2021

SILENT
MAGAZINE

EDITION 3
DEAR READER,

Exactly one year ago, during the end of 2020, we published the very
first edition of our SILENT Magazine. Back then, the feedback was so
positive that we decided to continue to release an update on a bi-
yearly basis.

Here we are now, with the third edition of our SILENT Magazine for
the Christmas time of 2021. As the festive season provides a great
opportunity to reflect, we took the chance to collect all the news and
highlights from the past couple of months.

It is always astonishing for us to look back and see how many

memorable moments and exciting developments have taken place in
the world of SILENT-YACHTS in a relatively short period of time. The
launch of our first SILENT 60, the world premiere of the SILENT 100
and the opening of our new offices in Port Adriano, Mallorca and Fort
Lauderdale, Florida, surely have been three of the highlights of this
year. Being able to welcome hundreds of guests at our new premises
who were excited to learn all about solar powered yachting brought a
smile to our faces every single day. Therefore, it is of no surprise that
our entire crew, which has grown tremendously throughout this year, is
eager to return on board once the season gets going again next year.

While 2021 without a doubt was a successful one for our company,
we have even bigger plans for 2022. With the
launch of our first SILENT 80 and SILENT 80 3-Deck, we aim to take
solar powered yachting to the next level.

Until then, please enjoy the content of this magazine.

Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year,

& the SILENT-crew.

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NEW MODEL SILENT 60

SI L E NT 1 0 0 K I TE SAI L
PR E SE NTATI ON SYSTE M
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3 4
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER EVENTS PART I

B E ST OF B OATS 2 0 2 1 MU LTI H UL L
AWAR D C U P MAL LO R CA
PAGE 26-29 PAGE 30-37

5 6
EVENTS PART II EVENTS PART III

SI L E N T-YAC H TS ME E TS “I MPAC T I N VES T I N G”

POR SC H E B AL E AR E S H OSTE D BY C R E DI T S UI S S E
PAGE 38-43 PAGE 44-47

7 8
PODCAST I PODCAST II
CONTEN T
FLOAT ONL I N E MAR K ET I N G
OR I G I NAL S R OC K STAR S
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9 10
S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y OWNER’S STORY

ECO-F R I E ND LY TH E SOL A R
MATE R I AL S H OME
PAGE 54-61 PAGE 62-67

11 12
RETRO BLOG III VIDEOS

TH E SOL AR WAVE HIGHLIGHTS

D I AR I E S OF 2 0 2 1
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2 0 2 2 B O AT S H O W R O A D M A P

ME E T U S
HERE
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SILENT 100 EXPLORER

NE W M OD E L

SILENT 100 EXPLORER:

A NEW BENCHMARK

THE OFFICIAL UNVEILING OF OUR NEW FLAGSHIP IN OCTOBER

TOOK THE NAUTICAL WORLD BY SURPRISE. OUR SILENT
1 0 0 E X P L O R E R P U S H E S T H E B O U N D A R I E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y,
E N G I N E E R I N G A N D I N N O VAT I O N F U R T H E R T H A N E V E R B E F O R E .
S H E E L E VAT E S T H E U N I Q U E C O M B I N AT I O N O F L U X U R Y A N D
S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y, W H I C H I S AT T H E C O R E O F E V E R Y S I L E N T, T O A
C O M P L E T E LY N E W L E V E L .

The philosophy driving the development of the SILENT

100 Explorer was a homage back to the days when
the brave were constantly seeking unknown horizons
- the same way it took an unbroken adventurous spirit
to explore the seven seas, it took a lot of courage to
envision and develop a 100 ft solar powered yacht which
would be beyond anyone’s imagination.

After the SILENT 80, renowned yacht designer Marco

Casali is also responsible for the spectacular appearance
of the SILENT 100 Explorer. The goal of this new project
was to bring the solar powered SILENT experience to the
superyacht level.

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SILENT 100 EXPLORER

The solar array can produce up to 40 kWp, which is 4x as

much as the SILENT 55 (10 kWp). The energy harnessed
from the sun is then stored in advanced lithium batteries
with a maximum capacity of up to 800 kWh. It is the
largest battery bank ever installed on a SILENT, offering
the possibility to store almost double the amount
of energy compared to the SILENT 80 (429 kWh). In
combination with twin electric motors (340 kW each),
the SILENT 100 Explorer has an economic speed of 6-8
knots, a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of
14-16 knots. Depending on the specification, two or three
efficient diesel generators provide back-up power to
recharge the batteries whenever needed.

The SILENT 100 Explorer will be the first yacht in our

fleet to offer four decks. With the help of a special sliding
mechanism, the solar panels on the hardtop can move
apart - revealing a sun deck which can also be used as a
touch and go helipad.

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SILENT 100 EXPLORER

As a catamaran with an LOA (length overall) of 30 m, she boasts enormous

amounts of space for all guests on board. In fact, the indoor and outdoor
living space is equivalent to that of a monohull measuring between 40 m to
50 m in length.

In comparison to the SILENT 80 3-Deck (Open Version), the exterior space

on deck of the SILENT 100 is significantly larger (195 m2 vs 351 m2), while the
interior space has been more than doubled (183 m2 vs 421 m2).

Such an abundance enables the SILENT 100 to be fitted with a hot tub set
up for sunbathing with a panoramic balcony over the transom, a bar as well
as a breakfast table in the open aft area of the main deck. The closed aft is
devoted to a spacious salon and dining area.

SALON

Five en suite guest cabins, which are located in the front of the main deck
and in the starboard hull, make sure everybody can get comfortable when
staying on board for longer periods of time.

