Talk - Electric propulsion for leisure craft
Electric propulsion for leisure craft a presentation and discussion of the related issues
Speaker Mike Spencer (MD, Redtheta Technologies Ltd)
Synopsis:
This presentation identifies and explores the issues to be faced by the leisure boating community when considering alternative propulsion methods to reduce the air and water pollution from internal combustion engines and reliance on fossil fuels. The presentation incorporates elements from the Companys recent application for funding under the Smart Shipping/Clean Maritime initiative.
The following subjects will be explored in detail and practical solutions offered with slides including photographs of a working prototype.
Further, in-depth material can be made available to interested parties after the presentation.
Subjects covered:
Environmental second-life EV batteries/renewable energy
Regulatory standards/compliance/surveyors/insurance/SOLAS
Safety real-time monitoring/battery temperature control/gas sensing
Performance sail/motor/speed/endurance/range
Reliability design/prediction/management of potential failures
Operations cost of use/ease of installation/maintenance
Future Trends solid-state batteries/emergent & alternatives technologies
For more information about the talk, see the attached document below!
6pm: Arrival & Drinks in the bar
7pm: Supper served in the Dining Room (optional)
8pm: Talk started in the Members Room
9pm: Back to the Bar for a final drink (or two!)
Talk Tickets:
- FREE for Members
- £5 for Non-Member Guests
Supper:
- Fish and Chips Served with mushy peas and tartare sauce
- Battered Sausage and Chips Served with mushy peas and tartare sauce
- Battered Halloumi and Chips Served with mushy peas and tartare sauce (V)
- Mixed Wild Mushrooms and Chips Served with mushy peas (Vg)
£15.95 per person
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Last updated 10:13am on 8 December 2025
