The world of yacht power systems is evolving rapidly, driven by technological innovation, growing environmental consciousness together with a demand for smarter, quieter and greener solutions. As we enter 2025, yacht owners are looking at more sustainable power options to enhance their cruising experiences, whether navigating calm coastal waters or tackling more demanding long-distance journeys.

In the marine power world there are many misconceptions that circulate, one frequent belief is that air-cooling in generators is noisier than watercooling - leading many to overlook their benefits. However, Paguro’s air-cooled YANMAR powered generators defy this myth with advanced sound-reducing technology, delivering quiet, efficient operation that rivals, and often surpasses, water-cooled alternatives.

With extensive sailing experience, Hallberg-Rassy owner Richard Sharp will embark on the World ARC rally from St. Lucia this January. She will be more than prepared, not only with extensive provisioning and forward planning, but with a number of powerful pieces of equipment onboard, notably the Remoran hydrogenerator; a reliable partner in sustainable power.

When sailing away from shore, quickly and efficiently charging batteries is crucial to save fuel and reduce charging time. When planning for offshore sailing and long trips, improving your charging system can significantly cut the time needed to recharge batteries, making the process much easier.

Understanding the power consumption that your boat is likely to use daily can help you prepare for a long passage. By having a clear idea of your boat's energy needs, you can ensure that you have an adequate size battery bank on-board as well as sufficient power generation sources.

A good battery monitor is one of the most important devices you can invest in on-board your boat. Battery monitors are crucial to understanding the true state of charge of your batteries on a real-time basis and can provide you with real world benefits.