The enormous full-beam master stateroom with a private office is located in

the front of the main deck as well. With 51 m2, it is almost twice as large as
the master cabin on the SILENT 80 (27 m2).

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SILENT 100 EXPLORER

MASTER CABIN MASTER CABIN

MASTER CABIN

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SILENT 100 EXPLORER

M A S T E R B AT H M A S T E R B AT H

M A S T E R B AT H M A S T E R B AT H

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SILENT 100 EXPLORER

GALLEY SALON

GALLEY SALON

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SILENT 100 EXPLORER

The wheelhouse, with a

connected captain’s cabin, is
located one level higher on
the upper deck. In the aft, this
third deck also includes a sky
lounge and bar with al fresco
dining facilities.

The crew, who is accomodated

in the lower deck of the portside
hull, has a dedicated staircase to
WINE & FOOD STORAGE access all deck levels. In order
to provide the owner and guests
with privacy, there is an exclusive
spiral staircase, which enables
access to all decks as well.

“
T he S I LE NT 10 0
E x pl o re r i s a
g re at c hal l e ng e
pro v i ng that the
s o l ar re v o l u ti o n
of S I LE NT-YAC H T S

”
c an be take n to
the s u pe ry ac ht l e v e l .
MARCO C ASAL I

WINE & FOOD STORAGE

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SILENT 100 EXPLORER

Furthermore, the SILENT

100 is also equipped
with two tender garages.
The first one is located
between the hulls and
is aimed towards the
storage of limo tenders
of up to 7.5 m.
In addition, a smaller
crew tender and toys
can be stored in the
side-loading garage in
the portside hull.

All the available space on board means that clients can tailor their SILENT 100
Explorer to their personal wishes and preferences. Whatever customizations
might be opted for, one thing is for sure - she sets a new benchmark for solar
powered yachting.

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KITE SAIL SYSTEM

S I L ENT 6 0

KITE SAIL
SYSTEM

WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE SOL ARWAVE,

A 46 FT LONG SOL ARYACHT IN 2009,
OUR SOL AR ELECTRIC DRIVETRAIN
REVOLUTIONIZED YACHTING FOREVER.
12 YEARS L ATER, WITH THE DELIVERY OF THE
FIRST SILENT 60 EQUIPPED WITH A KITE SAIL
SYSTEM, WE KEEP PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES
TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. AS THE
FIRST YACHT MANUFACTURER, WE ARE NOW
COMBINING THE POWER OF THE SUN AS
WELL AS THE WIND TO PROVIDE AN EVEN
MORE ECO-FRIENDLY CRUISING EXPERIENCE.

Highly efficient solar panels, large

battery banks and powerful electric
motors are the key components of the
solar electric drivetrain. They enable
our yachts to cruise up to 100 NM
per day with zero emission, purely
powered by the energy of the sun. In
order to further maximize the use of
renewable energy sources, our SILENT
60 #1 is fitted with a 9 m2 kite system.

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KITE SAIL SYSTEM
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During the initial sea trials
off the coast of Mallorca, the
performance of the system
actually exceeded the expected
predictions. When testing the
kite at wind angles of up to 40
degrees, with the engines turned
off and no propellers turning, the
SILENT 60 effortlessly reached
speeds between 4 and 5 knots.
Under the same conditions, when
switching on the electric motors
to draw just 1kW each to reduce
drag from the propellers and
improve the flow of water over
the rudders for better steering,
speeds could be increased to
almost 7 knots.
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In comparison to a regular sail,
the kite system offers several
advantages. Firstly, it flies at
much higher heights where
winds are far stronger than at
the level of the vessel. This
enables the kite to produce
up to 10x more pulling power
per m2 versus a traditional sail.
Furthermore, as it does not throw
any shade on the panels, the
yacht can continue to recharge
the batteries when cruising under
kite power. Additionally, there
is no need of a tall and heavy
mast with a complex rigging
system that requires a lot of
experience to operate or hours
of maintenance work to be kept
in good shape. Instead, the kite
including its electrical winch, as
well as its short and collapsible
mast, are easily stored in their
dedicated locker.
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Deploying the kite sail system is a

simple process. The first step is to
mount the mast with the help of four
shrouds to the pad eyes on deck
(on future deliveries the mast will be
mounted on a baseplate inside the
locker to leave the foredeck
clutterfree). Then, the kite is inflated
and released overboard to drift away on
the surface of the water. The next step
is pulling on the lines, which launches
it into the air. Once the kite reaches
optimal flight height, which is usually at
around 80 m, it begins to trace a figure
“8’ in the sky and generate power to
pull the yacht.

While the height plays a role, the

most important factor determining
the performance is the actual angle.
Depending on the conditions, it
usually is beneficial to fly the kite at a
15 to 20 degrees angle. The range for
ideal operations is in-between wind
speeds of 10 and 30 knots.

Bringing the kite back down is done

by reversing the process. Before it is
electrically winched down for storage,
the automated app controls move the
kite to a position above the boat where
its pull is at a minimum.

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KITE SAIL SYSTEM

As such, the kite sail system perfectly complements the solar electric drive
train of our yachts, especially to make use of windy conditions during
longer crossings. Last but not least, besides being incredible useful, it is also
a lot of fun!

If you would like to see how our SILENT

60 #1 deploys the kite sail system and
cruises along the coastline of Mallorca
with the help of the wind, scan the
QR code to watch the video:

Controlling the kite in mid-air is straightforward. Similar to

a kite surfing system, there are three lines: one for taking
all the force and two for the steering. The user can choose
between a joystick control for manual operation, or an
autopilot mode that flies the figure “8” on its own after the
kite has been positioned. Sensors on the kite and the mast
make it possible to fine-tune its position to fly lower or
higher whenever needed.

