Sustainability – Page 28
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World’s first recyclable, solar-electric boat in production
La Bella Verde (LBV), a Spanish developer of eco-friendly catamarans, is to launch what it describes as “the world’s most sustainable boat” in 2021.
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Feadship unveils next generation of eco-conscious superyachts with latest project, Escape
Green innovations include huge areas of solar panelling, hybrid propulsion, and boat’s very own greenhouse
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Evoy to power SailGP chase boats
Norwegian firm working with premium RIB builder Goldfish on new high-output electric boat
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Suzuki unveils microplastics collection system for outboards
Suzuki announced what it says is the world’s first microplastics collecting system for outboard motors on Thursday as part of the IBEX Online virtual trade event.
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First hydrogen-powered yacht premieres in Monaco
The 40ft ‘New Era’ was designed by Hynova Boat What is being touted as the world’s first hydrogen-powered yacht designed by Hynova Boat premiered last week in Monaco during the Planetary Health Week Capital Yachting Experience. The French company launched ‘New Era’ from the La Ciotat Dockyard ...
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EU drive for greener economy not really hampered by coronavirus
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen The coronavirus pandemic may be hammering economies worldwide, but it has not significantly dented Europe’s enthusiasm to get a handle on climate change. This week, the European Commission asked EU governments to raise Europe’s 2030 target for emission cuts to ...
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Scandinavian builders lead electric revolution as Rand and X Shore unveil new models
Two boatbuilders are launching new models centring on green and smart features
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Asian companies partner on all-electric boat and yacht range
VIVIC Corporation is teamed up with Taiwanese builder Kha Shing to roll out a new range of electric boats and yachts
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Princess Yachts announces sustainability partnership with Ecoworks Marine
Princess Yachts, has announced a new brand partnership with Ecoworks Marine, a supplier of sustainable cleaning products for the marine industry. The collaboration will see all Princess customers be given the option of an Ecoworks Marine starter cleaning kit with any new yacht purchase from the Princess range, ensuring the ...
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Rolls-Royce launches Power Lab to develop future fuel technologies
Marine focus on innovative and net zero carbon drive and energy solutions
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The circular economy at work
Volvo Penta is giving new life to engines and drivelines through remanufacturing, reinforcing sustainability at the same time
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EU invests in Europe’s first gigafactory of lithium-ion batteries
The European Investment Bank – the EU’s long-term lending arm – is investing €300m toward the financing of Northvolt One, Europe’s first gigafactory for green lithium-ion battery cells in northern Sweden.
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Fraser Yachts signs national pact for energy transition with Monaco government
Fraser Yachts has signed the official National Pact for Energy Transition (Pacte National pour la Transition Énergétique) with the Monaco government, making it the first yachting company to do so.
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Superyacht sector reports good first year for its sustainability agenda
The Water Revolution Foundation, an initiative of sustainability projects of the global superyacht sector, has reported better-than-anticipated progress in its first year of operation.
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Volvo Penta commits to WWF’s Climate Savers program through today’s technology
Manufacturer’s IPS technology becomes engine for change as part of WWF Climate Savers program
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New proposal for eco-labelling of recreational marinas
The IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute has investigated how an eco-labelling system can be used to reduce the environmental impact of recreational marinas. In a report, a new proposal is presented on what eco-labelling might look like, taking into account both the scope and harmfulness of various activities. “This is ...
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Azura Marine launches new solar-powered cat
The first of a new series of solar-powered catamarans by the Singapore-based Azura Marine was launched earlier this month in Bali, Indonesia. The appropriately named ’Solar Eclipse’ is the first hull of in Azura’s Aquanima 40 series, which currently includes the Aquanima 40 and Aquanima 45.