Released: e-Limousine 100% Electric Tender

Pascoe International e-Limousine Press Release

Swanwick, Hampshire, UK - 4th January 2022. Pascoe International announces the sale of the world’s first 100% electric superyacht limousine tender. Pascoe International can confirm that the first fully electric limousine tender is now under construction and will be delivered in 2023 to a large new build mothership from a major Northern European shipyard. Following a six-year research and development period, Pascoe International is now offering full electric propulsion for their limousines and open guest tenders.

Pascoe International’s technical team have been studying the viability of electric-tender propulsion in collaboration with expert advisors and research partners for many years. During this process they have carried out extensive R&D on hull design, motor integration, battery performance and whole-system optimisation. Partners include automotive electrification specialists, propeller designers, battery manufacturers and leading university research teams.

Tom Southern, Vice President at Pascoe International commented: “The realisation of a zero-emission at point of use Limousine Tender with a top speed of 40 knots and a maximum range of 60 miles will be a defining moment for the superyacht industry. The e-Limousine truly signifies the beginning of a new wave of luxury water-borne travel and a move away from internal combustion propulsion systems in the superyacht sector.”

With an ever-increasing focus on sustainability, this project will mark the start of a new era for yachting. At a time when stricter emissions regulations are being introduced across the globe, the zero-emission Pascoe Tenders will be a showcase of advanced marine technology from launch and for many years to come.

For a yacht owner and their guests, the appeal of an electric limousine tender is not just environment-related. Whilst considerable fossil fuel savings are achieved by charging the tender from the ship’s own power generation systems compared to running the tender directly on diesel, there are other key advantages. These include a near total removal of torsional vibration transmitted into the hull structure, considerable reduction in noise (both inside the cabin and outside the tender), a significant increase in acceleration due to the torque profile of the electric motors and of course the knowledge that they are leading the global shift to zero-emission at point of use technologies.

The Pascoe e-Limousine based on the company’s award-winning SL platform uses the latest oil-cooled electric motors, but these are just one part of the equation. Ensuring the most efficient transfer of power from the motor to the water is one of the critical areas that will set the e-Limousine apart from any other craft currently in use or indeed under development elsewhere. The sophisticated electrification system incorporates the latest advancements in propulsion technology. Pascoe International have partnered with experts in marine propulsion to develop a new drive system that provides optimum propulsion efficiency whilst removing the noise and vibration associated with a conventional stern-drive. The e-Limousine drive will offer precise joystick docking and unprecedented improvements in comfort levels for guests travelling on-board.

With over 250 projects delivered since the company was founded in 2004, Pascoe International has unrivalled experience in the design, integration and understanding of the operational profiles of modern superyacht tenders. Using data collected from the 27 Pascoe Limousines in active service to define the typical use profile of large guest tenders, it is evident that fully electric guest tenders are now a viable and far superior alternative to combustion fuelled craft. In 2023, the first e-Limousine will be delivered to a large yacht currently under construction at a prestigious shipyard.

Tender Debut - Monaco Yacht Show

This year’s Monaco Yacht Show will be a unique opportunity to view Pascoe International’s wide range of Superyacht tenders.  Included in the three craft on display are a pair of unique flagship Limousines, based on Pascoe’s highly developed hull and engineering platform. One of the Limousines has been custom designed to serve as the main tender for the 106m Oceanco sailing superyacht ‘Black Pearl’.

With individual seating for 12 guests, panoramic windows, full length roof glazing, a sophisticated suit of the latest AV equipment, fully appointed day head, automated doors and hydraulic boarding platform, this pocket superyacht raises the bar to new heights.

Pascoe were also commissioned by the Owner of ‘Black Pearl’ to develop the extremely popular Beachlander series to produce a 10m version for cruising away from the mothership. The result is a very special craft which will also be at the show alongside Black Pearl’s Limousine.

A further equally innovative but totally different 10.20m Limousine will also make its World debut in front of Pascoe’s triple stand at the Monaco Yacht Show.

We look forward to welcoming you to experience these models first hand.

Tender of the Month: M/Y Jubilee Limousine

The sleek Jubilee Limousine tender has been awarded Superyacht Times Tender of the Month for September! See the full write up below or click here for the original online article.

Crafted by Pascoe International under the guidance of the owner’s build team and Burgess, this 10.6-metre limousine tender is an elegant and purposeful vessel. Designed to perfectly complement the mothership, the 110-metre Oceanco-built Jubilee, delivered earlier this year and featuring exteriors by Lobanov Design, and an interior by Sorgiovanni Designs.

The Pascoe International limousine range provides high-end, fast and comfortable tenders which excel in all weather conditions. Borrowing both form and function from the classic Venetian water taxis, Pascoe International limousines take the concept to a whole new level. All Pascoe Limousines are optimised to make the best use of the space available in even the most restrictive of tender garages, and are available in any variation between eight and 12 metres.

Built specifically to match the 110-metre motoryacht, Jubilee in quality and appearance, the Pascoe limousine features two quite distinct and separate external areas accessible directly from the dock and from the elegant doors either side of the handsome cabin.

With her carefully considered design, the tender’s guest cabin is positioned centrally to give guests the smoothest, quietest journey possible, with her innovative use of space still allowing for a forward open air seating area. Her exterior finishes are identical to those found on the mothership, ensuring that the limousine is a true reflection of Jubilee when her guests are first welcomed at the dockside.

The vessel is able to transport up to 12 guests in style and comfort, with the finest Italian leather used in her interiors. With fastidious attention to detail a hallmark of Pascoe International tenders, Jubilee’s leather is complemented by beautiful Flame Makore panelling, finished to perfection in a deep gloss lacquer.

Featuring all the amenities you would expect for a high-class tender, Jubilee also comes with an external wet bar with concealed refrigerator, champagne cooler, coffee machine and bespoke glassware storage.

Roy Dance, the Captain of Jubilee describes his experience with this Pascoe tender: “This was my second tender build at Pascoe and I’m happy to report that although Pascoe International have significantly expanded their operation and product range since my first experience, design excellence, innovation, phenomenal attention to detail, and an uncompromising determination to improve the product on each and every build mean that Pascoe continue to occupy a position at the very pinnacle of the luxury yacht tender niche. I look forward to my next build experience at Pascoe. It is such a pleasure to work with people so passionate about their craft and the customer experience.”

Superyacht Tender Delivery: 8.00m SL Limousine to M/Y Madame Kate

Pascoe International is delighted to announce the delivery of the first 8.0m SL Limousine to the M/Y Madame Kate.

This very special Limousine is painted in a custom pearlescent white to match the motherships exterior and also features portholes to match those found on the Tim Heywood designed exterior of the mothership. Design input was also taken for the interior from Laura Sessa Design to compliment the look and feel of Madame Kate’s guest areas. The 8.0m Limousine is a true representation of its mothership and is a testament to the relationship between Pascoe International, the owner’s team and the yachts designers.

Madame Kate, the 60m Amels LE180, also carries a 7.0m DT Pascoe tender, primarily used as for water sports, swimming and crew operations.

The 8.0m SL Limousine is the latest addition to the Pascoe range and was designed as a compact alternative to the larger 9.6m SL Limousine that recently won the 2015 Showboats Design Award for best tender. The sale of the second SL 8.0m has just been confirmed and Pascoe have another three SL Limousines in build ranging from 9.6m to 10.6m.