Global marine fast charge network Aqua superPower expands to the US and Scandinavia

The Aqua 75 dual CCS configuration supercharging the X Shore Eelex 8000 © Aqua superPower

Global marine fast charge network AQUA superPower (www.aqua-superpower.com) expands into the US and Scandinavia with installations at Lake Tahoe and on the west coast of Sweden. Tahoe City Marina (www.tahoecitymarina.com) brings Lake Tahoe closer to introducing clean electric boating with the first Aqua superPower marine fast charger installation in the US. Renowned across Sweden and Scandinavia for its service, facilities and beautiful unspoilt environment, Lyckans Slip Marina (www.lyckansslip.se) wants to lead the way with best practice sustainable marina management by making Aqua superPower's electric boat fast charging available to its customers.

The recreational boat market in North America is expected to be the largest and fastest-growing across the world due to high demand for leisure boating and water-sports in the region. As North America's largest alpine lake, Lake Tahoe is an absolute favourite for boating enthusiasts from all over northern California, Nevada and internationally. Tahoe is known world-wide for its stunning scenery and the clarity of its water. The new Aqua high power DC charger at Tahoe City Marina is the first of a smart network of chargers to be rolled out along the shores of the Lake to support boat users that choose electric boating as an alternate to petroleum based fuel.

Leisure boating is deeply rooted in the culture of Swedes and the country has among the highest density of leisure boats per capita in the world. With more than 800,000 boats floating on Swedish waters and around 1,500 active boat clubs, leisure boating is a multi-billion SEK industry that engages 3+ million Swedes every year. Lyckans Slip Marina is set in the picturesque former fishing village of Fiskebäckskil and wants to lead the way with best practice sustainable marina management by making Aqua superPower's electric boat fast charging available to its customers. Earlier this year Lyckans Slip welcomed Brandt Båt with its own on-site customer centre, reselling and servicing a number of boat brands, including Swedish built X Shore and Strana electric boats.

"We have always aimed to be at the forefront of environmental work, and the decision to be the first in Sweden to join the Aqua superPower network is one part of this." explains Conny Holmberg, Marina Director of Lyckans Slip. "I want Lyckans Slip to be well ahead of the expected surge in clean electric boating. With over 70 electric boat builders currently in operation, there is a growing and fast-evolving range of models for boat lovers to explore. Our new Aqua 75 DC rapid charger will allow them to charge and regain their autonomy in as little as 20min - 90mins. That's the time it takes to have a leisurely lunch at our on-site restaurant."

"As members of the Clean Marina Program, Tahoe City Marina is proud to be the first boating destination in the US to provide marine fast charging with the Aqua supercharger. This firmly puts Tahoe City Marina and Lake Tahoe on the map as a viable location for electric boat owners and boat makers to bring their craft" says Jim Phelan, General Manager of Tahoe City Marina. "The transition to e-marine mobility will accelerate as a result of the enhanced convenience afforded by the expansion of plug & go charging infrastructure. Partnering with Aqua superPower is part of our wider environmental efforts and to enable us to service the growing number of electric boat users. We look forward to welcoming clean electric boating to Tahoe City Marina and the Lake."

"We are delighted to welcome Tahoe City Marina and Lyckans Slip Marina on the Aqua superPower marine fast charge network. Access to charging that provides a reliable, powerful 'plug & go' experience and offers features like charge point visibility, is essential for leisure and commercial boat owners if they are to develop the confidence to transition to zero emission electric boats." says Alex Bamberg, CEO of Aqua superPower. "The US and Scandinavia are key strategic markets for Aqua superPower. Tahoe City Marina and Lyckans Slip Marina are prime examples of the locations leading the way in adopting clean electric boating and the charging infrastructure we provide."

By working with all leading electric boat builders to encourage conformity of charging standards, Aqua superPower is developing a fully integrated charging ecosystem that is compatible with most leisure and commercial electric and hybrid boats. Electric boats and watercraft are here now, and they require the charging infrastructure and user experience Aqua superPower provide.

Aqua superPower enables marinas and waterside locations to benefit from the shift to electric boating without any upfront cost. Aqua hardware is specifically chosen to withstand the challenges of the marine environment. The Aqua superPower network is accessible to boat users via the Aqua secure app or RFID card, enabling users to view a map showing charger options, offering navigational aids, and managing charging sessions.

Aqua superPower is the first company to design and install a global marine fast charging network. The Aqua team has long-standing and successful experience in deploying electric vehicle charging infrastructure and is now transferring this knowledge to the marine sector. The company is rolling out its network of marine fast chargers with installations along the Cote d'Azur, the Italian Riviera, Venice, Spain, the UK, Canada, Sweden, and the US. A further 150 chargers are planned to be added to the network next year, with substantial deployment growth to come thereafter.