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Pure Solar.Endless Waterways.

AQ8IC is India's premier engineering firm for advanced solar electric catamarans. We develop high-performance hybrid electric platforms designed for inland waterways, running on full solar in slow cruise and up to 50% solar at higher speeds.

Discover
Modular Platform

One Platform.
Infinite Configurations.

A symmetrical marine catamaran platform engineered for rapid deck and power configurations — from zero-emission passenger shuttles to premium custom charters.

AQ8IC Solar Catamaran Base Platform
AQ8IC Catamaran · Base Marine Platform
Passenger Cruiser Configuration

Passenger Cruiser

30 passengers · 100% solar cruise · low-wake

Resort Shuttle Configuration

Resort Shuttle

Rapid transfer · battery & fuel backup · low-draft

VIP Charter Craft Configuration

VIP Charter Craft

Custom lounge · continuous solar roof · premium design

Eco-Utility Tender Configuration

Eco-Utility Tender

Modular cargo · silent operation · zero emissions

Engineering & Systems

Advanced Propulsion
Solutions for
Waterway Transit.

Engineered to overcome operational hurdles. We supply operators with cutting-edge hybrid-electric systems — ranging from silent daytime solar cruising to robust night-time battery reserves.

SYSTEM 01

Pure Electric (Solar Cruise)

100% solar electric propulsion for silent, zero-emission cruising. Experience unlimited daylight endurance at eco-cruise speeds.

Propulsion15 kW Dual Motors
Canopy Output6.2 kW Peak PV
Efficiency94% Brushless PMSM
SYSTEM 02

Hybrid Electric Assist

Combines high-capacity lithium battery storage with a clean backup generator to sustain higher cruise speeds and extended night transits.

Battery60-110 kWh LFP Cells
Generator25 kVA Range Extender
Transit ModeAuto Load Balancing
SYSTEM 03

Smart Power Management

Intelligent grid management that automatically balances solar roof input, battery state of charge, and auxiliary power generation.

Grid Type48V DC Common Bus
MPPT ControllersQuad-Channel Efficiency
Switching SpeedMillisecond Transition
SOLUTION 01

Eco-Resort Shuttles

Deliver silent, eco-friendly luxury transport for resorts operating on premium lakes, estuaries, and protected river systems.

Capacity12-18 Passengers
Draft Depth0.35m Shallow Water
OperationsZero-Exhaust Zones
SOLUTION 02

Scenic Waterway Cruises

Maximize passenger comfort with zero engine noise, exhaust fumes, or engine vibrations during backwater sight-seeing tours.

Noise Level<45 dB Cabin Sound
Wake ProfileLow Displacement
ComfortZero Hull Vibration
SOFTWARE 01

Telemetry & Route Mapping

Real-time telemetry mapping solar irradiance, power usage, and optimal speeds to maximize efficiency across your fleet routes.

ProcessorEdge Compute Node
SensorsIrradiance & Load Cells
ConnectivitySatellite & LTE Backup
Interactive Engineering

Performance
Simulator.

Adjust speed, battery, and load to see real-time performance metrics for your inland waterway operations.

Operating Conditions

Adjust Cruise Parameters

5 kn (9.3 km/h)
3 kn · Eco8 kn · Normal14 kn · High
100% Pure Solar — Zero Fuel
Simulated Output

Performance Metrics

Solar %
100%

PV Array

Hours
24 hrs

Continuous

Range
120 NM

~222 km

Savings
100%

vs Diesel

Cabin Sound LevelSilent electric drive
12 dB
The Case for Solar

Traditional Marine Fuel
Is Costing You
More Than You Know.

Every noisy diesel engine, high maintenance shutdown, or fuel price hike represents real revenue lost. Our solar electric catamaran platforms eliminate these friction points — permanently.

AQ8IC Marine
Autonomous solar catamaran cruising

“Where traditional hulls drag,
solar electric catamarans glide.”

Propulsion

Pure Solar Cruise

Silent, zero-emission propulsion preserving fragile inland riverbanks and aquatic wildlife. Cover daily resort loops or passenger shuttle routes entirely on free solar energy.

Backup

Hybrid Reliability

Lithium batteries with fuel range extenders for non-stop fleet operations around the clock. Automatically transition between battery backing or auxiliary generation as power demands.

Hydrodynamics

Low-Draft Hull Design

Dual-hull symmetrical catamarans engineered for smooth, low-drag navigation across shallow waters, reducing wake energy and protecting shoreline ecosystems.

Live Demonstrations

See It in
Motion.

Experience the smooth, silent glide of our hybrid solar electric catamaran on inland waterways.

Hull & Drive Propulsion
Our Process

From Requirement
to Full-Scale
Operations.

Define the Mission
01
Step 01

Define the Mission

Our engineers work alongside your tourism team to fully understand the water depth, passenger capacity, range objectives, and local regulations. No assumption. No compromise.

Route mapping · Capacity planning · Solar profiling · Regulation audit

Configure & Assemble
02
Step 02

Configure & Assemble

The symmetrical catamaran hull is integrated with your choice of solar arrays, battery capacities, and hybrid backup extenders. Assembled in our state-of-the-art facility.

Hull fabrication · Solar canopy integration · Hybrid calibration

Launch & Operate
03
Step 03

Launch & Operate

We deliver the vessel to your waterway, handle field commissioning, and train your crew in solar-hybrid power management. Operations are supported by our SLA network.

Water commissioning · Crew certification · Power tuning · Ongoing SLA support

Ready to Commission Your Fleet?

Consult with our naval engineers for custom configurations, range extenders, and inland deployment timelines.

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