Netherlands

Intec Marine

Guido de Groot is developing together with Doug Sharp Design and Intec Marine a new type of semi-displacement hybrid motor yacht. To be built in aluminium, the 150 foot yacht features several novelties including the use of a small gas turbine generator for bringing the yacht on her top speed of 25 knots. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142423/image/large-4456c96dc065ab7ec24e24c1fd915e48.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142423">Two technical areas on board instead of one conventional engine room allows to create a layout with a large tender garage and a beach club area and more interior space for guests and crew on the lower deck. Propulsion is given by Voith Linear Jet drives in combination with 2 electro engines. The yacht is making use of 8 kW solar panels, 4 vertical axis wind turbines and 2 speed generators.Guido de Groot Design +31(0)71 566 3040 <a href="mailto:info@guidodegroot.com?subject=Guido%20de%20Groot%20Design%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@guidodegroot.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.guidodegroot.com/">www.guidodegroot.com</a>

Guido de Groot unveils turbine boosted superyacht

The Dutch Intec Marine Shipyard is building new premises for yachtbuilding that will meet the very latest demands in terms of the environment and energy consumption. The aim of achieving a low-energy construction process will be met via the use of wind energy (wind turbines on the roof) and solar energy (solar collectors). Additionally, the building will be heated by geothermal power and include a system that generates energy from biomass. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/140832/image/large-322db8069fc322034c76ab5f20e5156f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140832">Rooted in the quest for optimal sustainability, Intec Marine Shipyard’s goal is to be a leader in the use of the most advanced systems available. Unique features include the propulsion system and the way energy is generated. One of the major technical elements of a yacht is its propulsion; a system that generally requires a great deal of maintenance. A conventional propulsion system consists of a main engine, gearbox, bearings, propeller shaft and propeller. Motoryachts include two propulsion systems that require a lot of monitoring and maintenance of their rotating parts. This is not the case for Intec Marine yachts, which feature propulsion that comprises a VOID Inline Propulsor (for cruising) or a VOID Linear Jet (for fast sailing yachts). These systems are generators that only require periodical maintenance, and are much smaller than the usual main engines used in diesel-powered systems. Moreover, they rarely use their full capacity, and in many cases only one generator is needed to achieve cruising speed and charge the batteries. The Intec Marine 90 hybrid includes two 300kW generators and offers low cruising speeds. The Intec Marine 140 hybrid includes four generators with a top speed of up to 25 knots. Due to the absence of large engines, the traditional engine room is replaced by two technical spaces on Intec yachts. The energy onboard Intec Marine Shipyard yachts is not only generated by the diesel electrical system (generators). The yachts also have several wind turbines as well as solar collectors and a hydrogen-based fuel cell. When shore power is unavailable, the generators are the main source of power. Should the need arise to avoid CO2 or NOX emissions from the combustion engine, for instance in nature parks, the fuel cell uses hydrogen to generate the power needed to sail the yacht. The only emission produced by the fuel cell is water. Sustainability is also very apparent in other maintenance-friendly aspects of the yachts. Rather than using teak, Intec Marine Shipyard fits decks made of Esthec, a composite material. The yard also uses unique antifouling (developed in cooperation with TNO*) which is less harmful to the environment and prevents fouling. The Esthec decks are easier to keep clean and have a long lifespan. As the drinking water pump and fuel pump are powered by air pressure, they too require very little maintenance. Intec Marine Shipyard BV +31 (0) 227 608 514 <a href="mailto:info@intecmarine.nl">info@intecmarine.nl</a> <a href="http://www.intecmarine.nl">www.intecmarine.nl</a>

Sustainable yacht building at Intec Marine Shipyard

Intec Marine Shipyard has created a team of professionals to develop and market two models of “next generation yachts”. The Intec Marine 90 and 140 are extremely energy efficient with hybrid propulsion and designed by Guido de Groot Design from the Netherlands. As well as energy efficiency the yachts have dramatically reduced sound levels and emit lower emissions of NOX and CO2. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/139661/image/large-456306cb38c898be6937006191262486.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139661">Developed in conjunction with San Diego based naval architect Doug Sharp, particular care for environmental concerns has been incorporated into the design, the construction and eventual operation of the yachts. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/139662/image/large-a96771342561d30114b29b6be2ef3c2d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139662">Intec Marine Shipyard started developing innovative and energy efficient yachts in early 2007. Two models are currently being developed together with designer Guido de Groot; the Intec Marine 90 hybrid and Intec Marine 140 hybrid. The technical design is provided by Doug Sharp Naval Architects, which has combined its expertise with the extensive knowledge and experience of Intec Marine Shipyard to equip the models with environmentally conscious applications down to the smallest details. The main objective of the development of the yachts is that sustainability plays a major role in terms of both construction and use. James Munn from Fraser Yachts is actively involved with the sales and marketing for these two projects. James has been involved in the original concept for the Intec Marine Hybrid. James believes it will not only win success as a design but will help raise awareness of the importance of low-impact yachting. Next week we will publish more information on the new Intec Marine 140.Guido de Groot Design +31(0)71 566 3040 <a href="mailto:info@guidodegroot.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@guidodegroot.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.guidodegroot.com/">www.guidodegroot.com</a> Intec Marine Shipyard +31 02 23 69 44 80 <a href="mailto:info@intecmarine.nl?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@intecmarine.nl</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.intecmarine.nl">www.intecmarine.nl</a> Douglas Sharp Yacht Design, Inc. +1 619 223 4860 <a href="mailto:info@sharpdesign-na.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@sharpdesign-na.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.sharpdesign-na.com">www.sharpdesign-na.com</a> Fraser Yachts James Munn +33 610 02 26 81 <a href="mailto:james.munn@fraseryachts.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">James.Munn@fraseryachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.fraseryachts.com/">www.fraseryachts.com</a>