ePropulsion has officially launched the Seaview 50 catamaran – a collaborative effort between HeySea Yachts Company and ePropulsion Technology.
The 50ft catamaran has already sailed from Xinhui Port, China, to Phuket, Thailand – a 2,500 mile voyage that has tested the energy storage technology of the craft.
The 48V energy storage system was developed by ePropulsion and consists of four batteries, a 48V energy distribution unit, two hybrid inverters, a set of around 1900W solar panels, an AC distribution panel and a diesel generator.
The Seaview 50 is equipped with a 47.1kWH lithium iron phosphate battery that can be charged using solar energy, a generator or shore charging stations.
Once fully charged, it can support air conditioning for between six and eight hours without the need to run the generator.
The design has been developed to optimise fuel efficiency and reduce carbon footprint alongside meeting global environmental standards and promoting the development of sustainable sailing.
We aim to showcase the competitiveness of Chinese brands on the international stage.
Danny Tao
“New energy vessels are gradually becoming the mainstream trend in the future of the shipping industry, with China’s yacht manufacturing sector leading this transformation as a pioneer,” said Danny Tao, co-founder and CEO of ePropulsion.
“ePropulsion will continue to explore business models and global market opportunities for yacht electrification in collaboration with HeySea.
“Through deep cooperation and resource sharing, we aim to showcase the competitiveness of Chinese brands on the international stage and jointly create a new chapter in yacht electrification.”
HeySea Yachts manufactures mid to large-sized yachts and catamarans and has nearly 20 years of experience in superyacht production.
Earlier in 2024, the two companies signed a cooperation agreement to expand their areas of collaboration and scope, fostering new energy development solutions through a partnership approach.
