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A business and technical partner on Vancouver Island
Based in Caen, Millikan Boats announces the addition of Rising Tide Boatworks to its distribution network. Based in Ucluelet, on the west coast of Vancouver Island, this company becomes its Electric Service Dealer in Canada.
The agreement covers the sale of M.10 catamarans, as well as their maintenance and technical support related to electric propulsion. Rising Tide Boatworks reports that it has a team of 12 people.
For Millikan Boats, this partnership is expected to facilitate its entry into the North American market. It also addresses a specific challenge facing electric boats: providing owners with a local point of contact capable of servicing batteries, motors, and energy management systems.
A Canadian construction project currently under development
Founded by Avi Bryant, Rising Tide Boatworks operates a facility in Ucluelet dedicated to the construction, conversion, and maintenance of electric boats.
The project includes manufacturing facilities, facilities dedicated to batteries and electronics, as well as material-handling and charging equipment.
According to its website, the project is scheduled to be fully operational in 2028. The distribution agreement has therefore been announced while its future infrastructure is still under development.
The M.10, a 9.99-meter electric-solar catamaran
Manufactured in Normandy, the M.10 is a 9.99-meter motor catamaran that uses electric propulsion combined with solar panels.
The lineup was updated in 2026, notably with a version equipped with two 40-kW electric outboard motors and batteries with a total capacity of 60 kWh, according to the manufacturer.
Its actual range depends on sailing conditions, speed, and sunlight. This is a particularly important factor for a boat intended to sail along coastlines where weather conditions can be very different from those in the Mediterranean.
Millikan Boats is gradually expanding its dealer network in Europe and internationally. The Canadian agreement is part of this effort, with particular emphasis placed on the distributor's technical expertise.
