Retrofit Innovation: Replace The Propulsion System. Not The Vessel.
When the maritime industry discusses decarbonization, attention naturally turns to new vessels: purpose-built electric ferries, alternative-fuel ships and highly visible...
Darryl Smith is the Founder and CEO of Aqua Leaf Technology LLC, a Maryland-based, African American-owned small business developing AQ2-R, a patent-pending battery-electric waterjet retrofit platform built around a removable waterjet pod and a permanently installed Vessel Docking Structure for suitable existing commercial working vessels.
When the maritime industry discusses decarbonization, attention naturally turns to new vessels: purpose-built electric ferries, alternative-fuel ships and highly visible...

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