Unleash Future Boats, founded in 2020 by Stefanie and Lars Engelhard, has quickly developed into one of the leading developers of autonomous maritime technologies worldwide. The company is firmly committed to shaping the future of shipping through sustainable and innovative solutions.
The stated goal of Unleash Future Boats is the transformation of maritime mobility and logistics towards sustainable and emission-free solutions. The company aims to develop a complete ecosystem around electric autonomous boats with fully digital ports, shipyards, and joint ventures. The founders are convinced that ships will operate emission-free in the future, for example, electrically and with hydrogen[1][5].
Unleash Future Boats is intensively committed to reducing pollution and CO2 emissions. Shipping is responsible for about 2% of all greenhouse gas emissions, and the company is working to eliminate these emissions through the development of emission-free and autonomous boats and ships. The prototype "ZeroOne," the world's first fully autonomous and emission-free catamaran, is a significant milestone in this mission[2][4][5].
The company works closely with governmental and international organizations, such as the UN and the European Space Agency (ESA), to achieve its goals. Participation in the ESA BIC Northern Germany and recognition by the UN-ECE Transformative Innovation Network (ETIN) underscore the innovative and sustainable approach of the company[4][5].
Unleash Future Boats is continuously expanding and establishing itself in various markets. Future series production will be supported by the Duisburg-based company Ophardt Maritim, where robots will manufacture up to 600 boats per year. The company has also formed partnerships with several universities and industry partners to further develop and disseminate its technologies[1][4][5].
With the support of high-ranking politicians, such as the German Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Dr. Robert Habeck, and members of the European Parliament, Unleash Future Boats is implementing its vision of a sustainable maritime future[4][5].
Unleash Future Boats is a pioneer in the development of sustainable and autonomous maritime solutions. Through their innovative products and services, their strong focus on sustainability, and their close partnerships with international organizations and industry partners, the company is reshaping the future of shipping and logistics. With their commitment to emission-free and autonomous shipping, Stefanie and Lars Engelhard are making a significant contribution to combating climate change and transforming the maritime industry.
