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Berlin's 1990s-vintage Tour Boat is 'Electrified' with Torqeedo
Oranje Nassau, a 20-m, 55-passenger sightseeing boat and water taxi operating on Berlinâs urban waterways was recently put back into service after replacing its diesel engine with a fully integrated all-electric propulsion system by Torqeedo.The Torqeedo Deep Blue 50i electric drive is powered by three Deep Blue batteries with 120 kWh capacity which provide energy for a full eight-hour day at operating speedsâŚ
Leading the Charge
Alternatives to fossil fuels are emerging throughout the maritime universe, and vessels working in U.S. rivers, waterways and harbors are at the cusp on this trend. While the alternative fuels spectrum is wide, battery power and electrificationâa technology that has seen a decade of shipboard applications alreadyâis particularly suited for smaller vessels.Crowley Maritime Corp will be taking delivery of a completely electric tugboatâŚ
Torqeedo Sets Up Direct Distribution in Norway
Electric propulsion and hybrid drives manufacturer Torqeedo said it ha established direct distribution in Norway to address the growing market for its systems in the region.Norway has a long tradition of seafaring and is a world maritime center for shipping, shipyards and maritime infrastructure, commercial fishing, offshore oil/gas, ferries, pleasure boats and a rapidly growing offshore wind industry.âNorwayâŚ
Torqeedo Names Bucci Senior Director for Business Development in N. America
Torqeedo, Inc. said it has appointed marine industry sales executive Patrick Bucci as senior director for business development for its electric and hybrid propulsion systems.Bucci will be responsible for driving sales growth for Torqeedoâs project sales segment in North America, focusing on recreational, commercial and government opportunities primarily for the Deep Blue product line. He will work with naval architectsâŚ
Thailand's First Electric Ferry Fleet Enters Service
Thailand's first fleet of electric commuter ferries was placed into service last week by the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority (BMA), bringing clean emissions-free passenger transport to one of the world's most congested cities. Seven new vessels joined the first test boat, which has been successfully transporting Bangkok residents since 2018.The 30-passenger, zero-emission water taxis are part of a fleet operated by BMA's Enterprise Krungthep Thanakom Company (KT BMA)âŚ
Torqeedo Drives Toward Marine Electromobility
The future is painted bright for companies dealing in hybrid and electric marine propulsion, as vessel owners and operators pursue cleaner technologies to comply with ever-stricter environmental regulations while also seeking ways to improve their bottom line.Case in point is Germany-based electric drives manufacturer Torqeedo, which has to date delivered more than 100,000 electric propulsion productsâŚ
Capbreton's All-Electric Passenger Ferry
Capbreton is turning to green technologies to reduce pollution of its air and waterways. The popular holiday destination on the Atlantic coast of France saw its first all-electric passenger ferry go into service in July 2019, replacing an older diesel-burning vessel.The 35-passenger aluminium vessel, called e-Boucarot, is powered by an integrated electric propulsion system developed by Torqeedo. ItâŚ
World's First: Torqeedo Powers Electric Freefall Lifeboat
The German manufacturer of electric outboards Torqeedo provided the integrated propulsion system for the worldâs first electric-powered freefall lifeboat, whichâŚ
Torqeedo Powers Thailand's First All-Electric Passenger Ferry
Thailandâs first all-electric commuter ferry was recently placed into service by the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority (BMA), powered by Torqeedo. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha celebrated the launch, giving his symbolic approval to the cityâs efforts to ease congestion and improve air quality through investments in green transportation. The Prime Minister commuted by skytrain, subway and foot through Bangkokâs crowded streetsâŚ
Torqeedo Powers Electric Passenger Vessels
Torqeedo is supplying electric propulsion systems for a fleet of 15 new passenger excursion boats recently delivered to Vinpearlâs newest resort development at Hoi An, Vietnam.The nine-meter FRP displacement craft, built by Song Lo Shipbuilding in Nha Trang, are powered by Torqeedo Deep Blue 80 inboard electric motors with BMW i3 lithium batteries. âWe are very happy with the performance of the Deep Blue system for these boats,â said Nguyen Van Thanh, Director of Song Lo Shipbuilding Company.
