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CATL predicts fully-electric boats will be capable of navigating oceans within three years
CATL’s future appears to include continued expansions into marine electrification, as an executive for the company recently predicted that fully electric boats will soon be able to navigate the open seas safely. CATL is already the leading battery manufacturer in the world, with its products already powering electronic devices, EVs, and even electric planes. For…
Read MoreSteve Bell on Superyacht Radio
Live from the Atlantic: Steve Bell on Superyacht Radio Silent Yachts was recently featured on Superyacht Radio, where interviewer Walter Schmid connected live with our Vice Chairman and captain of the trip, Steve Bell, as he crossed the Atlantic aboard the Silent 62 3-Deck “100%”. Speaking from the middle of the ocean, Steve offered an…
Read MoreCheshire canal reopens to boats following £850k repair to collapsed culvert
Boats can return to the Shropshire Union Canal in Cheshire following a major £850k project to repair a breach caused earlier this year when an old culvert carrying a stream under the canal collapsed. Shropshire Union Canal culvert repair The repair to the canal, just north of Chester between Knolls Bridge and Backford Bridge, required…
Read MoreAnderton Boat Lift gate repairs prioritised to get navigation back open
We’re today announcing that it will be prioritising the programme of works at Anderton Boat Lift during the year ahead that will see the ‘Cathedral of the Canals’ back open and operational for boaters. The investment will enable the lift to transfer boats between the Trent & Mersey Canal and the River Weaver once again…
Read MoreSteve Bell on Superyacht Radio
Live from the Atlantic: Steve Bell on Superyacht Radio Silent Yachts was recently featured on Superyacht Radio, where interviewer Walter Schmid connected live with our Vice Chairman and captain of the trip, Steve Bell, as he crossed the Atlantic aboard the Silent 62 3-Deck “100%”. Speaking from the middle of the ocean, Steve offered an…
Read MoreWigan canal reopens to boats after water main burst
Boats can return to cruising the seven-mile length of the Leigh Branch of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Wigan as it reopens following a large water main burst in August. United Utilities burst water main repairs on Leigh Branch Our engineers worked closely with United Utilities, who owns the water main, to carry out…
Read MoreEndorsing the Boat Licence Commission’s Report
The report of the independent Commission set up to review the legal framework around boat licensing has been welcomed by our Board, which thanks the Commissioners and endorses the report’s analysis The review The report concluded that boat licensing needs reform to reflect the current and future use of the waterways and noted the considerable…
Read MoreHyroad Energy partners with fuel suppliers for hydrogen trucks-as-a-service scheme in California
Clarity on clean hydrogen Our mission is to deliver engaging and independent business journalism and insight to executives and leaders in the global clean hydrogen industry. We focus on delivering the news and analysis that matters, fearlessly looking beyond the hydrogen hype to provide a balanced view of the market, giving readers the knowledge they…
Read MoreThe Silent 62 3-Deck “100%” begins its Atlantic crossing
The Silent 62 3-Deck “100%” has departed from Gibraltar and is now sailing toward Antigua on a solar-electric Atlantic crossing. On board, a crew of five will make the passage in stages, following the traditional route via the Canary Islands. Vice Chairman Steve Bell is the Captain on board for this journey, sharing life at…
Read MoreTorqeedo unveils new products at Metstrade 2025
Premiere: Torqeedo unveils new outboard motors and system components at Metstrade 2025 Torqeedo presents the new Cruise 3.0 (48 V) and 6.0 (48 V) models, the new Travel XS, and a new generation of Deep Blue system components for the first time at Metstrade in Amsterdam from November 18–20. The upgraded Cruise models stand out…
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