Silent Yachts: Building Sustainable Luxury as the New Language of Yachting

The sustainability wave is carrying the luxury yachting world into a smarter, cleaner era. At the centre of that movement is Silent Yachts, which has turned the once-unthinkable concept of fully solar-electric yachting into reality. Its purpose-built electric propulsion proves that comfort and conscience can indeed share the same course.

“Just as people associate Tesla with the EV revolution, Silent Yachts represents that same breakthrough for the marine world,” says Steve Bell, chairman of the board. “Our systems were designed from the ground up for electric propulsion, and that’s what makes the experience seamless.”

With more than two dozen solar-electric yachts already in the water from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean, the green yachting pioneers are demonstrating that full solar propulsion works reliably at scale.

This is redefining modern yacht ownership. For motor-yacht owners tired of fuel-heavy cruising and sailors seeking the ease of power without the complexity of rigging, it offers the best of both worlds. Each voyage unfolds without fumes, vibrations or emissions, while delivering savings of up to $4,000 per week on fuel.

An Eye for the Finest Details

As a semi-custom yacht manufacturer, the company designs each vessel around how its owners actually live, whether that means reimagining interior layouts, selecting region-specific appliances or engineering systems that transition seamlessly between cruising grounds.


One owner, for instance, spends summers in the Mediterranean before shipping his yacht to the Caribbean for winter. His vessel operates effortlessly on both 110-volt and 220-volt systems, switching power standards as smoothly as it crosses oceans.

“Our clients come from every corner of the world, and no two live the same way,” says Bell. “In the U.S., owners often request flybridge barbecues and extended lounge areas for social cruising, while in Southeast Asia, galleys are designed to reflect privacy. We ensure our vessels become an authentic expression of how each owner relaxes on the water.”

The Architecture of Quiet Power

Intelligence, not intensity, drives Silent Yachts’ solar-electric ecosystem. Integrated solar arrays harvest clean energy and channel it into marine-grade lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries, powering propulsion and onboard systems for days without recharge. Smart thermal and safety controls ensure sustained performance under any conditions, while the modular electrical design enables upgrades as technology evolves. And through Yacht Sense monitoring and Starlink connectivity, owners can track every watt in real time, whether moored off Capri or crossing the Caribbean.

The yachts—SY62 3-Deck and SY80 both available in 2-deck and 3-deck versions—are capable of zero-emission cruising even in low sunlight, supported by a range-extending generator that recharges batteries without interrupting the all-electric drive. For a Belgian couple, the Silent 62 3-Deck redefined what freedom at sea could mean. Now they can linger in quiet bays for as long as they choose with no refuelling runs or engine noise—just the rhythm of the waves and the power of the sun.

“We always invite people to step on board, take a sea trial, and see for themselves what the yacht can do,” says Bell.

Behind this reliability lies an engineering culture built on precision and proof. Every system, from solar panels and batteries to control software, is validated under real-world marine conditions and certified to exceed international standards.

Endurance By Design

Silent Yachts backs its solar-electric vision with long-horizon warranties, lifetime service and the same reliability that defines its engineering. Solar panels are protected for up to 25 years, while batteries and motors carry comprehensive manufacturer coverage. A global service team supports every vessel throughout its lifespan, making sure owners experience the same peace of mind onshore as they do at sea.

That precision and commitment have earned Silent Yachts recognition worldwide. Honours such as Best Electric Catamaran at the World Yachts Trophies 2025 for the Silent 80, the MRH Innovation & Sustainability Award 2025 in the Blue-Green Technology category and Most Efficient Yacht 2024 for the Silent 62 showcase its leadership in solar-electric innovation.

With each new model, Silent Yachts turns technology into a way of life, inviting owners to travel responsibly and in harmony with nature. It’s a vision where noise gives way to stillness, fuel to sunlight and motion to meaning. In this world, luxury no longer speaks louder; it listens deeper—to the sea, and to the future it protects.