{"id":75787,"date":"2023-05-31T00:16:16","date_gmt":"2023-05-30T22:16:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/blog\/?p=75787"},"modified":"2023-05-31T00:19:21","modified_gmt":"2023-05-30T22:19:21","slug":"electric-yachting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/blog\/2023\/05\/31\/electric-yachting\/","title":{"rendered":"Is the Electric Yachting Era Finally here?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>While car manufacturers unveil new electric car models on what seems like a daily basis, the yachting industry has been slower to adopt this trend and remains nearly 100% diesel-based. Thankfully, this is rapidly changing. If you attend any boat show, you will feel a palpable buzz about all the new models and technologies being announced as the yachting industry strives to electrify. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/electric-yachting-boatbookings-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-75788\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>What are the<strong> benefits of electrification?<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Electric propulsion systems are highly energy efficient, utilizing power more effectively than traditional engines. With the ongoing advancements and development in battery technology, electrification is now becoming viable. Yachts are implementing electric systems with larger batteries that minimize range anxiety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only does electrification result in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yachting_content\/green_chartering.php?bbr=bblog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">greener chartering<\/a> through lower carbon emissions, it also offers a better charter experience that includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Silent cruising from the use of electric motors<\/li><li>Reduced vibrations throughout the yacht<\/li><li>The ability to run aircon at night without the use of a generator, which often is loud and impedes upon the tranquility of a night in a beautiful anchorage<\/li><li>No diesel fumes from engines that often belch smoke out of the aft while you are enjoying water sports <\/li><li>Greatly reduced fuel cost. If you&#8217;re powered by the sun, you will feel the savings in your wallet! Might as well spend that money on great dining and activities.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>A sparked interest from innovative yacht builders\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to embracing electrification, several boat builders have emerged as pioneers showcasing both the benefits to customers (virtually no noise or fumes and much cheaper cruising) as well as their commitment to sustainability. Here are a few of our favorite examples:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.boatbookings.com\/media\/\/s\/i\/silent-64-anchored-in-cove.jpeg?auto=webp&amp;format=pjpg&amp;bg-color=033359&amp;fit=crop&amp;canvas=744%2C496\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption>The Silent 64 from Silent Yachts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Silent Yachts:<\/em><\/strong> Based in Austria, they specialize in designing and building solar-powered catamarans that operate solely on electric propulsion systems.\u00a0We have a range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yacht\/silent-64-electric-catamaran-silent-64-luxury-crewed-catamaran-pid73108\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">c<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yacht\/silent-64-electric-catamaran-silent-64-luxury-crewed-catamaran-pid73108\/?bbr=bblog\">rewed catamaran charte<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yacht\/silent-64-electric-catamaran-silent-64-luxury-crewed-catamaran-pid73108\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rs<\/a> from Silent ready to charter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Sunreef:<\/em><\/strong> We also have a wide selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yachting_content\/catamarans.php?bbr=bblog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">crewed catamaran charters<\/a> from the renowned Polish catamaran manufacturer. Sunreef has made waves with its electric range, powered by advanced electric propulsion systems that include solar panels and high-capacity batteries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Voyage: <\/em><\/strong>All systems onboard these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yacht\/-electric-voyage-480-crewed-sailing-catamaran-pid59321\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">crewed catamaran chart<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yacht\/-electric-voyage-480-crewed-sailing-catamaran-pid59321?bbr=bblog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ers <\/a>are quietly powered by large-capacity batteries and recharged by solar, hydro generation, and a high-efficiency generator. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>What else needs to happen?<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The development of sustainable technology has been evident. However, there still needs to be increased investment in the infrastructure and onshore support. One obstacle is the current limited infrastructure of charging, establishing a network of charging stations, marina infrastructure and reliable power supply is crucial for the integration of a fully electric fleet.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transitions take time, but we are excited to see what has happened so far and what is on the horizon. This transition offers enhanced efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and improved onboard experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Book and Electric Yacht today with us<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At Boatbookings, we have long been leading the charge on this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yachting_content\/electric-yachts-and-eboat-revolution.php?bbr=bblog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">electric yacht revolution <\/a>and are excited that we can now offer you a range of clean and silent yachts that are all-electric. To charter some of our best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yacht_charter\/sustainable-electric-boat-charter.php?bbr=bblog\">sustainable electric charter catamarans<\/a>, contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yachting_content\/custom_solution.php?bbr=bblog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boatbookings team<\/a> today. We can also arrange to offset your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/yachting_content\/low_carbon_footprint_yacht_charter.php?bbr=bblog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">carbon emissions<\/a> so that you can charter net zero with any boat from our fleet. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While car manufacturers unveil new electric car models on what seems like a daily basis, the yachting industry has been slower to adopt this trend and remains nearly 100% diesel-based. Thankfully, this is rapidly changing. If you attend any boat <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/blog\/2023\/05\/31\/electric-yachting\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">  Is the Electric Yachting Era Finally here?<\/span><span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":93,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[29,1730,26,434,7464,7008,252,7457,423,1352,7442,396,7],"tags":[58,421,7475,7476,420,4547],"class_list":["post-75787","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-catamarancharter","category-charter-types","category-crewedyachtcharter","category-environmentally-friendly-yachts","category-green-charter","category-green-chartering","category-luxury-yacht-charter","category-silent-yachts","category-sunreef-yacht-brands","category-super-yachts-yacht_types","category-voyage-yachts","category-yacht-brands","category-yachting-news","tag-catamaran","tag-crewed-catamaran","tag-electricyachting","tag-silent","tag-sunreef","tag-superyacht"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v19.5.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Is the Electric Yachting Era Finally here? - Yacht Charter News and Boating Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Electrification is accelerating in the yachting industry today. 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