ExploMar partners to expand electric boats and ferries in the Maldives & Nigeria
ExploMar has announced new partnerships to support the electrification of water transportation in Nigeria and the Maldives.
In the Maldives, ExploMar has signed a distribution agreement with Fix In Marine, a marine services provider, to introduce its electric outboard systems to the local market. The Maldives relies on marine transport, including speedboats, ferries and luxury vessels, but the use of traditional fuel-powered boats has contributed to environmental challenges such as high energy costs, marine habitat degradation and rising sea levels.
“The Maldives is an ideal region for advancing sustainable water mobility, and every stretch of its waters deserves protection,” says Dong. “Our partnership with Fix In Marine allows ExploMar’s technology to reach a broader audience while contributing to the preservation of this unique marine ecosystem.”
Ahmed Ihusaan, CEO of Fix In Marine, comments: “This partnership represents a key milestone in our mission to revolutionise sea transportation in the Maldives. Our goal is to provide environmentally friendly, efficient, economical and reliable choices that benefit both people and the environment. By creating a complete ecosystem for the electrification of marine transport, we are committed to driving sustainable innovation while preserving the natural beauty of the Maldivian environment.”
Electric ferries in Nigeria
The company, which specialises in high-performance electric water mobility, will work with Caverton Marine, a provider of marine logistics services in Nigeria, to introduce its electric outboard systems to Omibus passenger ferries commissioned by the Lagos State government. The initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions and improve environmental sustainability in the region.
“This partnership underscores our dedication to sustainable marine transport in Nigeria, with the potential to inspire similar electrification initiatives across Africa,” says Alex Dong, CEO at ExploMar. “We take pride in delivering electric outboard systems designed to enhance passenger experiences while positively impacting the environment.”
Bode Makanjuola, CEO of Caverton Offshore Support Group, describes the collaboration as a step toward modernising Nigeria’s maritime sector. “Partnering with ExploMar represents a major step toward transforming Nigeria’s maritime sector,” says Makanjuola. “By integrating electric technology into our passenger ferry services, we are setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability and innovation.”
ExploMar operates a distribution network in more than ten countries, including Italy, Spain, Norway and Turkey. The firm says these partnerships reinforce its mission to drive the global adoption of electric marine mobility, paving the way for a cleaner and more sustainable future on the water.
