Largest Battery-Electric Container Ship Now Operating — You Know Where

Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2024 03:52:57 +0000

Powering very large ships with batteries may seem difficult and expensive. But don’t jump to conclusions too quickly. Battery prices have come down a ton in recent years, energy density has improved greatly, and a bit of creativity using swappable batteries makes it all the easier and more efficient. And … [continued]

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An Electric Jet Ski for James Bond … er … Batman

Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:03:01 +0000

If you’re not pretty deep in the electric vehicle revolution, it’s easy to miss what is primarily making it happen. Going back a ways, the advent and then growing popularity of computer laptops raised production volumes of lithium-ion batteries, and thus brought down their costs. The smartphone and tablet era … [continued]

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Crowley Christens 1st Fully Electric Tugboat in USA

Credit to Author: Guest Contributor| Date: Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:12:49 +0000

Joined by diverse partners and industry supporters, Crowley today christened the eWolf, America’s first all-electric ship assist harbor tugboat. Operating with zero emissions and other sustainable technology, the tugboat delivers the high-power capability, safety and efficiency that Crowley has made its reputation. “The eWolf is a historic milestone in the … [continued]

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Aqua SuperPower & BlueGrid Drive 1st Transatlantic Vessel-to-Grid Project for Marine Electrification

Credit to Author: Press Release| Date: Tue, 25 Jun 2024 16:48:47 +0000

The £1.8m CanUK vessel-to-grid (V2G) project is making waves by uniting UK and Canadian experts to create the first transatlantic V2G project for electric vessels. V2G’s bi-directional charging technology lets electric vessel batteries both receive and supply energy, cutting carbon emissions, slashing e-vessel costs, boosting grid flexibility, and speeding up … [continued]

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Vessev Launches World’s First Premium Tourism, Electric Hydrofoiling Vessel 

Credit to Author: Press Release| Date: Wed, 29 May 2024 03:57:59 +0000

Revoutionary electric hydrofoiling vessel set to unlock entirely new opportunities in marine passenger transport through enhanced capability State-of-the-art America’s Cup foiling technology maximizes efficiency Super smooth experience akin to travelling on a quiet waterborne airplane The VS-9 will be commercialized by Fullers360, New Zealand’s largest ferry operator Technology, which is … [continued]

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Berlin’s Oldest Passenger Vessel Enters A New Green Era Powered By Torqeedo

Credit to Author: Press Release| Date: Wed, 22 May 2024 04:16:12 +0000

Torqeedo’s Customized Solutions team converted the 138-year-old Kaiser Friedrich to electric power, saving over 150 liters of diesel per operating hour. The massive, 100-ton steamer is powered by twin Deep Blue 50i motors and a 400 kWh Deep Blue battery bank. The historic 150-passenger vessel will enter regular service on … [continued]

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Flying Electric Boat To Haul Commuters At Site Of Epic Environmental Protest

Credit to Author: Tina Casey| Date: Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:45:04 +0000

Candela’s P-12 hydrofoil electric boat is on track to ply Lake Manapōuri, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site preserved by environmental activists in New Zealand.

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Norway’s Evoy Collaborates with Zebuz to Make Maritime Journeys Pristine, Silent & Green

Credit to Author: Cynthia Shahan| Date: Fri, 09 Feb 2024 17:13:37 +0000

All of our beloved coasts and bodies of water are enhanced by silent boats and ships. Together, the ground-breaking Norwegian … [continued]

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