Freedom Boat Club Launches First Fast Charger

Freedom Boat Club on Lake George announced the inauguration of New York State’s first Aqua superPower electric boat charger. The Queen Boat Co.,  home to Freedom Boat Club Lake George, hosted the Queen Boat Co E-Marine Event, which marked the formal switch-on of a new Aqua 75 DC marine fast charger. The event brought together key players in the electric boating sector, showcasing the growing trend of electric propulsion to reduce carbon emissions and protect coastlines and inland waters.  

New York State boasts over 400,000 registered vessels under 25 feet in length, providing a tremendous opportunity to eliminate emissions by adopting clean electric boating. To meet the demand for reliable and accessible fast charging, Freedom Boat Club Lake George has taken the lead by installing the new Aqua superPower marine fast charge station, becoming the first of its kind in the state. 

Queen Boat Co, home to Freedom Boat Club Lake George, has been at the forefront of promoting electric boating by offering multiple electric outboard lines and incorporating electric boats into their boat club membership fleet. The marina has also transitioned to solar power, demonstrating its commitment to eco-friendly boating.  

The Queen Boat Co E-Marine Event exemplified the commitment of industry stakeholders to electric boating. Matt O’Hara, owner of Queen Boat Co, hosted the grand opening of the first marine fast charging station east of Michigan alongside Aqua superPower, Hacker-Craft, and Ingenity. The event featured a range of electric boats for attendees to test ride, receiving overwhelming positive feedback that affirmed the appeal of electric propulsion in the boating community.  

Hacker-Craft is famous for its high quality and classic hand-built boats and has been based on Lake George for decades. Hacker-Craft has partnered with Ingenity Electric to introduce a new line of electric classics. The Aquavant by Hacker-Craft Electric series showcases the marriage of timeless aesthetics with the latest clean technology. Ingenity Electric also presented their award-winning Super Air Nautique GS22E, a fully electric, multi-sport towboat that delivers an unparalleled on-water experience with zero emissions. Additionally, the Ingenity 23E electric day boat is designed for luxury, comfort, and stability and can cruise up to 14 hours at low speed with its 126 kWh range package.  

Aqua superPower is the first company to design and develop a dedicated global marine fast charging network with technology, functionality, and features tailored specifically for this sector. The network is designed to create a seamless user experience that is accessible to boat users via the Aqua app or RFID card, enabling users to view a map showing charger locations, offering navigational aids, and managing charging sessions.   

Morgan Marine, owner of Hacker-Craft, just north of Sabbath Day Point on Lake George will get an Aqua superPower electric charging station later this summer.