The Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating, “The Gussies”, have entered the public voting phase for their sixth annual edition. An international judging panel selected 46 finalists from 122 nominated electric boats across nine categories, showcasing the rapid innovation and global momentum of zero-emission boating.
Members of the public are invited to cast their votes online through November 16 at midnight EST at: https://plugboats.com/gussies-voting-2025
This year’s finalists show the full spectrum of what electric propulsion can offer: ferry fleets reducing emissions in busy waterways, solar-powered cruising yachts, fun personal water toys, foilers pushing performance boundaries, and hydrogen vessels pointing toward our future. Boats from over 20 countries are represented.
“What’s truly exciting is seeing this incredible variety of electric boats from all over the world,” said Jeff Butler, Founder of The Gussies. “The ingenuity is remarkable, and the design quality matches the innovation. This industry is growing fast, and The Gussies capture that momentum better than anything else out there.”
Winners will be decided by a combination of public voting and weighted votes from the international judging panel and will be announced the week of November 18, 2025.
The Gussies remain the world’s only awards dedicated exclusively to electric boats, honouring the innovators, designers, engineers, and early adopters driving the transition to clean, quiet propulsion on the water. The categories for 2025 are:
- Electric Boats Up to 8 m (26 ft)
- Electric Boats Over 8 m (26 ft)
- Electric Sailboats
- Retrofitted / Customised Electric Boats
- Electric Workboats
- PWC / e-Boards / Water Toys
- Commercial Passenger Electric Boats
The awards are presented with the support of two marine industry leaders: EPTechnologies, a hybrid and electric propulsion manufacturer based in Denmark, and Nautical Ventures, an innovative North American marine retailer.
Category: Up To 8m / 26 ft
Dhamma Blue DHB-P01
Discover the first leisure boat powered by hydrogen, a pioneering model that combines cutting-edge design, advanced technology, and a true commitment to zero-emission navigation, where stunning performance and sustainable marine navigation comes together. Hydrogen systems integrated with electric propulsion operate with less noise and vibrations compared with equivalent fossil fuel engines and solves the autonomy limitation generally associated with electric propulsion. Dhamma Blue has been internationally recognised for its innovation and sustainable technology, leading the way in marine decarbonisation. We apply the highest safety standards along with the latest technology, making our H₂ powered boats safe and reliable.
Pegasus
The Foilone Pegasus is a fully electric, single-seater hydrofoiling boat built for performance and precision. With timeless, elegant design and a finish worthy of obsession, every line and surface is crafted for impact and built to last. The Pegasus uses a two-foil configuration. This is agile, responsive, and ideal for single-rider control. Advanced materials like carbon fibre and marine-grade aluminium create a structure that’s both light and strong. Powered by an all-electric drivetrain and hydrofoiling technology, Pegasus moves in near silence. No emissions. No wake. Just pure connection to the water and world around you.
Category: Over 8m / 26 ft
CROOZE EZ 28
Ready to revolutionise electric boating, the CROOZE EZ 28 is a top Gussies Awards contender. This fully customisable vessel boasts an evergreen, timeless, and elegant design. It is perfect for six distinct outdoor scenarios and offers unparalleled versatility. A sophisticated infotainment system and premium sound ensure luxurious leisure, while the intuitive phone app provides 24/7 connectivity and control. Features like range management, real-time battery status, and over-the-air software updates ensure optimal performance and prevent downtime. The EZ 28 is not just a boat; it’s a personalised, innovative electric experience for creating long-lasting memories on the water.
Frauscher X Porsche 850 Fantom
The Frauscher shipyard and Porsche have jointly developed an all-electric sports boat: the Frauscher x Porsche 850 Fantom. Equipped with Porsche technology, the boat offers outstanding driving performance and uses components from the new Porsche Macan electric. It features four driving modes, including “Docking” and “Sport Plus,” optimised for different driving situations. The design comes from Porsche’s Studio F. A. Porsche, reflected in the elegant helm station and high-quality materials. Additionally, the boat’s 800-volt technology allows for rapid charging, providing efficient power, and ensuring smooth, comfortable cruising on water.
Category: Electric Sailboats
Aquila 50 ES/DS
Aquila, the premier manufacturer of power catamarans, expands to sailing catamarans with the 50 Sail – a bold step forward in sustainable sailing that combines timeless wind propulsion with cutting-edge electric technology. Powered by dual Torqeedo Deep Blue 50i motors paired with an 80kW propulsion battery, this sailboat delivers whisper-quiet, zero-emission auxiliary power without compromise. With details like an innovative fixed bow for entertaining and relaxing, to panoramic windows that frame nature’s theater, to spacious salons and galleys, the 50 Sail proves that sailors can embrace environmental responsibility with thoughtful design that maximises space, functionality, cruising comfort, and quality.
