Victron Energy, a global leader in off-grid and marine energy solutions, has announced its sponsorship of the African Boating Conference, to be held 21–22 October 2025 in Cape Town. The announcement comes as the Dutch-founded company celebrates its 50th anniversary — a milestone for a brand that has become synonymous with energy independence on the water and beyond.
“By supporting the African Boating Conference, we continue empowering maritime professionals with solutions built on decades of reliability and future-ready innovation.” - Andre du Rand, Sales Manager Southern Africa
Founded in 1975 in the Netherlands, Victron Energy has grown into a worldwide powerhouse in power conversion and energy storage. Its extensive product range spans inverters, chargers, batteries, solar systems, and its award-winning remote monitoring platforms. Today, its systems power everything from yachts and RVs to eco-lodges, fishing fleets, and remote communities.
The company has a long-established footprint in Australia, with representatives and a robust distribution and service network that supports both recreational and commercial operators across the country. For local boaters and off-grid users, Victron’s iconic “Blue Power” technology has become a byword for reliability and performance.
The company’s connection to the marine sector is woven into its DNA. Its journey began when founder Reinout Vader, then a physics student, repaired an inverter that kept marine life alive during a long voyage. That spark of ingenuity launched a global brand trusted in the harshest environments, from Arctic expeditions to Africa’s remote coastlines.
Victron’s sponsorship of the African Boating Conference highlights its commitment to sustainable marine growth in emerging markets. “By supporting the African Boating Conference, we continue empowering maritime professionals with solutions built on decades of reliability and future-ready innovation,” said Andre du Rand, Sales Manager Southern Africa.
For Australia’s boating industry, Victron’s support for this global dialogue underscores its role as a company shaping not only local marine energy solutions, but also the future of sustainable boating worldwide.
For more information about the African Boating Conference, contact MaryAnne Edwards on +61 412 916 036, via Email at or visit their website HERE www.africanboatingconference.com
For more information about Victron, visit their website www.victronenergy.com