The kite is delivered with a 150 m line. Optionally,

customers can also choose to upgrade the size of the kite
from 9 m2 to 13 m2. However, as described above, even
the smaller kite is able to provide sufficient pulling power
for the SILENT 60. The system is available for all SILENT-
YACHTS models.

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B E S T O F B O AT S AWA R D

A N IGH T TO The awards were launched back in 2014 as a collaborative effort of

REM EM BER experienced European journalists and editorial offices who had a common
goal – provide guidance for boaters specifically towards their practical needs.

Since then, the final award ceremony has been hosted on an annual basis by
the “Boot & Fun” exhibition in Berlin, Germany. During this fantastic event, the
BEST OF jury comes together with the nominees and media to announce the winners
of each of the categories.
BOATS This year the ceremony took place on the 11th of November. Over the past

AWARD couple of months, more than 100 different boats went through the full-scale
testing process.

The 2021 jury who conducted these tests consisted of 16 journalists from
more than 15 European countries.
AFTER OUR SILENT 55 WON THE BEST OF
BOATS AWARD IN 2019, OUR NEW SILENT
60 REPEATS THE SUCCESS STORY!

When considering the number

of participating countries, jury
members and media, the Best
of Boats Award is the most
significant award for motorboats
in Europe. Worldwide, it is a
respected seal of quality in leisure
boating. What differentiates
this award from others is their
unique approach towards testing
and their categorization of the
vessels. Instead of classifying them
according to length, the Best of
Boats Award is focused on the
boater’s point of view. As a result,
all categories are defined by reallife
use cases which correspond to
the target groups of the individual
boats, such as for example “Best
for Fishing”, “Best for Fun” or “Best
for Beginners”.

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B E S T O F B O AT S AWA R D

In the end, we are excited to report that our

SILENT 60 was awarded with the BOB Award in
the category “Best for Travel”.

According to their definition, a travel boat should

be suitable for long distance travels with all
amenities to live onboard permanently, adapted
to inland waters and the tough conditions at sea.

With more space, more performance and higher peak

energy production than the SILENT 55, our SILENT 60
is even better equipped for such undertakings.

Our thank you goes out to all the organizers of

the event, as well as the media partners and the
jury. It is always a great feeling to receive a token
of recognition and appreciation from experts of
the industry.

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2 0 2 1 M U LT I H U L L C U P

E V E NT S PA R T I

2021
MULTIHULL
CUP

D U R I N G T H E E N D O F A U G U S T, P O R T
ADRIANO HOSTED THE 4TH EDITION
O F T H E A N N U A L M U LT I H U L L C U P, T H E
R E G AT TA F O R P E R F O R M A N C E C R U I S I N G
M U LT I H U L L S W I T H A L E N G T H O F O V E R
5 0 F E E T. T H R O U G H O U T T H E W E E K E N D,
F O U R S T R I K I N G E X A M P L E S O F M U LT I H U L L
YA C H T S W E R E C O M P E T I N G F O R V I C T O R Y
A R O U N D T H E B R E AT H TA K I N G I S L A N D
O F M A L L O R C A . H E R E B Y, O U R S I L E N T 5 5
WA S T H E O F F I C I A L V I P B O AT F O R T H I S
E X C I T I N G E V E N T.

Until now, owners of larger

performance hulls had limited
options to race their yachts in the
Mediterranean in a Regatta format. The
organizer and sponsor of the Multihull
Cup, Adrian and Lisa Keller, aim to
change exactly that. This competitive
regatta provides them the opportunity
to unleash their 50 ft + performance
cruising multihulls and challenge each
other for the win.

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2 0 2 1 M U LT I H U L L C U P

The cup is comprised of three

races: two approximately 30
NM on Friday and Sunday, with
a longer “record run” race on
Saturday. Every morning of each
day is kicked off with the so-called
“Captains breakfast briefing” in the
Sansibar Lounge in Port Adriano,
during which the most important
aspects of the race are outlined
and discussed. The races itself
started just before noon, followed
by dinner with tapas and cocktails
every evening.

All VIP guests attending the

Multihull Cup were able to follow
the high-speed racing out on the
open water up close from the
comfort of our SILENT 55. This
way, they were able to experience
the close win of the Swiss team
“Allegra”, sailing on a Nigel Irens
78’. By the narrowest of margins,
they were able to beat “Coco de
Mer” on their Gunboat 66.

With stunning islands to race

around, amazing venues, sunny
weather, clear waters and a reliable
breeze, Mallorca is the perfect
location for such a thrilling format.

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2 0 2 1 M U LT I H U L L C U P

Speaking of clear waters - the Multihull Cup stands for more than just pure The organizational and operational team of the Multihull Cup have
adrenaline. The competition is officially registered as a “Clean Regatta”, which is implemented numerous measures to reduce the environmental impact and
the world’s only environmental certification for eco-friendly, water-based events. contribute to restore the health of the ocean.

