In 2021 three companies came together to revolutionize marine EV
Pantera Boats, LTS Marine and Carbon Marine
One company couldn't conquer the challenge of high-speed EV marine, but three companies with 15+ years of innovative marine collaboration could. The result is a new lineage of boats that can outsprint, outrun and outmaneuver any vessels in their class – both internal-combustion and electric.
CARBON MARINE
TORONTO, ONTARIO CANADA
In 2008, as carbon fiber’s lightness and strength was changing the game for aerospace, military equipment and F1 racing, Carbon Marine’s founder experimented with performance boats, replacing major structural pieces with carbon fiber. The results were spectacular; the modified craft delivered higher speeds, at lower RPMs, using less fuel, and with lower wear and tear on powertrain, extending component life and cutting maintenance needs.
The next step was obvious. The “Bullet”, a 21-foot deep-vee prototype with a complete carbon-fiber hull and structure, delivered record-breaking fuel-efficiency numbers and performance. That success kicked off an extended process of developing and refining the combination of materials, lamination schedules, curing processes and stack configurations that would deliver durability and top performance in harsh real-world saltwater conditions. In 2016, Carbon Marine debuted its first boat at the Miami International Boat Show.
LTS MARINE
MONTREAL, QUEBEC CANADA
It all started in 2008 with a bet – that an all-electric boat could be made with the power, speed and run time to pull a competitive waterskier through a slalom course. The three partners (an engineer, a mechanical designer specializing in electric powertrains, and a boat dealer/competitive waterskier) won their bet in 2009; with a viable proof of concept, they embarked on solving the hurdles that make EV marine so much more challenging than automotive.
When no batteries on the market could meet their needs, they designed and manufactured their own, experimenting with various battery types/designs, battery management systems, charge/discharge protocols, cooling systems and powertrains. By 2011 they had honed the system to the point that it could electrify marine applications – but also high-torque heavy-industry equipment like railcar movers, mining tractors, logging trucks and ATVs.
PANTERA BOATS
MIAMI, FLORIDA / HIGH POINT, NORTH CAROLINA U.S.A.
Founded in 1974, Pantera made its name in the 70s and 80s as one of the legendary performance boat makers on Miami’s famous “Thunderboat Row”. Pantera boats set records, won championships and built a cult following of fans who admired the brand’s sleek designs and unmatched workmanship.
However, the 90’s and 2000’s brought hard times to Thunderboat Row; Pantera struggled with litigations, unpaid bills, and ultimately, bankruptcy. In 2017 its physical and IP assets were sold, including molds, tooling, trademarks/logos and designs, to a group of buyers determined to resurrect the brand and restore it to its former glory in “retro-mod” form with 21st-century materials. But that was only the start. Pantera’s championship racing hull designs would play a key role in a technology breakthrough that would take performance on the water to levels never seen before.
THE MAKING OF VOLTARI
A MINI DOCU-SERIES
EPISODES 1-5
Who we are is best illustrated in our mini docu-series. From our origins, to our prototype 260E World Record Breaking run from Florida to Bimini on a single charge. We've come a long way to be the first Electric Boat to cross the Gulf Stream. And that is just the beginning.
EPISODE 6
The Gulf Stream | Part 1
In part one of the final two part episode of "The Making of Voltari", you'll witness the preparation from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to the departure point, Key Largo, Florida. This is the beginning of the World Record voyage, the first Electric Boat to cross the Gulf Stream, and on a single charge.
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EPISODE 6 CONT.
The Gulf Stream | Part 2
In part two of the final two part episode of "The Making of Voltari", you'll witness the first Voltari 260E in her Caribbean element. Enjoy the voyage back from the World Record first Electric Boat to cross the Gulf Stream, and on a single charge.
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LEADING THE CHARGE IN ELECTRIFICATION
LEADERSHIP TEAM
CAMERON HEAPS
Chief Executive Officer and Founder
Cam is an entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience
building companies, developing manufacturing operations, positioning
differentiated technologies, and navigating industry and government
relationships.
As a co-founder and former CEO of Steam Whistle Brewing, Cam helped launch
and grow the company into Canada’s most successful independent brewery. He led
strategic planning, brand development, sustainable manufacturing initiatives,
and industry-government relations that contributed to significant policy
changes. His leadership earned him an Entrepreneur of the Year award, while
Steam Whistle received recognition as both Canada’s Greenest Brewery and one of
Canada’s Top Employers.
