North Atlantic right whales critically endangered by climate crisis, new study finds
Warming sea and shifting food sources drive whales into areas where they risk ship strikes and entanglement in fishing gear Climate change-induced warming in the Gulf of Maine has resulted in the population of the North Atlantic right whale to plummet, leaving the species critically endangered and conservationists desperate for safeguards, according to a study […]
Zodiac launches two electric RIBs
Zodiac is launching a range of electric RIBs, powered by Torqeedo, called eOpen. Designed in partnership with the German leader in electric marine motors, Torqeedo, there are two models, the eOpen 3.1 and eOpen 3.4. Both models will have a range of around 50 minutes at a speed of about 12 knots, the company says. […]
Sailboat Grounding Systems
Chassis grounds, like the (undersize) green wire here, must safely convey fault current in the event of a short. (Steve D’Antonio/) Recently I met with a client to review and critique his vessel’s systems. One item I saw related to the bonding or grounding system. These systems serve similar purposes: to carry stray, galvanic or […]
VIDEO: Epic Pacific Garbage Patch sweeper trials a success
The Ocean CleanUp has deployed its first large-scale, 800m system to clean up the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and had the most successful haul yet. After encountering some initial problems in the first two weeks, the team has completed its most successful trial campaign since this mission began. The clean-up system, known as System002 or […]
Electric-as-standard for new Arcona yacht
Arcona Yachts has announced the launch of the new Arcona 415, the first series-produced sailing yacht with electric propulsion as standard. Electric propulsion is currently available across all of the Arcona fleet as an upgrade option and Arcona Yachts says it is proud to have the largest fleet of electric ‘zero emissions’ yachts on the water, […]
Enjoying sailing with an environmental conscience
Yachting is not immune to awareness of the environmental crisis. Reconciling nautical activities with respecting the environment is tomorrow’s challenge.
Windelo, a new brand of eco-built catamarans in France
The love we have for our planet and the thirst for innovation lead us to create boats that respect people and the environment. Windelo sailors are looking for adventure and love discovery. The passion for the sea and for navigation flows in our veins. Our range of catamarans from 47 to 57 feet offers sailors […]
Candela’s electric C-pod combats heat with seawater
Swedish marine tech company Candela has unveiled its latest product: the C-pod. It says the electric pod drive is four times more efficient than the best electric outboards, providing a silent boat ride and requiring no maintenance. “The first obstacle towards a very small high-power motor is heat. You can take any motor and give […]
Silent-Yachts expands in Asia
Silent-Yachts has appointed Farfalla Marine has its official dealer for Asia. The company will represent the Austrian builder in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. Founded by Austrian Michael Köhler and his wife Heike, Silent-Yachts’ craft will be built at its own shipyard in Italy and PMG Shipyard in Thailand. Jason Hawkes, group general manager of Farfalla […]
Electric boat exhibitors at 10 shows this August/September
Here’s a guide to electric boat exhibitors at the boat shows coming up in the next few weeks as these shows return to real in person experiences with the world seeming to get back to something near normal. There are electric power and sailboats showing, electric inboard and outboard motors, electric and hybrid system specialists […]
