.  Hop aboard and experience the pure joy of sailing the J/88 as well as the pleasure of “silent running” with all-electric power!  This eco-friendly solution can…
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SCHIONNING DESIGNS RECOMMENDS OCEANVOLT

Schionning Designs joins the long list of boatbuilders, designers and charter companies recommending, offering or using Oceanvolt as the preferred option. Schionning Designs is a design and material supply company that has been working within the marine industry, in Australia and around the World, to engineer and develop luxury cruising and racing multihulls using the best composite solutions.…
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HIRING: AREA SALES MANAGER FOR OCEANVOLT USA

We are looking for an area sales manager for Oceanvolt USA. Oceanvolt USA Inc. is responsible for the sales and support of Oceanvolt in North America. Our biggest customers in the USA include J-Boats and US Watercraft. Oceanvolt USA's company headquarters are currently in Annapolis, MD. We are looking for a motivated person to handle our US…
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OCEANVOLT APPOINTS NEW SALES DIRECTOR

Anssi Sallinen has over 15 years of experience working in sales & ICT Electric and hybrid propulsion system manufacturer Oceanvolt has appointed Anssi Sallinen as its new Sales Director. Anssi has an extensive experience as a director in several ICT and Cloud Computing companies. Anssi has sailed for his whole life, mainly around the cans in…
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TS42

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:…
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