BlueNav is introducing its brand-new all-in-one Essential 8 and Explorer 8 kits, built around the retractable 8kW Outboard motor, recently awarded “New Propulsion Technology of the Year” at the 2025 Electric & Hybrid Marine Awards.
With this innovation, BlueNav makes electric boating simpler and more accessible, offering boaters a complete, turnkey solution.
A complete kit for stress-free boating
Essential 8 and Explorer 8 are two packs designed for boats up to 10 meters, including everything needed: the 8kW Outboard motor, IONBASE batteries, 48V 35A charger, 3D Joystick, and BlueNav’s suite of smart software.
Available in two versions, they adapt to different autonomy needs without compromising maneuverability or safety:
- Essential 8: 6.8 kWh batteries, approx. 1h15 autonomy
- Explorer 8: 13.6 kWh batteries, approx. 2h30 autonomy
These kits integrate advanced features such as Virtual Anchor and autopilot modes, providing comfort and precision during maneuvers and anchoring.
Included in every kit, the 3D Joystick is at the heart of the BlueNav experience. Compact and ergonomic, it delivers intuitive one-hand control: push to go forward, pull to reverse, rotate to turn. Compact and ergonomic, it delivers intuitive one-hand control: push to go forward, pull to reverse, rotate to turn.
“With the launch of the Essentiel 8 and Explorer 8 kits, our goal was to make access to our solutions as simple as possible. No need to piece together an installation: everything is ready, complete, and fully integrated. Our ambition is clear: to make electric navigation intuitive and allow everyone to enjoy the sea with peace of mind.” Xavier Lachérade, CEO of BlueNav.
The award-winning 8kW motor
Designed for smaller and lighter boats, BlueNav’s 8kW Outboard stands apart thanks to its retractable design, which allows it to fold away in thermal mode, preserving speed and performance. Equipped with Rim Drive Technology (RDT) and BlueNav’s exclusive Whale Design blades, it offers exceptional reactivity at low speed while ensuring optimal energy efficiency.
Far more than a simple electric motor, the 8kW BlueSpin Outboard integrates a unique combination of mechanical and software innovations. Among them: Virtual Anchor, 360° Propulsion, Heading Hold, Waypoint Tracking… as well as Side Docking and the brand-new Dynamic Positioning System (DPS), the latter two available on twin-motor configurations. These technologies turn navigation into a simple, intuitive, and stress-free experience.
This visionary approach earned the 8kW BlueSpin Outboard the “New Propulsion Technology of the Year” award at the 2025 Electric & Hybrid Marine Awards in Amsterdam.
A redefined user experience
By combining the best of hardware and software, BlueNav transforms hybridization into a real advantage, with features that completely reshape navigation:
- Safety: a second motor always ready, like a spare wheel at sea.
- Maneuverability: millimetric precision and unmatched fluidity.
- Preservation: Virtual Anchor to protect seabeds and silent electric cruising.
- Freedom: access to protected areas and exclusive moorings.
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Recommended Retail Price
The Essential 8 and Explorer 8 kits are offered at the recommended retail price below:
- Essential 8 : 19.940 € HT
- Explorer 8 : 21.570 € HT
