Notably, one of the first boats sold will transport students to school in the Swedish archipelago.

Specifically, the X Shore Pro is built on the same 8-metre platform as the Eelex 8000.

It also uses the same drivetrain and 170kW electric motor.

X Shore’s first commercial electric boat will bring students to school

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It has yet to disclose the top speed or the price.

It also comes with additional, professional-oriented functionalities, such as autopilot and radar.

X Shore Pro electric boat

The startups decision to enter the pro segment stems from two main reasons, starting with market demand.

The second reason why is tied to the companys aim to drivezero-emissionboating forward.

Amsterdam, for example, is banning diesel-powered boats on the citys canals in 2025.

X Shore Pro electric boat

Starting in 2026, zero-emission shipping also becomes obligatory in Norways World Heritage-recognised fjords.

Its based in Stockholm and sells its electric boats in Europe and North America.

Story byIoanna Lykiardopoulou

Ioanna is a writer at TNW.

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With a background in the humanities, she has a soft spot for social impact-enabling technologies.

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