Sunbeam Electric Narrowboat Show and Tell
Sunbeam: Bob & Karen’s Bespoke 61ft Electric Narrowboat Sets Sail for Retirement Adventures Introduction: Meet Bob and Karen, the proud new owners of “Sunbeam,” a
HDPE Narrowboat
HDPE Experiment Mothership Marine does 2 things – 1) Builds beautiful solar Electric Narrowboats using reclaimed timber which gives a upmarket country cottage aesthetic. 2)
Narrowboat Electric Motor Powers Against the Current
Small window of opportunity for Miss Amelia The backstory – Steve, the banjo player, set off on his lovely boat Miss Amelia to his home
Sustainable Boating Award 2024
It’s great to be recognised by the IWA and Towpath Talk Drum roll. We’ve won a big award. Now you would expect me say that
There’s nothing new about electric boats
Electric boats are almost maintenance free, they’re reliable and easy to operate. In fact The Immisch Electric Launch Co. had a fleet of 60 of them on The Thames in 1898.
The development of the combustion engine at the turn of the century and the effects of the First World War proved the death knell for electric propulsion – and steam.
However, the tide is turning back in favour of electric boats with improvements in battery technology and a need to reduce emissions. In truth, electric motors really suit narrowboats and river boats.
All you'll hear is nature
We want you to feel the joy of motoring along in near silence and fully present to the natural world; birdsong, buzzing insects and the ripple of the water in the knowledge that you are not costing you or the earth anything.
People respond to nature and natural products. Go below into the cabin. Here the majority of timber used is reclaimed, often hundreds of years old.
That said, there is nothing old fashioned about our design. It’s fresh and every thought is given to the feeling of space, we make contemporary narrowboats.
Next Narrowboat slot available August 2025
Thinking of the future, enjoying the present
“For many people a day’s boating would start in a cloud of exhaust smoke as a poorly maintained and cold diesel engine coughs into life.
There’s a cost to the environment. Simply put, it’s not fair to the wildlife that depend on clean rivers and canals. Electrical power is a good alternative however, this power is not limitless which is why we aim to build efficient electrical systems that best use the power available.”
At Mothership Marine, we are committed to providing our customers with the most advanced and innovative canal boat and electrical systems. Our solar-powered boats are equipped with cutting-edge technology that reduces causes not only environmental impact but also provides reliable and efficient performance.
Our team of expert boat builders combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to create bespoke boats that meet the unique needs of our customers. We are proud to be a Solar Boat Builders Company and specialise in designing and building solar-powered boats that offer a comfortable and luxurious experience on the water. Mothership Marine is dedicated to sustainability and our environment.
Our solar-powered boats are the future of waterways, and we are privlaged to be at the forefront of this movement. Whether you’re looking for a custom-built solar-powered boat or need assistance with your canal boat’s electrical systems, we are here to help you. Contact us today to understand more about our products and services.