MODX-70
The fruit of ten years’ expertise, the MODX 70 series represents our commitment to responsible, innovative yachting. With its innovative Aeroforce wind propulsion system (100% retractable and automated wing), eco-designed equipment and total autonomy, this 70-foot catamaran combines design, performance and sustainability. Every detail is designed to minimise impact on the ocean, while offering exceptional comfort and functionality. Its interior design is also fully customisable, reflecting a modern, high-end approach to yachting.
Category: Personal Watercraft and Water Toys
Darthcraft Splash
Compact, inflatable, and built to last, the Darthcraft all-electric watercraft turns lakes, bays, and coastlines into playgrounds for young adventurers. Powered by a whisper-quiet motor and crafted for stability, it’s the perfect entry into the world of water exploration — with no licence or experience required. The Splash is perfect blend of style and adventure, with a fibreglass hull, built-in audio system, and three bold colour options, designed for thrill-seekers of all ages. It even includes a front-mounted water gun to add a fun, interactive twist to every ride.
Quadrofoil
The Quadrofoil’s uniquely designed C-Foils create enough lift at just 12 km/h (7.5 mph) to raise the craft above the surface of the water and bring it to ‘flight mode ON’. The patented steering system enables simultaneous control of all four foils and motor, making Quadrofoil one of the most agile and responsive watercraft available today. Quadrofoil is thrilling, yet quiet and eco-friendly. Its silent motor and zero emissions enable it to ride on lakes, rivers, seas & eco-zones where most motor boats are not allowed.
Category: Retrofitted and Customised Electric Boats
1928 Herreshoff Launch
This launch was originally built in 1928 to at the end of Nathanial Herreshoff’s storied carreer to accompany ‘Enterprise’ for the 1930 America’s Cup. Originally designed for a steam engine, later fitted with a 12 hp gasoline motor, Nova Luxe Yachts was contracted for the electric refit. A 4kw WaterWorld inboard motor and a single 6.8kwh battery was installed, the 12v battery replaced with a step-down transformer. The Aesthetic of the boat was extremely important and the new age display was hidden behind mahogany and the throttle was modified to match original aesthetics.
Formula-4 Raceboat
In a world-first for powerboat racing, a fully electric Formula-4 (F4) race boat set a UIM-sanctioned speed world record for an electric F4 craft at the Mons Water Grand Prix. Retrofitted with Molabo’s 50 kW ARIES 48 V drive system, the boat was developed in partnership with Team Tech-ouT E-Racing, Kaiser Bootsmanufaktur, and Protenergies. The project proves that safe-to-touch, 48V electric propulsion can deliver race-ready performance and safety. The official run established a UIM world record speed of 91.5 km/h on the one-kilometer course, where times are calculated from the average of two passes (94 km/h outbound, 89 km/h return).
Category: Electric Workboats
Electra 2800 SX
Hailed as the ‘Tug of the Future’, the ground-breaking electric-powered ElectRA Series of harbour tugs is the first of a new generation of emissions-free tugboats from Sanmar Shipyards that will have a major impact on cutting emissions in any busy harbour they work in. ElectRA tugs, available in a range of sizes (19-28m) and power outputs (40-85 TBP), are the result of Sanmar’s ongoing collaboration with Robert Allan Ltd and Corvus Energy to build low and no-emission tugs utilising alternative fuels and innovative technological advances to protect the environment and build a sustainable tug and towing industry.
Fly-Box
Fly-Box is a flying platform, 20m long, that can transport 40-foot containers with a payload of 30 tons at speeds of up to 25 knots. Take-off speed is 12 knots. Fly-Box platforms can fly alone or in a platoon mode. In platoon mode, a pilot controls the first platform, while the others follow behind and are connected to each other by a digital tether. Our Proof of Concept, undergoing sea trials right now on Lake Geneva, features a battery-powered electric motor and foils, and has a load capacity of 700 kg.
Category: Commercial Passenger Vessels
Candela P-12
The Candela P-12 Shuttle serves the world’s 1st electric hydrofoil ferry route, in Stockholm, Sweden. Consuming 80% less energy than a non-foiling vessel, it has a range of 40 nautical miles with a 25 knot cruising speed and can recharge its battery in under an hour using a standard DC fast charger. Because it creates almost zero wake it does not have to slow down in no-wake zones and completes its commuter run in less than half the time. Combining low operating costs with a minimal environmental impact—it is better for the planet, passengers, and operator profitability.
Pangolin Voyager
The Pangolin Voyager is the first solar-powered all-aluminium houseboat in Africa, a 35-metre floating hotel that houses 20 people and runs entirely on sunshine, powered by 80 solar panels and 240 kWh of onboard batteries. Designed by Guts from Pangolin Photo Safaris, it was constructed in Windhoek, Namibia by ESB and assembled on the banks of The Zambezi before being brought to the Chobe. The Voyager’s propulsion system uses axial flux motors from RAD Propulsion, leveraging its high-torque slow-spinning propellers, and smart data analytics to deliver an ultra-efficient, perfectly spec’ed, whisper quiet cruising experience.