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2 0 2 1 M U LT I H U L L C U P
One of the examples is the
elimination of plastic bottles during
the entire course of the event.
Instead, their partners Clean Wave
Foundation have provided a large
refillable 600L water station. In
collaboration with other partners
such as Rigging Projects, SILENT-
YACHTS sponsored re-useable
water bottles to help quench the
thirst of all spectators and sailors.
The impact of these initiatives till
date is incredible. In the past five
years alone, “Clean Regattas” all
around the world have prevented
6.9 million plastic water bottles,
and 1.7 million plastic straws
from polluting our oceans!
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For our team,
it was an
absolute pleasure
to support a
Regatta which
so thoughtfully
celebrates its love
for sailing and
the ocean.
Another example is their
cooperation with Save the Med.
This organization is also based
in Mallorca and has dedicated
themselves to enable the
Mediterranean Sea to recover
its rich biodiversity and to thrive
in harmony with prospering,
environmentally conscious and
proactive local populations.
Amongst others, their projects
include safeguarding endangered
and vulnerable species,
working towards plastic free
Balearics and managing marine
protected areas. With the help
of a fundraiser, the team of the
Multihull Cup supports their
important work.
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PORSCHE BALEARES EVENT

D U R I N G T H E E N D O F S E P T E M B E R , W E S E T U P A N E X C L U S I V E PA R T N E R- E V E N T W I T H
PORSCHE BALEARES ON MALLORCA. LABELLED AS THE “ELECTRIC EXPERIENCE”,

E V E NT S PA R T II O U R G U E S T S G O T T O K N O W T H E B E S T O F E L E C T R I C M O B I L I T Y F I R S T H A N D,
B O T H O N WAT E R A N D O N L A N D.

SILENT-YACHTS As a pioneering yacht manufacturer focused on solar powered technology

and innovation, a collaboration with an ionic global brand with such a rich
MEETS PORSCHE BELEARES history in engineering excellence as Porsche is a perfect match. This is
especially true since the launch of their first electric vehicle, the Taycan.

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PORSCHE BALEARES EVENT

Our guests were in for an exciting day. They were welcomed in Port Adriano.
Greeted with some snacks and fresh drinks, the participants first of all had
the opportunity to a take closer look at the SILENT 60. Afterwards, with the
“
A simple comparison to gain
perspective on how quickly
help of the Porsche Taycan and our SILENT 55 Front Exit, the real “Electric
Experience” kicked off.
the Porsche Taycan builds
speed is the following: the
In order to be able to enjoy the Porsche driving experience and the SILENT
cruising experience in one day, they were divided into two groups, which
acceleration of the car is
switched activities after a delicious lunch in Port d’Andratx. almost equivalent to the one
The Taycan is about thrill and acceleration: For our guests, this meant experienced during a free fall.
getting into the driver’s seat of the Porsche and experiencing the power
of its two electric motors with a combined output of more than 500 kW.
A simple comparison to gain perspective on how quickly it builds speed is
the following: the acceleration of the car is almost equivalent to the one
experienced during a free fall. With so much adrenaline available under the
right foot, it was time to carve some of Mallorca’s beautiful coastal roads.

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PORSCHE BALEARES EVENT

Contrary to the Porsche

test drive, the ambience on
board of our SILENT 55 is
all about deceleration and
tranquility. Cruising along
the coastline of Mallorca in
silence enabled our guests
to connect with the beauty
of the Mediterranean and
enjoy the gifts of nature in a
sustainable manner.

Like many wonderful days,

this one ended with a relaxing
glass of wine and some
Mediterranean finger food
on the terrace of the SILENT-
YACHTS showroom. Both our
brands deliver the proof that
eco-friendly electric mobility,
luxury and performance do
not mutually exclude each
other – quite the contrary.

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CREDIT SUISSE EVENT

E V ENT S PA R T III

“IMPACT INVESTING”
HOSTED BY CREDIT SUISSE

A S A L E A D I N G G LO B A L I N V E S T M E N T The overarching theme of

BANK AND FINANCIAL SERVICES
PROVIDER, CREDIT SUISSE HAS
B E E N S T E A D I LY I N C R E A S I N G T H E I R
F O C U S O N S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y O V E R
T H E PA S T C O U P L E Y E A R S . T H E I R A I M
I S TO P R O V I D E T H E I R C L I E N T S W I T H
O P P O R T U N I T I E S W H I C H N OT O N LY
A C H I E V E A R E T U R N O N I N V E S T M E N T,
B U T A L S O H AV E A P O S I T I V E I M PA C T
O N T H E E N V I R O N M E N T. H E R E F O R E ,
T H E Y H AV E K I C K-S TA R T E D S E V E R A L
P L AT F O R M S TO P R E S E N T S U C H
P R O J E C T S , B R I N G I N G I N V E S TO R S
A S W E L L A S E X P E R T S TO G E T H E R
TO C R E AT E S Y N E R G I E S A C R O S S
I N D U S T R I E S A N D A C C E L E R AT E
S U S TA I N A B L E T R A N S F O R M AT I O N.
THIS SUMMER, OUR FOUNDER & CEO
M I C H A E L H A D T H E H O N O R TO B E
I N V I T E D TO S P E A K AT T W O O F T H E I R
E V E N T S , TA K I N G P L A C E I N G S TA A D,
S W I T Z E R L A N D A N D M O N A C O.
these initiatives is “Impact
focused investing”. According
to Credit Suisse, these are
investments which “generate
positive, measurable social and
environmental impact alongside
a financial return”, creating win-
win situations for the planet, the
people and the business involved.
This process generally starts first
identifying companies which
were able to turn any kind of
social or environmental issue
into a business opportunity.
In continuation, by attracting
talent, knowledge and financial
capital to organizations which
are aiming to accelerate positive
change, “impact investing” can
help getting the right resources
to the right people.

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CREDIT SUISSE EVENT

Furthermore, during both events in

Gstaad and Monaco, leading experts
shared their insights from a range
of different perspectives in order to
collectively elaborate which potential
opportunities, pitfalls and challenges
may lie ahead on the way to “Net
Zero”. Together with the audience,
they did not only create a stimulating
dialogue, but also a unique setting
where everybody had the chance to
learn from each other.

