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SERVICE PEDESTALS
from Marina Industry April 2022
by ASTAC
Strategic partnerships to develop electric boat charging infrastructure
On 1 March, Aqua superPower, the first global marine fast charging network, announced a strategic partnership with AC charge point developer e-concept, which has developed a novel design of charging posts that have been approved for use in certain sensitive environments, including the canals in Venice. Aqua superPower will be developing charging infrastructure for marine and inland water applications deploying e-concept’s AC charging posts where environmental, cultural and heritage factors need to be considered. e-concept manufactures public and private recharging stations for electric boats and for the transition towards electric marine transport. Aqua superPower is rolling out a global network of marine chargers, which it will fund, own, and operate. The parties will be working together to install public Type 2 AC charging infrastructure, with particular focus on Venice, inland waterways, and European lakes where regulation and climate action increasingly drive the demand for electric boats.
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Recyclable materials
The charging post made by e-concept is produced with 100% recyclable materials and is characterised by a design that is integrated with traditional Venetian architectural features and environmental context. With Type 2 AC connectors, the charger complies with European legislation on public charging standards, providing significant safety and usability benefits. Aqua superPower already supports marinas, boat-builders and boat- owners in the drive to bring electric power to the water and reduce the impact of boating on marine ecosystems by adopting its network of fast chargers for electric boats. e-concept’s charging technology and hardware will integrate with Aqua superPower’s network and user management technology. The company is also developing its network so that it will be accessible to electric boat users via the Aqua secure app or RFID card. The app will enable users to view a map showing charger options and offering navigational aids to guide them to their chosen location. e-concept’s and Aqua superPower’s partnership will promote its mission to reduce the impact of boating on the
marine environment by developing an all-electric and integrated global marine charging network.
Charging pole integrated with traditional Venetian architecture.
Nowegian partnership
In a joint statement in the UK and Norway on 13 April, Aqua superPower and Norwegian electric boat motor systems developer Evoy announced another strategic partnership. This will aim to facilitate the transition to electric power for use by commercial boating. Aqua superPower and Evoy, one of the global frontrunners in the rapidly accelerating electric boat industry, will jointly promote the adoption of e-mobility in the marine sector.
Given the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions, marinas, ports, and harbours are looking to incorporate sustainable
technologies and practices into their operations to reduce pollution and mitigate their environmental impact. Aqua superPower and Evoy will be offering their respective marine fast charging infrastructure and clean technology solutions to site owners and commercial boating operators, helping them to take substantial steps towards decarbonising and protecting marine ecosystems.
Evoy’s 100% electric outboard and inboard motor systems are built for fast and powerful boats between 20-50 ft. The company’s solutions are suitable for all types of craft and can be employed to service workboats, fishing boats, tugs, ferries and even lifeboats. Like its new partner, Evoy adopted the universal electric vehicle Combined Charging System (CCS), which uses connectors to provide power up to 350 kilowatts.
Aqua superPower’s fully-sealed IP-65 rated DC rapid chargers utilise a smart network to deliver regional charging corridors and hubs in both inland and coastal boating areas.
Recharging an electric boat from an Aqua SP 25 pole.
Aqua superPower enquiries@aqua-superpower.com www.aqua-superpower.com
A dockside configuration of twin Aqua 75 rapid charging stations. Aqua superPower charger on show at MDL’s Green Tech Boat Show.
Looking to offer supercharging at your marina? Aqua will install and operate certified marine technology at no cost to you, providing 24/7 customer care and all compatibility testing.
