All-electric narrowboat joins day-hire fleet

ABC Leisure Group has launched a new all-electric day hire narrowboat, the first electric boat to join its fleet.

PerfectDay, a 36ftdayboat that accommodates up to 10 people, has been in development for 18 months.

The boat is fitted with lithium batteries which power a 48 volt Beta Marine 10kW motor. Charging and energy management is provided by products from the company’s Onboard Energy off- grid energy range which can be purchased online at www. onboardenergydirect.co.uk

ABC Leisure Group plans to launch a further eight electric day boats across England and Wales over the next 18 months. Marketing and sales director Haley Hadley said: “The waterways are havens forwildlife and many of our customers are interested in taking steps to reduce their carbon footprint and environmental impact.

“From Kings Orchard Marina, day boat hirers can cruise through the Staffordshire countryside to Fradley Junction or Bonehill and back. No previous canal boating experience is required and tuition is included in our day hire prices.”

She added: “We look forward to hearing feedback from our customers who enjoy a day out aboard Perfect Day, as we continue to take steps to meet demand for low-carbon energy solutions for our day boats, holiday-hire boats and marina operations.”

Onboard facilities include outdoor and indoor seating, a toilet, kitchen with induction hob and grill, a sink and fridge. Day boat hire starts at £99 on a weekday, £189 on a weekend or bank holiday.

To book Perfect Day, go to www. abcdayboathire. com and formore information about ABC Leisure Group’s off-grid energy solutions, including the Victron Energy off-grid energy range, visit www. onboardenergydirect.co.uk