Photo: Pascoe International
Luxury can be green – this seems to be the new motto of the superyacht industry, which is transitioning to hybrid and electric propulsions systems, in addition to other sustainable features. Even the water toys that accompany luxury yachts follow the same trend, and this newly-announced electric limousine tender proves it.
All large, luxury yachts come with a wide range of water toys, patiently waiting in a dedicated tender garage. Some of these tenders are so large and luxurious that they are called limousines, and their costs can rival those of smaller yachts. Well, one lucky superyacht owner will soon be getting not just an awesome vessel but a unique tender to go with it – the first all-electric limousine tender.
Pascoe International, a brand that’s been delivering exclusive tenders to high-end customers since 2004, used the experience it has gained by building 250 boats to create the first e-limousine tender on the market. The project is still covered in secrecy, and the name of the “prestigious Northern European shipyard” that’s building the superyacht that will be accompanied by this new boat hasn’t been revealed.
This also means that we don’t know what the future watercraft will look like, but judging by Pascoe’s previous models, with sizes ranging from 8 to 12 meters (26-39 feet), it will be a sleek, sophisticated boat. But this new model will be about more than just good looks. After six years of research and development, and with help from various partners, including specialists in automotive electrification, the British company came up with an innovative design.
This new electric limousine tender, claiming to be the world’s first, is based on the company’s renowned SL platform and is equipped with advanced oil-cooled motors. The complex electrification system is supposed to bring several advantages.
In terms of performance, the e-motors’ torque profile increases the acceleration, and the boat flaunts an impressive top speed of 40 knots (46 mph/74 kph), in addition to a 60-mile (97 km) range.
As far as comfort goes, passengers will also feel a shift, as the electric system cuts noise and vibration drastically. Optimal speed, range, and comfort – all of these are accomplished while protecting the environment, with zero-emission propulsion.
The pioneering e-limousine tender is currently being built and set to be delivered in 2023. Hopefully, we’ll get a closer look at this new-generation vessel by then.
Pascoe International, a brand that’s been delivering exclusive tenders to high-end customers since 2004, used the experience it has gained by building 250 boats to create the first e-limousine tender on the market. The project is still covered in secrecy, and the name of the “prestigious Northern European shipyard” that’s building the superyacht that will be accompanied by this new boat hasn’t been revealed.
This also means that we don’t know what the future watercraft will look like, but judging by Pascoe’s previous models, with sizes ranging from 8 to 12 meters (26-39 feet), it will be a sleek, sophisticated boat. But this new model will be about more than just good looks. After six years of research and development, and with help from various partners, including specialists in automotive electrification, the British company came up with an innovative design.
This new electric limousine tender, claiming to be the world’s first, is based on the company’s renowned SL platform and is equipped with advanced oil-cooled motors. The complex electrification system is supposed to bring several advantages.
In terms of performance, the e-motors’ torque profile increases the acceleration, and the boat flaunts an impressive top speed of 40 knots (46 mph/74 kph), in addition to a 60-mile (97 km) range.
As far as comfort goes, passengers will also feel a shift, as the electric system cuts noise and vibration drastically. Optimal speed, range, and comfort – all of these are accomplished while protecting the environment, with zero-emission propulsion.
The pioneering e-limousine tender is currently being built and set to be delivered in 2023. Hopefully, we’ll get a closer look at this new-generation vessel by then.
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