Cam brought his business prowess and love of boating to the marine industry
in 2010, founding Carbon Marine to advance the use of carbon-fiber composites
in vessel construction. That work helped establish the technical and
manufacturing foundation for Voltari Electric.
As CEO and founder of Voltari, Cam leads the company’s development of
integrated electric marine platforms for commercial, government, defense,
security, and specialized applications. He focuses on combining advanced
composites, propulsion, energy storage, controls, software, manufacturing, and
service into reliable systems engineered around demanding operational
requirements.
Cam holds a BA in Business and Philosophy and graduated from the Ivey
Academy’s QuantumShift entrepreneurship program at the Ivey Business School.
Bruno Tellier, P. ENG, MSCA
Chief Technology Officer
Bruno Tellier is a professional engineer and project-management leader with more than 25 years of experience developing and delivering complex engineering, manufacturing, process-improvement, and technology programs.
As co-founder of LTS Marine, Bruno applied his engineering expertise to the electrification of marine vessels and heavy-duty vehicles. Under his leadership, LTS developed high-power electric and hybrid propulsion systems for customers across multiple industries and international markets. The company’s early achievements included powertrain systems for the first electric tournament ski boat in 2010 and the first electric wakeboard and surf boat in 2012. LTS later joined Voltari and became Voltari Power Systems.
Jean-François Lavigne
Vice President, Innovation
Jean-François Lavigne is a technology and innovation leader with more than 20 years of experience in the development of electric-vehicle technologies for demanding transportation and industrial applications.
He spent more than 12 years leading electronic-packaging engineering at Dana TM4, a joint venture between Dana Incorporated and Hydro-Québec. In that role, he contributed to the development and industrialization of electric motors, generators, inverters, and control systems serving automotive, commercial, off-highway, marine, rail, motorsports, and specialized-vehicle markets.
JON P. LETOURNEAU
Vice President of Operations - Panama City, FL Shipyard
Jon P. Letourneau is a shipbuilding and defense-program leader with more than 20 years of senior-level experience spanning engineering, manufacturing, program management, acquisition, quality assurance, and complex vessel delivery.
Throughout his career, Jon has led large multidisciplinary teams and major programs supporting the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. His experience includes improving shipyard performance, managing technical and operational risk, maintaining cost and schedule discipline, and delivering high-quality results in demanding government and defense environments.
Before joining Voltari, Jon served as Vice President of Government Programs at Eastern Shipbuilding Group and held executive leadership roles supporting U.S. Navy shipbuilding programs.
KEY MANAGEMENT AND TECHNICAL STAFF
HIGH-TORQUE ELECTRIFICATION EXPERTS
THE SAME INNOVATIONS THAT PROPELLED US TO THE FRONT OF THE PACK WITH EV MARINE CAN PROPEL YOUR INDUSTRIAL ELECTRIC/HYBRID APPLICATION
Electrification is revolutionizing industries worldwide. More torque, more speed, less noise, lower cost – and workers are safer and healthier in a low-noise, zero-emissions environment. Talk to us about how our electric powertrains can transform your products and workspace and give you an edge in the 21st-century economy. Check out our gallery of the electrification and hybridization projects carried out by Voltari Power for clients around the world. Then contact us to find out what we can do for you.
jet fighter air start
October 2023
Military moves to high-kW continuous output electric for starting jets.
unmanned hybrid MV
JANUARY 2024
Canadian military unmanned MV goes hybrid with Voltari tech.
1st electric wake boat
January 2011
Correct Craft releases first ever fully electric wake boat, powered by Voltari.
RAIL SHUNTING WAGON
June 2015
Voltari 100% electric powertrain ideal for high-torque railway shunting.
logging trucks
March 2019
Canadian logging company saves money with hybridized trucks.
track vehicle
September 2020
Rugged all-purpose track vehicles go 100% electric with Voltari.
Hybrid Sailboat
October 2014
Sailboat uses Voltari Electric propulsion with onboard generator.
MINING TRACTOR
SEPTEMBER 2021
Zero emission tractor ideal for underground mining work.
