Elk Rapids Marina Named Midwest Partner for X Shore’s Electric Boat

Elk Rapids Marina announced that it has been named the official Midwest distribution partner for electric boat manufacturer X Shore’s 26-foot center console electric boat. In addition, the marina will work with AQUA superPower to build a supercharging corridor in Northwest Michigan.

Elk Rapids Marina helped AQUA superPower select locations for a charging corridor in Northwest Michigan to support the anticipated growth in electric boats. The initial charging stations will be installed at Elk Rapids Marina and Northport Harbor, with other locations such as Charlevoix, Traverse City, Torch Lake and Petoskey planned for summer and fall 2022.

AQUA superPower is the first fully marinized dockside network of fast chargers for electric boats. Each station provides AC and DC charging with a current maximum power output of 150 kW, allowing DC compatible powerboats to rapidly recharge and extend their autonomy.

Built to IP65 standards and constructed using Hydro CIRCAL recycled aluminum, superPower is a revolutionary and environmentally conscious marine charging solution.

Elk Rapids Marina will sell and service the Eelex 8000, a 26-foot center console boat from X Shore, a Swedish company that launched its first zero-emission prototype boat in 2016.