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New Zealand-based Vessev has launched the VS–Drive, a commercial-grade electric propulsion system designed to keep hydrofoiling vessels efficient and reliable even in tropical conditions. That’s a challenge the company says has limited electric marine operations in hotter climates.

Teledyne Technologies has completed the acquisition of the TransponderTech business from Saab AB, further expanding its maritime technology portfolio.

Pershing has signed an exclusive dealership agreement with Jeff Brown Yachts, expanding its distribution network in the United States. The partnership covers sales and support for Pershing’s full range of boats across the West Coast, including Washington, Oregon, California and Hawaii.

Finding fish just got a lot simpler. Simrad Marine Electronics has launched FishCast powered by ROFFS, an on-screen forecasting tool that gives anglers access to professional-grade fishing insights directly on select Simrad displays — no extra hardware required.

Aqua superPower has installed what it describes as the ‘world’s first battery-backed DC charger for electric boats’ at Fowey Harbour in Cornwall, on the UK south coast.