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The winners of the Gussies electric boat awards: 2023
Excellence in Electric Boats Under 8 metres / 26 feet: In Production
Axopar 25e
Axopar • Finland
For the most comfortable ride in almost any water, it is crucial to be able to keep a stable speed of around 20-25 knots. Driving at lower speeds in choppy conditions usually results in an uncomfortable and wet ride. The Axopar 25 is one of the rare electric boats that you can take outside of sheltered waters due to its hull design, drivability and impressive hull efficiency enabling higher speed and extended range with less engine power. Combining this efficiency with an innovative electric engine showcases Axopar’s dedication towards creating the most comfortable drive even when presented with challenging conditions.
Axopar
Category Finalists: Candela 7 • Electricat 600 BIG SIX • Elwood 550eHT • Magonis Wave e-550 • SunConcept EVO 7.0 Lounge • Super Air Nautique GS22E
Excellence in Electric Boats Under 8 metres / 26 feet: In Development
NERO777 Evolution
NERO Yachts • Germanyl
The founders of NERO Yachts see themselves not just as yacht builders, but as creators of unforgettable experiences, embodying a harmonious combination of speed, luxury and incomparable comfort. The NERO777 Evolution is the impressive result of their passionate dedication to innovation and perfection, where elegance and performance find their perfect symbiosis. The NERO777 Evolution reflects this essence in its purest form with outstanding design, state-of-the-art technology and masterful craftsmanship. This masterpiece symbolizes the future of water sports and heralds a new, exciting era. The NERO777 Evolution, sets a milestone that reflects a passion for innovation and perfection.
NERO Yachts
Finalists: D3Aak Boat • Navier 27
Excellence in Electric Boats Over 8 metres / 26 feet: In Production
ZEN50
ZEN Yachts • Spain
The ZEN50 solar and wind powered blue water catamaran is absolutely energy self-sufficient and does not require any fuel onboard. She is capable of sailing 24/7 at 6 to 10 knots continuous cruising speeds with top speed of 14 knots. This unique performance is achieved with lightweight racing carbonfiber hulls combined with a 90 m2 solar roof, for an unrivaled 17 T displacement to 17 kW solar power ratio of 1:1. The ZEN50 is the world’s first series production yacht equipped with the Oceanwings© wingsail by Ayro. This revolutionary yacht opens new horizons to 21st century nautical explorers.
ZEN Yachts
Category Finalists: Greenline OC 68 • Helgeland-Plast Elida • Northman Nexus Revo 870 • SunConcept CAT 12.0 Cruise • Vita Lion
Excellence in Electric Boats Over 8 metres / 26 feet: In Development
Soel Senses 62
Soel Yachts • The Netherlands
The Soel Senses 62 is a cutting-edge solar electric yacht that seamlessly combines luxury and sustainability. With its innovative design, it harnesses the power of solar energy to offer emission-free cruising, making it an eco-friendly choice for discerning travellers. The yacht features spacious and elegant interiors, offering a comfortable and stylish experience for passengers. Its solar panels are strategically integrated into the design, enabling the yacht to generate its own clean energy and reduce reliance on traditional fossil fuels. The in-house developed solar electric propulsion system has undergone over 16 years of rigorous testing, ensuring exceptional performance and reliability.
Soel Yachts
Category Finalists: Silent Straits Sialia 57 • 80 SunReef Power Eco
Excellence in Electric Commercial Passenger Vessels: In Operation
Ferry 2306 E3 ‘Bryggen‘
Arriva Denmark • Denmark | Damen • The Netherlands | Echandia • Sweden
Bryggen is one of five Damen Ferries 2306 E3 delivered to Arriva Denmark in Copenhagen in 2202. The new fleet still has to fit into the existing framework – including current timetables, infrastructure and ability to transport at least 60 passengers per trip. Quick charging ability means no ferry is out of service during the day. Each ferry also carries two drivetrains to provide redundancy should unexpected problems occur. The ferries have reduced Copenhagen’s public transport NOX emissions by 2.5%, CO2 emissions by 10% and particulate emissions by 66%. They have a positive environmental impact and run silently for a beautiful ride.
More information about Bryggen
Category Finalists: Ampereship Solar Ferry ASF 25 • EA Mine Smart Ferry • Hunter’s Yard, UK • Soel Yachts SoelCat 12 • TRITON DeepView 24
Excellence in Electric Commercial Passenger Vessels: In Development
Artemis EF-24
Artemis Technologies • Belfast, Ireland, UK
The EF-24 Passenger ferry provides a cost-effective public transport solution that helps address air pollution, congestion, and noise. A game changing solution that encourages multimodal transport in urban areas, enabling cities around the world to utilize and benefit from the untapped potential of their waterways.With a take off speed of 18 knots and a top speed of 38 knots, the EF-24 Passenger ferry offers an unrivalled foiling range of 115 nautical miles at a 25 knots cruise speed.
Artemis Technologies
Category Finalists: Candela P-12 • EVM 200
Excellence in Electric Sailboats
Fareast 42C
Fareast Boats • P.R. China | Simonis Voogd • Netherlands/South Africa
Fareast 42C is a 42 foot-long pure electric sailing catamaran and developed for both high performance and maximum on board living space. Designed by Dutch navy architect Simonis Voogd and powered with ePropulsion, it is equipped by a twin-20 KW pod drives together with LFP battery packs up to 188.41 KWH and 4KW solar panel and hydrogeneration capability. The Fareast 42C can be driven at full electric mode up to 20 hours and 100 nautical miles at cruising speed.
Fareast Boats
Category Finalists: Baltic 68 Cafe Racer • Marsaudon Composites ORC 50 (TS5) • Tartan Fantail Daysailer • Viator Explorer 42 DS
Excellence in Customized / Refitted / DIY Electric Boats
Lockheed
Boats and Cars of Kingston • UK
Lockheed is a 30′ after-cockpit boat built in 1937 by a Thames boatbuilder Boats and Cars of Kingston Ltd. She has undergone a major rebuild and restoration after being out of the water for 12 years and being found in a field as a bare hull. She is of mahogany over oak carvel construction. She was converted by the owner to electric with 2 steerable electric pods and 93KWH of battery storage.
Lockheed facebook page
Category Finalists: Beneteau Oceanis 41 • CorbElectric • Electric Ice-Airboat • Harvest • Riva Ariston Electric
Excellence in Electric Workboats
Tideman RBB 700 OB
Tideman Boats • The Netherlands
The RBB 700 EOB is a fully recyclable high-speed HDPE workboat. It is powered by the Evoy 120+ hp Breeze outboard motor system and can reach a top speed of 35 knots. The Tideman Boats need minimal maintenance, are indestructible, unsinkable and do not need antifouling. The RBB 700 boats are very sustainable as they are 100% recyclable and have zero emission electric propulsion.
Tideman Boats
Category Finalists: Beneteau Oceanis 41 • CorbElectric • Electric Ice-Airboat • Harvest • Riva Ariston Electric