Zparq’s electric outboard motor, Zparq Z10, was nominated for a Design S Swedish Design Award for the uniquely designed emission-free motor that is lightweight and easy to use. The Swedish startup company is developing electric motors and powertrains for recreational boats and commercial vessels. Currently in the pilot phase with several original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and boat builders, the company is testing 10 and 50kW motors. Designed for small recreational boats to emit no exhaust gases or CO2 emissions, the lightweight design reduces raw materials and footprint compared to equivalent marine electric and internal combustion engines. The limited moving parts mean less maintenance and a longer lifespan. Additionally, Zparqs are designed to be reused in new marine motors and recycled. The company plans to introduce the Zparq Z10 to the market at the end of 2024. The company is collaborating with the Swedish Sea Rescue Society (SSRS) to build an all-electric rescue boat. Zparq originates from a collaboration between the founders and the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, where the technology has been developed and tested on underwater robots and foiling vessels, since 2017. Zparq AB was founded in 2020 and joined InnoEnergy’s portfolio. zparq.se Read Triton’s new Tech issue here!