New EU directive will boost the popularity of greener boats and motorboats

Consumers will be encouraged to make greener choices through fuel taxes.

New regulations are looking to improve the fuel efficiency of pleasure boats.

A corresponding directive is currently being developed in the EU. No fixed emission caps are planned, but the directive is expected to strengthen the market position of boats with electric or gas engines.

Consumers will be encouraged to make greener choices through fuel taxes.

– Small motor boats will continue to be popular. If we talk about larger boats, then gas and hybrid models will become common. Silent electric boats will occupy the niche of small fishing boats. Perhaps the popularity of sailboats will rise again as fuel prices and emission limits rise, comments Markku Hentinen , Technical Expert at Finnboat.