De Antonio Yachts, a leading Spanish shipyard recognized for its innovation in design and sustainability, has announced the donation of its E23 model, the firm’s first 100% electric boat, to the Philippe Cousteau Foundation at a ceremony held at the Club Nàutic de l’Estartit, in Torroella de Montgrí, Girona.
Recently awarded the prize for the best National Shipyard in the ANBE 2024 Awards and as the best Eco-focused boat under 10m LOA in the Boat Builders Awards for its international projection and its commitment to sustainable sailing, De Antonio Yachts has demonstrated its commitment to the environment in the 37th America’s Cup, where the E23 was the Official Electric Boat.
This donation reinforces De Antonio Yachts’ commitment to sustainability
The Philippe Cousteau Foundation, for its part, is dedicated to the conservation of marine ecosystems and will integrate the E23, christened Round Robin, into its educational initiatives and marine conservation projects promoted by the foundation.
The Philippe Cousteau Foundation will use the E23 in its environmental education programs to promote the care of Mediterranean ecosystems, as well as in its seabed research projects. For the foundation, this collaboration represents an unprecedented opportunity, as it is the first vessel of this kind that they have ever received.
Among other things, it will be used for research and monitoring of species, sample collection, release of species bred in captivity, filming of documentaries and monitoring of pollutants through the Cousteau Constellation program.
State-of-the-art and sustainable vessel
The E23, a pioneering model in the yachting industry, played a crucial role in the 37th America’s Cup as the Official Electric Boat. It was used as a transfer boat for the organization, Grant Dalton’s personal boat and media boat for broadcasts. The E23 stands out for its innovation and environmental friendliness, combining optimal performance and autonomy. With a length of 7.20 meters and the capacity to reach speeds of up to 30 knots, the model is an example of modern engineering and energy efficiency in sailing.
“From De Antonio Yachts we want to contribute to the preservation of our oceans together with the Philippe Cousteau Foundation,” said Marc de Antonio, founder and CEO of De Antonio Yachts, during the delivery ceremony. “We are confident that ‘Round Robin’ will be a key tool to boost research and raise awareness of the importance of protecting marine biodiversity. It is a 100% electric boat, designed with maximum efficiency in mind, with a foil integrated between its double hull, reducing friction when moving forward, increasing speed, reducing consumption and extending its autonomy”.
Jaime Rodrigo de Larrucea, secretary general of the Philippe Cousteau Foundation, thanked the donation highlighting the importance of “Round Robin” for the development of the foundation’s programs: “This boat, the first of its kind that we have received at the foundation, will allow us to expand the scope of our scientific, social, informative and documentary projects as well as research and actions for the conservation of the sea”.
About the Philippe Cousteau Foundation
The Philippe Cousteau Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to the conservation and protection of marine ecosystems. From its headquarters on the Costa Brava, the foundation promotes scientific research projects and environmental awareness campaigns aimed at protecting marine biodiversity and promoting the sustainable development of marine resources.
Its main activities include educational programs, aimed at raising awareness among new generations of the importance of caring for the oceans, and seabed studies, which include environmental monitoring and the restoration of key habitats. Through these initiatives, the foundation seeks to build a more sustainable and respectful future for the marine environment, following the Cousteau family’s legacy of exploration and conservation.
De Antonio Yachts: Innovation and Sustainability
Founded in 2012, De Antonio Yachts has revolutionized the nautical sector with a philosophy that combines innovation in design and respect for the environment. The company, with a presence on more than five continents, has launched the first all-electric series model in 2024, the E23, as part of its efforts to lead the transition to more sustainable boating.
The company’s vision also extends to community and environmental conservation. This year, in addition to its role in the America’s Cup, it has excelled in several international projects, expanding its range of models and continuing its commitment to reducing the industry’s carbon footprint.
About De Antonio Yachts
DE ANTONIO YACHTS was born in 2012 from the passion of its founders, Marc de Antonio and Stan Chmielewski, for the sea and design, with the interest to innovate by creating boats with simple and avant-garde lines. Today it has established itself as a worldwide reference shipyard with production centers in Poland and Spain.
By offering the market new solutions, such as innovative hidden outboard engines for all models and applying concepts that improve efficiency, ease of use and performance, De Antonio Yachts has become a benchmark in the nautical sector.
As a result, the company has expanded internationally, with a presence on five continents and a wide network of exclusive dealers, thanks to the range of its 9 models of different lengths, which have achieved 3 nominations and 2 awards for Best European Motor Boat of the Year along with other international recognitions.
The latest models presented have been the D50 Coupé, flagship of the brand and the D32 Open, presented during the Barcelona Boat Show 2023 and the first 100% electric boat, the E23, presented in Barcelona in April 2024.
Following the launch of its new models, De Antonio Yachts is already working on new boats for 2025, which will be announced throughout the year.
Steady growth during more than a decade of successes
De Antonio Yachts has been growing and consolidating its presence in the national and international market, with 60% of its boats exported. The company closed 2023 with a growth of 45% and maintaining this evolution for the coming years with a strong expansion plan to enter new markets.
