Electric boats, like electric cars, are not a new idea, but worries about climate change have spurred innovative design in the boating community and new models are out on the water near you. E&T learned more from electric pioneer Candela and others at the Dusseldorf International Boat Show. OUTSIDE THE RAREFIED and highly specialised world of top-of-the-range racing yachts, the world of leisure boating has, until recently, been slow to innovate. After a three-year Covid-induced hiatus, Boot Dusseldorf (Dusseldorf International Boat Show)opened to the public in late January 2023. One of the largest exhibitions of its kind in the world, over 1,700 exhibitors showcase their latest designs to the trade and well-heeled clients. From super-yachts to sailboats, many new vessels were on show. Most exhibitors were displaying incremental improvements, but Swedish company Candela went back to basics and presented a completely redesigned powerboat and won out at the Oscars of the boat world in the powerboat class.
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