At Photon, our vision is to preserve the planet’s waterways and oceans through the adoption of electric propulsion technology. When compared to boats powered by internal combustion engines, we estimate that our product will reduce the total cost of ownership by almost half, require less maintenance without sacrificing performance while eliminating the use of fossil fuels. This is a clear and ripe opportunity for technical innovation that’s good for people, planet, and profit. We are developing an electric outboard motor system and integrated fleet management software platform to provide an alternative propulsion system for small boat vessels. The system includes a first in-class electric motor (300 HP, 63 kWh battery) and software capable of providing predictive maintenance, optimized operator profiles, fleet management, telemetry, and eventually, semi-autonomous functions. The software platform will also enable our revenue model, a lease optimized to actual use. We will initially target tourism and transportation fleets including businesses such as whale watching, scuba and snorkel, boat rentals, charter fishing, and water taxis. We have developed a blueprint for how to bring key stakeholders to the table, including small businesses, utility companies, governmental and regulatory organizations, marinas, and charging infrastructure partners. This blueprint is currently being built for the state of Oregon and will be replicated in our target markets.
This event served as a great reminder that we all share the same planet, and that we are all here to help each other be successful.
So proud to see our CEO Marcelino Alvarez Alvarez’s passion for creating innovative solutions that promote an equitable world both environmentally and technologically.
Check out The Oregon Community Foundation’s page for more information about the great work they do!
I wanted to express my gratitude for the opportunity to share some thoughts on how to bridge the digital divide at the The Oregon Community Foundation's Conexiones event in Lincoln City earlier this week. As we think about the challenges faced by rural and Latine communities, ensuring equitable access to broadband, tools, resources, and technology is just the starting point. Meeting people where they are and adapting programs to suit their needs gets us closer to bridging the divide, but it's not enough. I really enjoyed the conversation and sharing the stage with my co-panelist Herbert Beauclere. Thank you to Stephen Green for the invitation to share my story and current digital toolset. Photo credits: Jonathan Riley from Better.
Went on an amazing sea trial run with Marcelino Alvarez the other day to witness the power of the Photon Marine electric boat engine and systems they are building here in Portland. Fast and Quiet (could talk at a normal level while speeding along). Amazing to see what they are building for the working maritime industry. Love to see this being built in Portland as we have a long history in being a ship building town. Keep your eyes on this one.
This past week Nick Schoeps represented Photon as one of only ten individuals selected to participate in the EU-US Emerging Leaders Program, which focuses on topics core to Photon’s mission: protecting our planet and investing in new cooperative technological solutions to better the world around us.
Nick shared about the cutting edge work that Photon Marine team has been immersed in developing in addition to coming away excited about what others are similarly creating across the globe.
Programs like this help push the needle forward across the green tech space by fostering broad collaboration, extending out internationally!
In case any of our friends in the US missed the news this Monday, we have been awarded a grant from Canada's Ocean Supercluster!
Their support for our vision to #decarbonize marine propulsion means that we will be able to collaborate with other cutting-edge marine technology and research companies to accelerate the electric transition.
It is an amazing honor to be included in this rapid commercialization program. We look forward to collaborating with our partners ABCO Industries Inc., Rosborough Boats, BlueGrid, VoltSafe Inc., Mostar Labs Inc., and Malahat Solutions Inc.
🌊 Today's the day! In Ottawa, Ontario OSC unveiled three exciting new projects totaling over $14M!
These projects will boost Canada's marine industry competitiveness, create jobs through electric propulsion systems, enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce emissions with real-time carbon monitoring and advanced data analytics, and advance kelp farming and carbon fixation assessment. These initiatives drive Canada closer to realizing hashtag #Ambition2035 through fostering innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness within the ocean economy.
🔹 Canadian Electric Propulsion Acceleration Coalition (CEPAC) Project | Photon Marine Canada By advancing electric propulsion systems collaboratively, CEPAC boosts Canada's marine industry competitiveness, establishes a domestic supply chain, and fosters job creation.
🔹 Optimizing Maritime Supply Chain Operations Project | OceanSync Inc.
The project will enhance maritime supply chain efficiency, sustainability, and security, aligning with environmental goals by monitoring and reducing emissions.
🔹 Verifying Ocean Climate Impacts Project | veritree Technology Inc.
The project will address the urgent need in the ocean industry for sustainable, scalable, and measurable solutions to evaluate kelp's impact on carbon fixation, biodiversity, and ocean health.
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🌊 Aujourd’hui, c’est le jour ! À Ottawa en Ontario, SOC a dévoilé trois nouveaux projets passionnants totalisant plus de 14 M$!
Ces projets stimuleront la compétitivité de l'industrie maritime du Canada, créeront des emplois grâce aux systèmes de propulsion électrique, rehausseront l'efficacité de la chaîne d'approvisionnement, réduiront les émissions grâce à la surveillance du carbone en temps réel et à l'analyse avancée des données et ils feront progresser l'élevage du varech et l'évaluation de la fixation de carbone. Ces initiatives rapprochent le Canada de la réalisation de hashtag
#Ambition2035 en favorisant l’innovation, la durabilité et la compétitivité au sein de l’économie océanique.
