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Sealence

Italian startup <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7236" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sealence (Company)">Sealence</a> is making significant strides in its mission in driving the marine industry towards a more environmentally conscious approach. The pioneering developer of nautical propulsion systems for electric boats is preparing to open a new factory dedicated to expanding the production of its SafeLi lithium battery.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/277871/image/large-1433a42000e1225fcde5050614d75fee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/277871">Internally known as SafeLi Giga Factory, the project aims to establish a facility capable of &nbsp;large-scale production to meet the demand generated by several multi-year orders currently under discussion. The first product slated for manufacturing at the facility is the 83kWh SafeLi lithium battery, which is already in production at the company's pilot plant in Parma.Having completed the feasibility study and finalised all the specifications for both the factory and assembly lines. The next process involves conducting site surveys to identify suitable locations that can accommodate the factory. By 2025, the company expects to employ approximately fifty workers in the new facility.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/277872/image/large-3e655c60d213fafb3e1e70071f7be62f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/277872">In an exciting development, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7236" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sealence (Company)">Sealence</a> has officially signed a document with Sardinia, expressing mutual interest in developing the SafeLi Giga Factory on the Italian island. “I am truly delighted with this agreement and the forward-thinking approach of this administration, which aims to play a leading role in the Blue Economy,” stated <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7236" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sealence (Company)">Sealence</a> CEO, William Gobbo. “On a broader note, the potential establishment in Sardinia would allow Sealence to continue generating employment, development, and well-being in the country where it originated.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7236" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sealence (Company)">Sealence's</a> SafeLi battery offers an impressive discharge power of 240kW. Its fast-charging capability allows it to reach 80% capacity in just 12 minutes at fast-charger points. Weighing 550kg, this fireproof and heavy-duty battery ensures exceptional performance over extended periods and under continuous stress conditions.Designed to power <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7236" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sealence (Company)">Sealence's</a> patented DeepSpeed electric propulsion system, the SafeLi battery sets new efficiency standards for electric jets. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7236" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sealence (Company)">Sealence</a> aims to introduce additional batteries to its lineup starting from 2025.

Italian Startup set to open factory for lithium battery production

Italian startup Sealence is making strides in its mission in driving the marine industry towards a more environmentally conscious approach.