Danish firm is developing a new electric sportsboat

Danish company Sarvo Marine is developing a new electric sports boat that will have a top speed of over 70kt, making it one of the fastest electric boats on the water. In addition to its impressive top speed the Sarvo 37 will have a number of innovations that will give it a ‘green’ image such as being constructed from recycled aluminium and having decks made from synthetic wood that is largely made from recycled plastic.

The Sarvo 37 will being able to run to just 15 minutes at its top speed but at slower speeds the range is extended out to around 100 miles from the 350-kWH battery pack. There is also a secondary battery pack that acts as a ‘get you home’ unit and so removes the anxiety that many users of electric boats feel for the risk of a flat battery. Sarvo will be offering its Nerve Smart charging system that can recharge the batteries in just one hour but a variety of other charging systems can be used depending on availability.

The electric propulsion motor produces a massive 1280hp that this drives through a new surface drive unit that Sarvo claims is 10-18% more efficient that conventional drive systems. This drive unit has the surface propeller operating in a semi-tunnel and both trim and steering are incorporated using hydraulic systems. Under the foredeck there is a cabin for two people with both a bathroom and a compact galley designed mainly for overnight stays.

It is planned to keep the aluminium hull with a polished aluminium finish, creating a contrast with the synthetic wooden decks and the leather upholstery. The styling is slightly retro and there is a distinct touch of Scandinavian design with a ‘slipper launch’ type stern. The design and development have been carried out by Sarvo Breckling, the CEO of the company, in collaboration with Danish Marine Design. No date has been announced for the launch of this revolutionary boat, but it is though that the building of the prototype is well-advanced.

Source: IBI News