Vision Marine Technologies has partnered with Massimo Marine to produce a fully integrated 30ft electric pontoon platform.
The pontoon is designed for commercial and recreational markets, with the partnership part of Vision Marine’s shift to offer complete electric boats directly to consumers.
Vision Marine points out the US pontoon boat market is growing with pontoon boat sales reaching 115,000 units in 2023.
Vision Marine has experience of integrating electric propulsion systems into various boat designs and says the new electric pontoon platform will meet the highest standards of performance, efficiency, and reliability for both recreational and commercial use.
“This product is the result of years of requests from nautical bases and operators who have been asking for a reliable, turn-key electric solution,” explained Alexandre Mongeon, CEO of Vision Marine.
“With this partnership, we aim to bridge the gap efficiently, delivering what the industry has long demanded.
“By combining our world-record-breaking, third party-tested technology with Massimo Marine’s manufacturing capabilities, we’re creating a solution that is as dependable as it is innovative.”
Massimo Marine’s production facilities in Garland, Texas, are expected to be used to produce the new electric pontoons and bring them to market.
“We’re proud to be partnering with Vision Marine’s innovative propulsion solution in brining truly efficient electric propulsion systems to the commercial and recreational space,” said David Shan, CEO of Massimo Group.
“This collaboration showcases our shared commitment to innovation and sustainability, providing customers with high-performance electric pontoons through Vision Marine’s factory-direct distribution along with our networks.”
Vision Marine Technologies is known for its E-Motion electric marine powertrain technology.
Massimo Marine, a subsidiary of Massimo Group, was established in Garland, Texas, in 2018. Massimo Marine manufactures and sells pontoon and Tritoon boats.