News & Press

After introducing the first jet tender to the world in 1991 and completely revamping the landscape of the luxury yacht tender through its Avon brand for over 20 years, Zodiac Nautic is doubling down on its commitment to keep exploring the future of the boating industry.

As production of the exciting new RS21 keelboat gets underway it is time to reflect that, with an increasing focus on sustainability within sailing, improving a keelboat’s green credentials was at the heart of the RS21 design brief.

Torqeedo is pleased to announce the re-launch of Moonwave, a Gunboat 60 catamaran recently refit with the latest version of Torqeedo’s award-winning Deep Blue Hybrid system.

Torqeedo is supplying electric propulsion systems for a fleet of 15 new passenger excursion boats recently delivered to for Vinpearl’s newest resort development at Hoi An, Vietnam.

Torqeedo received the European Commercial Marine Awards (ECM) prestigious Maritime Sustainability Award for its outstanding achievements in environmental and sustainability initiatives, July 3 at Seawork International 2018 in Southampton, UK.

Torqeedo will demonstrate the latest developments in electric marine propulsion and battery products and will showcase recent electric and hybrid workboat projects from around the world on Stand E3000 at the Electric & Hybrid Marine World Expo.

Torqeedo is supplying the electric integrated propulsion system for the new aluminum ECOCAT solar-electric passenger ferry, which was recently launched and will enter service on Spain’s Mediterranean coast later this summer.

BMW and Torqeedo plan to support Team Malizia with lightweight construction and zero-emission drive technology.

Torqeedo announced the appointment of Oliver Glück as its vice president marketing.

The City of Suzhou in eastern China has deployed a fleet of electric workboats powered by Torqeedo motors as part of a program to clean up its canals and waterways.

Category-leading Ultralight 403 is now available with almost 3 times the range and run time.

Torqeedo today announced a new 25 kW range extender for its Deep Blue system.

Leading electric boating manufacturer Torqeedo presents new products for 2018 at METS Amsterdam.

DEUTZ announced today it has acquired Torqeedo. The acquisition brings together one of the world’s leading independent engine manufacturers with the market leader in electric mobility on the water.

Zodiac Nautic Group is doubling down on its commitment to shape the future of the boating industry.

Torqeedo has opened a new office in Bangkok, Thailand, to accommodate its rapid growth in Asia and the Pacific region (APAC).

Torqeedo has made state-of-the-art automotive battery technology available for boats by offering BMW i high-capacity batteries via a recently signed supplier agreement.

Travel 1003 C is a new, longer-running model of Torqeedo’s bestselling electric outboard with integrated lithium battery.

Luxury catamaran manufacturer Privilege Marine announced that it now offers hybrid electric propulsion and integrated energy management by Torqeedo.

U.S. Executive Assumes Responsibility for Global Sales and Strategy

Torqeedo, the market leader in the fast-growing marine electric propulsion industry, has been selected to provide the auxiliary propulsion system for The Queen’s Rowbarge, Gloriana.

Auf der Boot Tulln 2017, der größten Wassersportmesse in Österreich, präsentiert Torqeedo vom 2. bis 5. März wegweisende Neuheiten und Österreich-Premieren. Präsentiert werden der neue Travel 1003 C und die gesamte Travel Range, der Ultralight, die komplette Cruise Range inklusive dem neuen, mit zahlreichen Awards ausgezeichneten Cruise Pod im Wassertank, außerdem der Hochleistungs-Hochvoltmotor Deep Blue i mit der neuen BMW i Hochvoltbatterie.

Torqeedo, the global leader in electric marine propulsion, has been honored with a fourth Pittman Innovation Award by SAIL Magazine for its Cruise Fixed Pod motor series and the groundbreaking Rudder Drive.

Leading electric boating manufacturer Torqeedo presents new products that redefine electric mobility on the water at the world's largest water sports trade fair, boot Düsseldorf 2017.

Cruise Pod motor system receives major industry price | Jury recognizes practical electric alternative to inboard diesels | Second overall victory for Torqeedo at the DAME Award

Rudder-integrated electric drive replaces combustion inboard or saildrive, no need for thrusters | Superior maneuverability, power generation while sailing and minimal weight | Hanse 315 is the first sailing yacht by a major manufacturer with an industrially produced electric drive

Deep Blue Hybrid goes commercial | Europe’s first electric water taxi christened in Rotterdam | 100 passenger vessel with Deep Blue launched in Ottawa

Exceptional range and top speed with 48 V only | US magazine Boating Industry awards Cruise 10.0 R “Top Product 2016” | Introductory video goes viral with 300,000+ views in first 5 days

Exalto Emirates LLC is Torqeedo’s new sales partner in the United Arab Emirates.

With new partnerships, Torqeedo opens up new markets in Asia and Australia.

To start the new season, the world leader in electric boating launches several new drive systems, expanding the range of possible applications offered by the Starnberg-based company.

„A reliable turnkey system with the backing of a single, established manufacturer“

The leading manufacturer of electric boat motors has created a new key management position: As Director Communications, Stefan Gerhard is responsible for Torqeedo’s brand and corporate communications across all media and channels.

Torqeedo’s high-voltage motor in the commercial environment

A new unmanned vessel, launched with the help of Google, will map shorelines and raise awareness of the impacts of global sea level rise. The high-tech boat boasts innovative technologies from the boatbuilding, propulsion and mapping fields.

Torqeedo GmbH and Nimbus Boats Sweden AB develop the world's first Coupé Cruiser with serial hybrid propulsion.

Raphaël Domjan has an ambitious plan. This summer, the eco-adventurer intends to travel the Northwest Passage from the Pacific to the Atlantic with an electric kayak – propelled by an Ultralight 403 from Torqeedo.

The "Tender 06e from designboats.ch powered by Deep Blue 80 from Torqeedo" is winner of the "Best for Nature" category at the BOOT & FUN in Berlin.

The race around Wye Island was again dominated by Torqeedo outboards. For the third time in succession, all the winners in this competition held in Chesapeake Bay on the US East Coast were powered by motors from the leader in electric propulsion.

The group rate includes comprehensive cover and is at the same time very favourable – thus recognising DEEP BLUE's outstanding safety standards

Solaris sets new standards for environmentally sustainable boating in one of the world's most ecologically senstive regions – the Galapagos Islands.

Torqeedo will be extending its range of products for the coming season, adding new motors – including the global market leader's first inboard, a cool app for even more fun and information on the water, new charging options and practical accessories.

Torqeedo wins the most prestigious innovation prize in the USA with DEEP BLUE as well

Torqeedo presents the world's most powerful electric outboard in serial production at the METS in Amsterdam – and sweeps the board!

Two speed specialists join forces on the water – a Travel 1003 from Torqeedo has won the race to become the favoured drive for the new J/70 sportboat from J/Boats.

The venture capital company of the Bosch Group, Robert Bosch Venture Capital GmbH, is taking a stake in Torqeedo, the world's leading supplier of electric boat drives based in Starnberg.

Torqeedo, the supplier of high-tech outboard motors, is pressing ahead with its international expansion. With the establishment of a branch office in Spain, dealers and boatbuilders will now be supported by the company's own sales network in ten countries. The vendor collaborates with distributors in a further 30 countries.

Torqeedo hits the ground running with the new Cruise T, introducing the latest generation leading edge e-outboards.

... again, the winner is: Torqeedo

The Torqeedo Travel 1003 has again been chosen "Green Product of the Year" – by West Marine,world's largest boating industry retailer.