Designed and built in the Netherlands
Electric boat propulsion.
One system. One supplier.
Motor, batteries, display, throttle and app: we design and build every part in-house. 5-year warranty and one point of contact.
BOATBUILDERS WHO BUILD ON WATERWORLD
AluShip
AluShip
For companies
Built to work all day.
Reliable electric propulsion for boats that sail every day. Low running costs, zero emissions and one partner for the complete system.
Workboats · Tour boats · Ferries · Rental fleets
For private owners
Quiet hours on the water.
No noise, no fumes, just the sound of the water. Electric or hybrid, for a new build or a conversion of your current boat.
Sloops and tenders · Motor yachts · Sailing yachts · Hybrid conversions
Reliable & Quiet Electric Sailing
Our range for your silent adventure.
Pod
Steerable or fixed electric drive below the waterline
Inboard
Electric shaft drive for new builds and retrofits
Saildrive
Electric conversion for your existing saildrive
Hybrid
Electric drive alongside your diesel
Batteries
Marine batteries for propulsion and onboard power. Certified to IEC 62619 and IEC 62620, RINA pending.
Accessories
Throttles, displays and connectivity
Connect app
Connect your WaterWorld electric system via Bluetooth and install firmware updates wirelessly.
What sets us apart
5-Year System Warranty
We cover the complete system. So you never have to ask which supplier is responsible.
Designed and built in house
We engineer, build and test every component in the Netherlands. Down to the circuit board.
Certified for professional use
ES-TRIN/CESNI certified, RINA pending. Ready for leisure and commercial vessels.
One integrated system
Motor, battery and display are developed as one. No separate parts that don't understand each other.
Commercial & Recreational
There's a WaterWorld system for that.
Designed down to the circuit board
Not just assembled. Engineered as one
Most electric drives are a motor from one company, batteries from another and software from a third. We build all of it ourselves, so every part talks to every other part.
Motor, controller, batteries, display, throttle and the WaterWorld Connect app are designed, built and tested in-house in the Netherlands. The electronics and software are ours, built on more than 40 years of experience. We know every component, so we can take responsibility for the whole electric propulsion system.
Explore the system
What owners say
Trusted on the water
Gergö
34 ft ketch
You get the silence of sailing while motoring, making trips on engine power more enjoyable than ever before.
Robert
All came very well explained, boxes with labels, mounting plug and play and once running it was a pleasure!
Hannah
Vindö 40
After sailing 3500 miles from Kiel, Germany to Lofoten, Norway and back with a Vindö 40 with a 10 kW inboard engine, I can only say: it works perfectly!
Marc
Tartan 33
The direct drive is extremely quiet and with the right propeller the air cooled motor simply does not overheat.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to what boat owners and installers ask us most about WaterWorld's electric systems.
What does a WaterWorld system include?
A complete package to electrify your boat: the electric motor and controller, a colour display, a throttle, the keyswitch and the cables. Lithium batteries are chosen per boat. Every part is designed and built in-house in the Netherlands, so everything works together.
Which electric drive suits my boat?
That depends on your boat and how you use it. The Pod (2.0p to 18.0p) sits below the waterline and can be steerable or fixed. The Inboard (4.0i, 10.0i and 20.0i) drives your propeller shaft directly. The Saildrive 10.0s replaces the diesel on your existing saildrive, and the Hybrid (4.0h, 10.0h and 20.0h) works alongside your diesel. Not sure? Answer a few questions and a specialist will advise you.
Can I convert my current boat to electric?
Yes. Our inboard motors suit new builds and retrofits, and our hybrid systems work alongside your existing diesel. For sailing yachts, the saildrive installation kit fits most Yanmar, Volvo Penta and Technodrive saildrives and the switch takes about one day.
How much maintenance does an electric drive need?
Much less than a diesel. There are no oil changes or fuel filters. Our inboard motors are air cooled, so there is no cooling water to maintain, and our pods have a sealed, corrosion resistant housing that is made for saltwater.
How long do WaterWorld batteries last?
Our LiFePO4 batteries are built to last over 4000 cycles at 80% depth of discharge. A battery management system monitors every cell and protects against high current, short circuits, deep discharge, overcharging and extreme temperatures.
Where can I buy a WaterWorld system?
Through our dealers and boat builders worldwide. Use the dealer locator to find one near you, or contact us and we will put you in touch.
Why does WaterWorld build its own batteries?
Because motor and battery need to work as one. We develop both, so the display shows your real remaining range, the system never overloads the battery and charging is managed for a long battery life. One system, covered by one 5-year warranty.