As a solar pioneer, Michael presented

the story behind SILENT-YACHTS
and shared beneficial learnings he
had made from initiating change in
the marine industry for the past two
decades. Both events were great
opportunities to connect with fantastic
minds from other industries. While the
desire to change things for the better
can be expressed in very different
ways, the same drive for innovation
which betters the status quo is
something that was shared by all
participants. A big thank you goes to
Credit Suisse for the invitation to such
a formidable cause.

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F L O AT O R I G I N A L S

P OD CA ST I

FLOAT
ORIGINALS
OUR FOUNDER & CEO MICHAEL
WA S I N V I T E D T O J O I N T H E G E R M A N
P O D C A S T O F T H E M A G A Z I N E “ F LO AT ” !
If you would like to learn more about why Michael believes conventional sailing
with the wind is rather inefficient when it comes to energy management on
As one of the leading online- board - and find out what makes cruising on a SILENT special – scan the QR
magazines about all things yachting code on the left to listen to the entire episode in German.
Float Originals and boating in the German
floatmagazine speaking DACH region (Austria,
Germany, Switzerland), float has
an enthusiastic following who love
to enhance their knowledge about
Scan me to listen: everything that brings people onto
the water.

As they are especially interested in

background stories, concepts and
the latest technological innovations,
the float community was keen to
hear more about SILENT-YACHTS.

Therefore, together with the founder

and host Stefan Gerhard, Michael
took a deep dive into our world of
solar powered yachting.
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P OD CA ST II

MICHAEL &
HEIKE ON
THE OMR
PODCAST
IN NOVEMBER, MICHAEL AND HEIKE
WERE GUESTS ON THE OMR (ONLINE
M A R K E T I N G R O C K S TA R S ) P O D C A S T,
W H I C H I S E S P E C I A L LY P O P U L A R
IN THE GERMAN SPEAKING DACH
REGION (AUSTRIA, GERMANY AND
OMR - Michael & Heike Köhler S W I T Z E R L A N D ) . I T R A N K S O N T H E TO P
OMR Podcast 30 LIST OF THE APPLE ITUNES PODCAST
C H A R T S I N T H E B U S I N E S S C AT E G O R Y The roots of the OMR platform date to 2011. Back then, co-founder and CEO
A N D H A S E S TA B L I S H E D I T S E L F A S O N E
of the company Philip Westermeyer, initiated the premier OMR festival. The
OF THE LEADING MEDIA CHANNELS
first time the event took place in Hamburg, Germany, it attracted 200 guests
Scan me to listen: R E G A R D I N G M A R K E T I N G , I N N O VAT I O N ,
who were interested in learning more about online marketing and digitalization.
S TA R T-U P S A N D M U C H M O R E .
Today, the OMR festival has grown into a highly successful expo with over
52.000 visitors and 600 speakers annually. Besides the actual festival, OMR has
Be it high-tech disruption expert developed into a complete media house which publishes blogs, articles and
Frank Thelen, CEO of SAP Christian research focused on digitalization and online marketing. The organization also
Klein, VW Chairman Herbert Diess offers seminars, workshops and produces its own content, such as the podcast.
or Hollywood Star Ashton Kutcher New episodes are usually released every Sunday and every Wednesday,
- they have all been a guest on the gathering around 45.000 listeners every week.
OMR podcast. During late summer,
our founders Michael & Heike Together, Michael, Heike and Philip Westermeyer had an extensive chat about
received an invitation to join for an the exciting development of SILENT-YACHTS. In order to listen to the entire
episode as well. German episode, simply scan the QR code on the left (will be online during the
end of December).
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S U S TA I N A B IL IT Y

ECO-FRIENDLY YACHT DESIGN

INSIDE OUT

T R U E T O O U R B E L I E F T H AT S U S TA I N A B L E L U X U R Y YA C H T I N G G O E S WAY B E Y O N D T H E S O L A R
E L E C T R I C D R I V E T R A I N , W E R E T H I N K E V E R Y A S P E C T O F O U R V E S S E L S T O M I N I M I Z E O U R I M PA C T
O N T H E E N V I R O N M E N T. H E R E B Y, T H E I N T E R I O R F I T T I N G A N D D E S I G N O F O U R YA C H T S P L AY A N
I M P O R TA N T R O L E A S W E L L . T H E R E F O R E , W E C O L L A B O R AT E W I T H A H A N D F U L O F C A R E F U L LY
S E L E C T E D PA R T N E R S W H O A L I G N W I T H O U R V I S I O N O F A YA C H T I N G E X P E R I E N C E W H I C H
P R O V I D E S H I G H L E V E L S O F C O M F O R T W H I L E S T I L L W O R K I N G H A N D I N H A N D W I T H N AT U R E .
IN THIS CHAPTER, WE WOULD LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO SOME OF THEM:

H I - M A C S S U R FA C I N G

Developed by the experienced high-tech engineering division of the LG

Group, Hi-Macs is a sustainable solid surface material. As a composition
between acryl, minerals and natural pigments, this material creates a
smooth, non-porous, thermoformable and visually seamless surface. It
can be molded into basically any shape and is manufactured in an energy
efficient process which is very economical with its resources. There are
no ozone depleting or other harmful substances produced during the
manufacturing of Hi-Macs.

