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Think different outboard motor to debut at METSTRADE
Menorca-based ESEA Propulsion Systems will be showing concept drawings and a scale model of its completely rethought concept for an electric outboard within METSTRADE’s Start-Up Pavilion
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Investing in R&D and global partners
The Norwegian electric propulsion specialist Evoy has just completed a purpose-built test tank and is securing partnerships with companies aligned with its development of high-output motors
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Zerojet’s new electric outboard and the 48V debate
Outboard billed as packing the highest power-to-weight ratio of any existing alternative on the market
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New motors for old casings
‘Drop in’ electrification kits could provide an easy path towards the adoption of electric outboards
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The Stealth Switch. One motor, multiple voltages
US-based Stealth Electric Outboards has develope version where the motor can be upgraded from 24V to 96V simply by adding extra batteries in series.
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Integral's new e-Drive hybrid first-to-market with Balance catamarans
New e-Drive harnesses the latest in motor design, with more effective location in the drive train to double output
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Is hydrogen the future of outboard power?
Yamaha raised plenty of eyebrows with its plans to develop a hydrogen-powered outboard engine. Could this be a key to long-term sustainability?
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Honda reinvents the V8
Despite a strong line-up of four stroke outboards, Honda Marine has never exceeded 250hp, or a V6. Responding to customer demand, they decided to build a V8 from scratch. Product Development Manager Mick Horsfall explained the process
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Kahe Nautic and its new versatile Pod 600
Based in Lacanau, on the Atlantic coast of south-west France, Kahe E-Nautic is a new company that has developed a versatile type of small electric drive.
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Consumer confusion: A word on watts
Most buyers understand the horsepower rating for ICE outboards, but kilowatts is more confusing.
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Bigger is better
Building on following success of the success of its previous Avator 7.5e, 20e and 35e electric outboard motors, Mercury Marine kicked off its 85th anniversary in 2025 by unveiling its two largest electric outboards to date at January’s CES technology trade show – the all-new Avator 75e and 110e.
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Electric outboards, thrusters and pods
The lines are blurring between electric outboards, steerable pods and retractable thrusters. Whilst motors continue to get smaller and more powerful, the emphasis is shifting towards more energy-dense batteries, with easier recycling
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Great things in small packages
Despite advances in portable electric motors, manufacturers of internal combustion portables continue launching new product aimed at capturing further market share
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Why size matters
Multiple new product launches create a world of wonder in a segment defined by technical innovation and engineering magic
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Mid-range outboards - The heart of the market
Reaching consumers in the highly competitive mid-range outboard segment requires imagination and a comprehensive product line
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Despite the rise of electric, ICE still reigns supreme
Internal combustion outboards have been villainised in recent years, but new data suggests that when combined with sustainable fuels the venerable ICE outboard remains the top choice for powering a wide range of vessels