MODX 70 Catamaran Unveils Fully Electric, Solar & Sail-Powered Propulsion, Setting New Standard for Sustainable Marine Transport
Key Insights
The MODX 70 catamaran introduces a fully electric propulsion system, eliminating reliance on fossil fuels for luxury marine transport.
It integrates 70 square meters of solar panels (15 kWp), a 250 kWh LFP battery bank, and regenerative hydrogeneration for energy independence.
The vessel offers a 110-nautical-mile range on batteries alone and unlimited autonomy when utilizing its sail power and regenerative capabilities.
This innovative design sets a new standard for sustainable yachting, appealing to a growing market for environmentally responsible high-performance vessels.
MODX has unveiled its groundbreaking MODX 70 catamaran, a fully electric vessel poised to redefine sustainable luxury marine transport by completely eliminating fossil fuel reliance. This innovative 70-meter yacht integrates advanced solar power generation, substantial battery energy storage, and regenerative hydrogeneration, setting a new standard for environmental performance in the high-end marine sector.
Unlike many so-called “eco-hybrid” vessels that still incorporate diesel engines, the MODX 70 operates exclusively on electric propulsion. This distinction is critical in an industry increasingly scrutinized for its environmental footprint. The catamaran is equipped with 70 square meters of next-generation NME3 solar panels, capable of generating up to 15 kWp, which contributes approximately 35% of the vessel’s total energy requirements. Complementing this, a robust 250 kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery bank provides enhanced safety and longevity, ensuring reliable power supply.
Performance specifications highlight the MODX 70’s capabilities. On battery power alone, the vessel boasts a cruising range of 110 nautical miles at a speed of 5 knots. When leveraging its sail power, the autonomy becomes effectively unlimited, with typical sailing speeds ranging from 10 knots in 10 knots of wind to 18 knots in 20 knots of wind. A key innovation is the variable-pitch propeller system, which enables hydrogeneration, regenerating between 3 and 15 kWp depending on sailing speed, and contributing up to 35% of the vessel’s energy mix. The catamaran is powered by four electric motors, two per hull, delivering a combined total output of 40 kW.
According to a MODX representative, the vessel is technically sailable by a single captain, though a crew of three (captain, cook, and steward) is recommended for charter operations and guest comfort. The MODX 70 offers luxurious accommodations for up to eight guests across four double cabins, with two convertible into single beds, alongside two crew cabins for three personnel. While the exact cost remains undisclosed, the MODX 70’s comprehensive design and fossil-fuel-free operation position it as a significant contender in the evolving market for sustainable marine solutions, appealing to discerning clients and charter companies committed to environmental stewardship.