Surfaces created by using this acrylic stone are completely free of harmful
heavy chemicals and VOC emissions - these Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOC) are gases emitted by a variety of solids and liquids which may have
negative effects on human health. Furthermore, Hi-Macs is also free of
nanoparticles, which pollute the environment. All these characteristics
contribute to the fact that interiors finished with this phenomenal surface
have high levels of room quality, guaranteed by international credentials such
as the Greenguard Gold Indoor Air Quality Certificate (it ensures that products
are low in chemical emissions and have no negative impact on interior air
quality). In terms of processing, off cuts of the material can be easily used for
other projects, helping to reduce waste to a minimum. It is also a very durable
material, which is highlighted by 15 years of warranty. This long product
lifecycle of course further reduces the production of waste. On board of
our yachts, Hi-Macs can be used to cover a variety of indoor applications,
regardless if it is in the cabins, bathrooms, cockpit, salon or the kitchen.

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U LT R A FA B R I C S V E G A N L E AT H E R FA B R I C S

Based on state-of-the-art Japanese engineering, Ultrafabrics create the next

generation of luxury materials. As innovative market leaders, their expertise
lies in the development and production of intelligent and animal-cruelty free
fabrics that combine high performance functionality, comfort, sustainability,
and durability in a variety of design styles.

All their products are free from environmentally harmful PVCs

(Polyvinylchlorid Plastics) and plasticizers. The organization has been
reducing their impact on the environment through the use of renewable
and recycled materials. In addition, Ultrafabrics are also committed to
reducing and reusing water during production. Through a new distillation
process, they were able to reduce their total freshwater use and save up to
3.2 million gallons of fresh water (or roughly five Olympic size swimming
pools) annually. As they also source 100% of their materials for their mills
in Japan from local suppliers, Ultrafabrics also consciously reduces the
environmental footprint from transportation. Their vision of pioneering
innovative materials that conserve resources and protect the well-being
of people and the planet perfectly matches our eco-friendly approach to
yachting. As a result, their fantastic vegan Ultraleather can be used to fit all
seating options on board of our yachts, both indoors and outdoors.

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K VA D R AT T E X T I L E S

Established in Denmark in 1968, Kvadrat is a unique textile design company

deeply rooted within its Scandinavian traditions. They continuously push the
boundaries of their interior textiles regarding their aesthetics, technological
as well as functional properties, all with a holistic sustainable approach. It
considers all stages of the process – from sourcing of raw materials and
processing to textile design and production, to actual usage as well as
afterlife re-purpose. Their European weaving mills in England, Norway and
the Netherlands give them tighter control on emissions, waste and resource
use throughout the entire sourcing and manufacturing cycle.

All raw materials used are carefully selected to minimize their impact on
the environment. An additional aspect setting Kvadrat apart from other
approaches in the field of textiles is their belief that longevity is at the core
of sustainable design. For this reason, most of their textiles come with a
10-year warranty. Hence, Kvadrat is the perfect partner for all interior textile
applications on board of a SILENT.

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GERFLOR FLOORING

Specialized in flooring solutions, Gerflor are the makers of innovative

ecoresponsible solutions for interior finishes, including marine applications.
All their production sites are ISO 14001 certified, which means they
meet the highest standards in the areas of efficient use of resources and
reduction of waste, keeping the overall environmental impact of the
organization at a minimum. Their flooring solutions are composed of
sustainable and 100% recyclable materials without the use of any heavy
metals and harmful solvents, while their innovative installation system is free
of adhesives. The combination of these aspects results in the elimination
of carcinogenic emission and high levels of indoor air quality. In coherence
with our vision of sustainable luxury, the Gerflor vinyl tiles used on our
yachts provide the touch and look of authentic woods such as teak, oak or
walnut, without the need to cut down actual trees.

MASTER CABIN SILENT 60 SERIES

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OW N E R ’ S STO RY

SOLAR
POWERED
HOME

CHARLES DEYO HAS BEEN ONE OF

THE EARLIEST BELIEVERS IN OUR
SOLAR POWERED APPROACH TO
YA C H T I N G . A S T H E P R O U D O W N E R
O F A S I L E N T 5 5 N A M E D “ I S A B E L L A” ,
H I S PA S S I O N F O R M A K I N G U S E O F
R E N E WA B L E E N E R G Y S O U R C E S H A S
B E E N S T E A D I LY G R O W I N G O V E R
T H E PA S T C O U P L E O F Y E A R S . N O W,
I N S P I R E D B Y S I L E N T T E C H N O L O G Y,
HE HAS A NEW VISION FOR AN
EXCITING PROJECT ON COOK ISLAND
IN THE FLORIDA KEYS.

