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Inboard engines
Inboard Overview - Growing together
New technologies, strategies and collaborations are positioning the inboard engine segment for sustained, long-term growth
Battery TechnologiesOvercoming battery range anxiety
The biggest impediment to more widespread adoption of electric propulsion may lie in the way we position battery capacity, with a continual focus on operation at wide open throttle. Could education to better inform buyers’ attitudes be the key to adoption gains?
Boat AutonomyThe latest trends in semi-automated pilotage and docking
With technology evolving from the autonomous shipping sector, boat owners can now delegate much of their navigation to a tireless, all-seeing watchkeeper
Green TechnologiesImproved solar panels hold promise for electric boats
New solar cell design unveiled in Morocco said to boost efficiency by up to 90% in a more durable lamination
SecurityA closer watch
The ability to remotely monitor a boat is becoming more important, not just for the owner’s peace of mind but to help OEMs make better products. IBI spoke to leading innovators in marine electronics to discover the latest trends and products
FoilingInsight | Foiling - Flight control
New wing designs, accurate height sensors and real-time data collection is allowing OEMs to develop foiling boats that use up to 80% less energy for propulsion. The key advance, however, is the quick-thinking electronic brain
StabilisationHow tech advances are helping suppliers respond to evolving boatbuilder needs
Advances continue in the world of marine stabilisation, allowing smaller and faster boats to achieve a much smoother ride. Boatbuilders can now source more responsive units that are easier to install
Superyacht TechnologySector Spotlight | SY Refit Repair - Pressure point
On its current trajectory, demand could soon outstrip refit supply
Inboard enginesAmping up electric inboard propulsion
Inboard electric propulsion systems are returning better power-to-weight ratio as OEMs harness advances from all sectors of ‘e-mobility’. Meanwhile, fuel cell and hybrid technology is helping to eliminate range anxiety
Outboard enginesBigger 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.
Green TechnologiesComposites: Look past the ‘fibre’ label
Composite structures are a large contributor to a vessel’s footprint, yet often escape scrutiny in the race for ‘green’ upgrades.
Paints and CoatingsJotun’s robotic Hull Skater system now helps 30 vessels to save fuel
Norwegian paint manufacturer Jotun has combined a high-performance hull coating with a remotely controlled robotic cleaner to extend the life of antifouling
NavigationMay launch scheduled for new GPS III satellite
The US military’s Space Force plans to launch the next GPS III satellite in late May to demonstrate how it can fill constellation gaps on a truncated timetable
NewsVolvo Penta unveils electric IPS
New fully electric marine propulsion range built on proven IPS platform marks milestone on engine builder’s path to zero emissions
NewsRecords smashed at officially largest ever Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
Record number of boats on display draws strong crowds and exhibitor plaudits
NewsScottish marina up for tender
Savills is searching for a suitable buyer for the long leasehold interest in the property
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