Electric drives could transform small craft inshore work

This electric Odyssey RIB provided towing services for various small craft at Ocean Business

Electric propulsion, particularly for small commercial craft working in harbour settings, is still a big growth area.

Jake Frith took a RIB with a 40kW motor for a spin at Ocean Business and amid the quietness of the electric propulsion, had a good chat with RAD Propulsion’s Dan Hook.

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