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CHARLES, HOW IS YOUR EXPERIENCE OF
O W N I N G A S I L E N T S O FA R ?
The entire experience has been great to
be honest. Everything from the noiseless
cruising to the ease of operation and the
minimal maintenance. My family loves
spending time on board and travelling
around the Florida Keys on the weekends
and during the holidays. “Isabella”
definitely helped create some memorable
moments! As a tech enthusiast, I just love
the innovation as well.
COULD YOU OUTLINE THE INTERESTING
CHARLES DEYO
P R O J E C T Y O U A R E C U R R E N T LY W O R K I N G O N ?
Currently we are rebuilding our off-
grid fishing home on Cook Island. After
suffering a direct hit from Hurricane
“Irma”, it was severely wind and water
damaged. Part of the buildings´
foundation was moved, the drywall and
electrical wirings were all destroyed and
the diesel generator was submerged.
However, we believe this rebuild is a great
opportunity. My goal during this redesign is
to reduce the dependence on diesel while
making our time there more comfortable.
The hurricane ripped much of the
vegetation, including the enormous palm
trees that shaded the roof and property. We
are installing the solar array on the roof and
located the battery bank in a cool indoor
area. A water maker will be installed as well.
Maintenance will be nearly nonexistent
with the new lithium batteries.
CHARLES DEYO
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PRIOR TO THIS IDEA?
Years ago, a large 1.500 lbs (700 kg)
diesel generator was installed. The
logistics of moving it up the soft sand
was a nightmare. It was expensive to
maintain, required fuel every few hours
and was loud. A small solar array had been
installed, with a few golf cart batteries and
an inverter. This system only had enough
energy to supply the refrigerator. At night
we hoped for a gentle breeze to blow
through the building, but we were not
always lucky. We often found ourselves
running the generator all night for air
conditioning and to keep bugs out of the
house. Also, during the day, we would
often have to choose between enjoying
the silence of the beach or running the
generator to have air conditioning.
Getting supplies to the island is difficult.
Prior to the storm we would carry
canisters of diesel & water, propane tanks
and food.
Once everything is powered by solar,
supply runs will be easier and less
frequent. Time spent on the island will be
way more enjoyable.
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CAN YOU PROVIDE US WITH SOME NUMBERS A R E Y O U P L A N N I N G O N D I R E C T LY C O N N E C T I N G

R E G A R D I N G T H E S P E C I F I C AT I O N S O F T H E H O M E THE SOLAR HOME WITH YOUR SILENT ?
A N D T H E S O L A R A R R AY ?

Yes, they will be communicating with one

The actual fishing home measures around
1.500 square feet (140 m²), which is
roughly the same amount of space you
would have on an 80 foot (24 m) single
hull boat. It will be fitted with 45 solar
panels, each producing around 360 watts
of power. This array has a total output
of 16.2 kWp. The energy produced will
be stored in a 30 kWh battery bank and
converted to 120 V using two inverters.
Hence, during the summer season the
panels are able to completely cover all our
energy needs - air conditioning, cooking,
CHARLES DEYO water maker, refrigeration and lighting.
another via the internet. One main design
consideration was being able to remotely
access and monitor the electrical system
from anywhere. I will be able to check the
battery status, turn the air conditioning
on and see live images from the security
cameras all from my phone or at the helm
of “Isabella”.
IS THERE SOMETHING LARGER YOU ARE
AIMING TO ACHIEVE WITH THE COMPLETION
OF THIS PROJECT?

I simply want to show that the technology

is available to make everything sustainable.
H A S T H E T E C H N O L O G Y B E H I N D S I L E N T-YA C H T S
There is no need for utility companies
BEEN OF ANY HELP?
as we know them today. In the future,
they will only be used for distribution and
Much of the design and concept has been collection of infrastructure resources.
drawn directly from SILENT-YACHTS. For
example, we are using the same water maker
and water heaters. The lithium-ion battery is
identical as well. While in the design phase, W H AT A R E Y O U M O S T L O O K I N G F O R WA R D T O
the energy consumption numbers that I saw ONCE EVERYTHING IS DONE?
onboard of “Isabella” gave a benchmark for
the energy we would need to collect and
As we are going to be self-sufficient in
store on the island house.
terms of our energy, we are all looking
forward to spending longer periods of
time there and really using it as a second
home! It is going to be an amazing feeling
W HY D O YO U THI NK SHOWC ASI NG SU C H A
knowing that we will be able to enjoy
PRO JEC T I S I MPO RTANT FO R THE E NVI RO NME NT ?
ourselves without producing any emissions!

Because I believe it is important for people

to a see practical, real-life examples on
how they can start changing the way
they interact with the planet to make a
difference. For a real change to happen
on a large scale, everyone needs to get on
board with this way of thinking.

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R ET R O BLO G III

I N S TA L L AT I O N O F T H E B AT T E R I E S – 2 3 R D O C T O B E R 2 0 0 9

THE SOLARWAVE DIARIES We are very happy about the large number
of people subscribing to our newsletter –
the interest in our project and the clicks on
our website are rising steadily!
TAKE A DEEP DIVE INTO T H E B EGI NNING OF T H E S O L A R WAV E P R O J EC T, W H I C H L A I D TH E
G ROUNDWORK FOR S I L ENT-YACH T S. A FT ER YE A R S O F TE S TI N G A LTE R N ATI V E P OW E R S O U R C E S F O R
All the detailed work on the roof have now
YACHTS, MICHAEL & H E IKE P E R S ONA L LY S TA R TE D W I T H TH E CO N S T R U C T I O N O F T H E S O L A R WAV E
been completed, hence the panels can
46, THE FIRS T FUL LY S EL F-S UFFICI E NT A ND P U R E LY S O L A R P OW E R E D B LU E WATE R-C ATA M A R A N. BY
almost be mounted. The hull has already
HARNES S ING THE E NE R GY OF T H E S UN, T H I S C ATA M A R A N, CO U LD G E N E R ATE E N O U G H E N E R G Y TO
been coated with the second layer of paint
POWER THE P ROP UL S ION A S W E L L A S A L L H OU S E H O LD A P P LI A N C E S O N B OA R D. TH E C H A P TE R S
and the area below the bridge deck will be
BELOW ARE CONT INUAT I ONS FROM T H E S IL EN T M AG A Z I N E E D I TI O N S 1 A N D 2.
painted shortly.

