We are naval architects and systems integrators developing zero emission fast ferries for the harbour cities of the world.

EV Maritime was born from a passion to transform the world’s harbour cities for the better.

We were founded by three prominent New Zealand marine industry leaders, with deep experience spanning commercial, military, superyacht, America’s Cup and Grand Prix yacht racing spheres. This track record in successful innovation and delivery is now being applied to the foremost challenge of our time: climate change.

The world must decarbonise urgently and EV Maritime is devoting its efforts to accelerate this transition.

The EV Maritime offering

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System analysis

EV Maritime has the tools and expertise to help you understand the opportunities and challenges which lie ahead in decarbonising your ferry service. From route and service analysis to fleet simulation and energy demand modelling to financial forecasting and life cycle analysis, we can help you answer the important questions from an early stage.

Analysis

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Digital design & engineering

EV Maritime exists to help boat builders around the world become electric boat builders. Our highly-evolved digital design and engineering offering gives you access to a production-ready design package, covering geometry, structures, mechanical systems, electrical systems, fitout and finishing.

Our vessels

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Procurement assistance and shipyard support

EV Maritime can help you to procure globally proven platform vessels from your local manufacturing industry through provision of tender build packages, capability assessment and bid review services.
After contract award, EV Maritime can support both shipyard and customer towards a smooth and successful delivery.

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Systems integration

As a specialist in high performance electric vessels, EV Maritime knows first-hand the importance of bringing electrical systems integration into the naval architecture process.

As both designer and integrator, EV Maritime not only delivers better engineered solutions, we underwrite project confidence by providing a fully integrated system equipment package and taking contractual responsibility for all aspects of vessel performance.

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Connected fleet intelligence

EV Maritime’s vessels bring inshore commercial vessels into the 21st century with extensive data systems, PLC control, and ship/shore connectivity supported by a comprehensive analysis and reporting service.

+ Vessel performance and system status

+ Energy reporting and forecasting

+ Operational analysis and feedback

+ Predictive maintenance management

+ Equipment tracing and procurement support

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Training and maintenance support

Electric fleets represent not only a technology stepchange, but also a human transition. EV Maritime can support operators with staff training programmes spanning planning, operations, crewing and maintenance.

We also offer remote and hands-on maintenance support services to ensure specialist technical expertise is available when you need it, where you need it.

The EV Maritime team

Michael Eaglen

CEO

Michael’s leadership draws on over 25-years of marine industry experience and a personal passion for sustainability. He is an experienced engineer and naval architect, working extensively in composite structural engineering. Michael was previously chief executive of shipbuilder, McMullen & Wing until standing down to establish EV Maritime in partnership with the owners of McMullen & Wing.

Ben Butcher

Senior Designer

Ben is responsible for ensuring consistency and coordination across the EV Maritime design team and current build projects. With over a decade of experience in the marine industry, a boat building apprenticeship, and a Bachelor of Design, Ben also heads up design for composite structures, styling, and interior fitout.

Simon MacKenzie

Electrotechnical Lead

Simon is responsible for leading electrical design and integration, supplier and system coordination as well as maintenance planning. He brings in-depth knowledge of operating, vessel management and maintenance best practice from his previous senior electrical maintenance role at commuter ferry operator Fullers 360.

Martin Carter

Engineering Systems Lead

Martin brings both design and practical experience to his role leading engineering systems development at EV Maritime. His current focus includes all of the mechanical and propulsion systems ensuring longevity, efficiency and maintainability.

Ben Warren

Mechanical Engineer & Operations Analyst

Ben has written the book on operational analysis at EV Maritime. With over five years of experience in the marine industry, Ben has overseen development of the software tools that EV Maritime uses for vessel weight tracking, battery analysis, effective scheduling, and enhancing operator confidence.

Hamish Mellow

Mechanical Engineer and R&D Analyst

Hamish joins EV Maritime after completing his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Auckland. He has been integral to our analysis case studies including weight allocation, photovoltaic applications, end of life and recycling research.

Tomer Simhony

Software and Design Engineer

Tomer is developing the data management software that will inform the on board and on shore systems at EV Maritime. He has a master's degree in computational fluid dynamics from the University of Auckland and his previous experience working for Emirates Team New Zealand and Sail GP means he has hit the ground running.

James Thomas

Media and Government Relations, Australia

James is an award-winning journalist, with 30 years of experience in broadcast media, federal government, and environmental policy development. James brings to EV Maritime his experience and leadership in Australian environmental policy and deep respect across the media and political spectrum.