🔹 Projet Coalition canadienne pour l'accélération de la propulsion électrique (CEPAC) | Photon Marine Canada
En faisant progresser les systèmes de propulsion électrique de façon collaborative, le projet CEPAC stimule la compétitivité de l'industrie maritime du Canada, établit une chaîne d'approvisionnement nationale et favorise la création d'emplois.
🔹 Projet Optimisation des opérations de la chaîne d'approvisionnement maritime | OceanSync Inc
Le projet vient rehausser l’efficacité, la durabilité et la sécurité de la chaîne d’approvisionnement maritime en s’alignant sur les objectifs environnementaux par la surveillance et la réduction des émissions.
🔹 Projet Vérification des impacts climatiques océaniques | Veritree Technology Inc.
Le projet répondra au besoin urgent de solutions durables, évolutives et mesurables pour l'industrie océanique en vue d’évaluer l'impact du varech sur la fixation de carbone, la biodiversité et la santé des océans.
Photon is thrilled to be leading the charge towards marine electrification. This endeavor brings together some of the brightest minds in the industry, including boat builders, charging infrastructure providers, and marine technology commissioning. We are grateful to the Canada's Ocean Supercluster for their support and leadership in marine decarbonization, and to our stellar project partners for joining us on this critical journey.
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster announces $7m project expediting the development and commercialization of electric propulsion systems ⚡
Today, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster announced the Canadian Electric Propulsion Acceleration Coalition (CEPAC) Project to expedite the development and commercialization of electric propulsion systems through collaboration among marine industry stakeholders. By advancing electric propulsion systems collaboratively, CEPAC boosts Canada's marine industry competitiveness, establishes a domestic supply chain, and fosters job creation.
Led by Photon Marine in Victoria, BC, the CEPAC aims to establish a Canadian electric boat manufacturing supply chain, addressing challenges such as fleet electrification and hull design optimization.
Together with partners in Nova Scotia; BlueGrid, Rosborough Boats, ABCO Industries Inc. and in British Columbia; Malahat Solutions, VoltSafe Inc. and Mostar Labs Inc., this project has a total value of more than $7 million. Canada’s Ocean Supercluster is contributing $2.7 million and the balance of funding coming from project partners.
➡ Read more: https://lnkd.in/epK5Kds5
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Supergrappe des océans du Canada annonce un projet de 7 M$ pour accélérer le développement et la commercialisation de systèmes de propulsion électrique ⚡
Supergrappe des océans du Canada a annoncé aujourd’hui le projet Coalition canadienne pour l’accélération de la propulsion électrique (CEPAC) visant à accélérer le développement et la commercialisation de systèmes de propulsion électrique grâce à la collaboration entre des parties prenantes de l’industrie maritime. En faisant progresser les systèmes de propulsion électrique de façon collaborative, le projet CEPAC stimule la compétitivité de l’industrie maritime du Canada, établit une chaîne d’approvisionnement nationale et favorise la création d’emplois.
Dirigé par Photon Marine située à Victoria en Colombie-Britannique, le projet CEPAC vise à établir une chaîne d’approvisionnement canadienne de fabrication d’embarcations électriques en abordant des défis tels que l’électrification de la flotte et l’optimisation de la conception de la coque.
En collaboration avec les partenaires BlueGrid, Rosborough Boats, ABCO Industries Inc. de la Nouvelle-Écosse et de Malahat Solutions, VoltSafe Inc. et Mostar Labs Inc. de la Colombie-Britannique, ce projet comporte une valeur totale de plus de 7 millions de dollars. Supergrappe des océans du Canada y fournit 2,7 millions de dollars alors que le reste du financement provient de l’équipe de projet.
➡ Pour en savoir plus, veuillez consulter : https://lnkd.in/ejtBd5KM#Ambition2035#OceanNation#MarineIndustry#Canadianinnovation#CleanEnergy#collaboration
This is the team that makes the magic happen!
The team has added two new engineers Sawyer Plank and Cyrus Metcalf who have hit the ground running. They've accelerated our progress so much already and we're happy to have them on board.
Check them out cruising the waterways in Portland with Nick Schoeps Marcus Marjama:
#EV#boating#teamwork#greentech
The ability to achieve groundbreaking tasks on your own is difficult, but collaborating with like minded teams allows for incredible innovation.
Through our collaboration with Silverback Marine and their amazing team, we've designed a work boat like none before; one that is cutting edge, electric, environmental sustainable, and cost efficient.
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The Photon Marine twin electric-outboard landing craft redefines high speed, whisper-quiet workboating.
The Sherpa 24 platform offers a 2.5 ton payload capacity, HDPE side fenders, Euro transom, dual dive doors, integrated dive ladder and so much more...
Contact our sales team today to secure your delivery slot!
Also available in traditional diesel and gasoline outboard configurations.
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Our CEO Marcelino Alvarez delivered an inspiring talk at The Wings Conference last month!
He discussed how the waterways of Portland and other cities have the potential to drive not only marine innovation, but also economic and social development.
Check out his talk here : https://lnkd.in/djGEQ_8MClimate Curious
