And it can reach an estimated 14 knots.
The first thing you will notice is that it has a pool on the lower deck that allows swimmers to take in the views of the sea. But look a little closer and you will see that the entire upper deck is covered in solar panels.
Indeed, VisionE is equipped with a retractable solar roof. This feature when opened reveals a 1,600-square-foot sun deck that comes with a luxurious opulent lounge. These solar panels can harness up to 62 kW of energy from the sun and store the energy in a large battery pack onboard the vessel. This battery can then power the yacht.
But the ship is not exclusively powered by solar. It also boasts a hybrid diesel-electric system. This means VisionE can reach an estimated 14 knots. There is also the option that the vessel may one day run purely on clean energy including hydrogen. Cruising on shallow grounds such as the Bahamas? No problem! The vessel has a draft of only 8.5 feet .VisionE further has seven guest rooms with balconies that fold down giving their residents direct access to the ocean. “There is nothing more wonderful than waking up and having uninhibited access to the water.
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