The first battery pack (of two) is already on

deck, where it is stored in the meantime.
N E W P H O T O S O F T H E B O AT – 1 4 T H O C T O B E R 2 0 0 9 We are currently building mounts, so the
1.6 tons heavy energy packs do not start
The time has come – yesterday the roof moving around when cruising. Once all the
was lifted onto the boat and laminated. wires have been connected, we will have
Now we are in the middle of preparing the power on the boat for the very first time!
steps for the painting process. As the major
construction phases of the interior have We decided to go for the AGM Batteries
been almost completed, we are starting from Enersys / Hawker – the unusually high
with the paneling of the walls. Next week number of cycles convinced us – 1200
the motors and drive shafts will be installed. charge and discharge cycles!!! For the sake of
comparison, depending on the manufacturer:
A picture says more than thousand words … starter battery 50 – 200, consumer battery
200 – 400, gel battery 400 – 600 cycles.
A cockpit can be this spacious! The support
beams will of course be removed, plus On the image below you can see the
we will also install a big table. The walls batteries in their dedicated compartment –
separating the cockpit from the salon will in the salon on the bridge deck, directly at
be glazed completely – sliding doors and the main bulkhead. Of course, the batteries
sliding windows – let us surprise you! are placed on Carbon.

Currently the picture shows them just

randomly placed in the compartment.
Every battery will of course be mounted,
so they stay where they are supposed to
be. The spacers between them ensure
heat dissipation.

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N E W P H O T O S O F T H E B O AT – 4 T H N O V E M B E R 2 0 0 9

A lot has happened during the past days.

The outside of the hull has been completely
painted and taped for the spraying of the
deck and the antifouling.

N E W P I C T U R E S – C O C K P I T A N D S A L O N – 8 TH N O V E M B E R 2 0 0 9

Dear Friends of Solarwave!

Here are some more pictures of the boat.

The cockpit - on the left there will be a

large table. The part exactly in the middle
will become the outside helm station. Right
next to it you see the entrance to the salon,
which is separated from the cockpit by
MOR E C H APTE R S
sliding doors and sliding windows.
TO B E R E VE AL E D
On the left inside of the salon you see the ...
shelf. Next to that shelf we will install the
fridge, the passage to the cockpit and the
kitchen. Further clockwise the U-shaped
salon seating group and the L-shaped,
170 cm navigation table, which also forms
the interior helm station.

There are just a few spots left for the first

stages. For those of you who are interested
– please register quickly!

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V I D EO S
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS, SEVERAL CONTENT CREATORS CAME ON BOARD OF OUR YACHTS TO FILM SOME

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2021
INCREDIBLE VIDEOS. OF COURSE, WE ALSO CREATED SOME EXCITING VIDEO CONTENT OURSELVES. HERE YOU
CAN SEE THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS YEAR. SIMPLY SCAN THE QR CODES TO DIRECTLY WATCH THE VIDEO.

S I L E N T-YACHT S NAU TI ST Y LE S
Welcome to a new e-ra 2 02 1 SI L E N T 60 - 1 00% Sol a r
of yachting E l e c tri c C ata m a ra n
Ya c ht Tou r

Our premier company introduction video. Michael & Heike take you on a journey, showcasing Yacht vloggers Victoria and Rico from NautiStyles came on board of our award winning SILENT
the history of our brand, our development, and our goals. Come along to find out what SILENT- 60 for an in-depth tour of the interior. If you would like to see a comprehensive and detailed
YACHTS is all about. walk-through of hull #1 of our latest model, check it out.

KA R A & NAT E E NE S P LU S
Living on a 100% I ns i de a Te s l a I ns p i re d 1 00% E l e c tri c
Solar Powered Yacht L u x u ry C ata m a ra n Ya c ht

World famous travel vloggers Kara & Nate visited us in Mallorca to spend two days on board of our Enes Yilmazer is one of the leading luxury real estate vloggers on YouTube. When filming his latest
SILENT 55 to get their very first taste of solar powered yachting. If you would like to learn about the video inside a villa in Nevada, the scale model of a SILENT caught his eye. He was immediately
SILENT lifestyle, this video is a must. Until date, it has gathered more than 2 million views on YouTube! fascinated by the unique concept of our yachts and therefore had to visit us at the Cannes Yachting
Festival for a tour of the SILENT 55 Front Exit.

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20 2 2 B OAT SHOW R OADM AP Throughout 2022, we will be

announcing further participations at
additional shows and events.

MEET US HERE
B E S I D E S D R O P P I N G B Y I N O U R O F F I C E S I N M A L L O R C A A N D F O R T L A U D E R D A L E , Y O U W I L L A L S O H AV E T H E
O P P O R T U N I T Y T O M E E T U S AT F O L L O W I N G B O AT S H O W S :

boot Düsseldorf, Germany

22nd - 30th January 2022

Palm Beach International

Boat Show, USA
24th - 30th March 2022

Palma International Boat Show, Spain

28th April - 1st of May 2022

Cannes Yachting Festival, France

6th - 11th September 2022

Monaco Yacht Show

28th September - 1st October 2022

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S I L E N T 1 0 0 P R E S E N TAT I O N Marco Casali
KITE SAIL SYSTEM Alberto Cocchi
2 0 2 1 M U LT I H U L L C U P Sailing Energy
S I L E N T-YA C H T S P O R S C H E E V E N T Porsche
CREDIT SUISSE EVENT Credit Suisse
OMR PODCAST OMR
E C O - F R I E N D LY M AT E R I A L S Studio Podrini – HI-MACS
Luc Frey – HI-MACS®
ULTRAFABRICS INC
KVADRAT
GERFLOR
HIGHLIGHT OF 2021 Kara & Nate
Enes Plus
SOLAR POWERED HOME Charles Deyo
Kyle Miller
Grace Nicole Goodley

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