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The energy transition takes hold in the boating and river sectors
The energy transition is gradually taking hold in all areas linked to mobility. Boating and inland waterway transport are no exception: ports, local authorities, transport companies, barge hire companies and operators are all concerned by the challenge of decarbonisation. At Weenav, we are supporting this development with customised electric propulsion solutions that are efficient, silent and environmentally friendly.
Why electrify your business fleet?
Whether it's a coastal tourist boat, a river barge carrying freight, a passenger boat for urban cruises or a utility port vessel, electric motorisation offers tangible benefits for both public and private operators.
1. Reducing emissions and complying with regulations
Traditional thermal boats emit CO₂, fine particles and hydrocarbons. Electric propulsion, on the other hand, eliminates these emissions when in use. It also anticipates changes in regulations, which are tending towards a gradual ban on combustion engines in certain protected or urban areas.
As a player committed to sustainable nautical innovation, Weenav is developing solutions that are compatible with European standards and the carbon neutrality targets set for the coming years.
2. Less noise, more comfort
Silence on board is an essential criterion in many inland waterway and boating professions:
- For tourist cruises, it enhances the passenger experience.
- For catering boats, it guarantees superior comfort without odours.
- For freight barges or technical vessels, it reduces noise pollution in densely populated areas.
The electric motor makes for smooth, noise-free sailing, which is good for both users and aquatic fauna.
3. Reduced operating costs
Contrary to popular belief, electric cars are profitable in the long term. It offers :
- Reduced maintenance (no oil changes or frequent wear parts),
- Longer-lasting equipment,
- Controlled energy consumption, especially during slow or regular navigation, which is typical of inland waterway transport.
Savings that count for all types of player, whether it's a craftsman who owns a barge, a manager of a fleet of passenger boats, or a local authority operating a river shuttle.
4. Enhanced brand image
Choosing electric propulsion also means asserting strong values: innovation, sustainability and responsibility. In a sector where image and reputation are essential, this can make all the difference:
- With customers and tourists who are increasingly sensitive to environmental issues,
- In public tenders, where ecological criteria are increasingly present,
- Institutional and financial partners.
Weenav, tailor-made support for every professional
Based in Hauts-de-France, Weenav designs, adapts and integrates electric navigation solutions for all types of professional boats:
- River barges (goods transport, event barges or houseboats),
- Passenger boats (cruises, tourist or public service shuttles),
- Rental boats (nautical bases, boats),
- Shipyards looking to offer an electric alternative,
- Ports and local authorities equipping themselves with technical or surveillance vessels.
Our approach is global:
- Feasibility study and technical sizing,
- Choice of engine and batteries to suit size and use,
- Installation, integration, testing and crew training,
- Post-installation monitoring and technical support.
Do you have a boat or barge electrification project? Let's talk about it.
Weenav is committed to working alongside professionals to build cleaner waterborne mobility.
