VANCOUVER, British Columbia & NORFOLK, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 2, 2025--
ACEL Power, a leader in electric propulsion innovation, proudly announces a strategic partnership with Electrified Marina, the nation’s top-performing electric watercraft dealer. This milestone agreement is set to amplify the availability of ACEL’s high-performance electric outboards—starting with the powerful Intelligent Electric Series of 50HP and 75HP systems—and expand into fully integrated electric boat offerings, including pontoons and tritoons.
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Electrified Marina, founded by a team with engineering roots in Tesla and SpaceX, is spearheading the marine industry’s transition to sustainability. With an unmatched reputation in electric boat retail, they are now showcasing Joule, an ACEL-powered electric tritoon at their home base in Virginia—a key product for the U.S. market, where pontoons and tritoons dominate inland and recreational waterways.
The collaboration between ACEL Power and Electrified Marina will focus on delivering ACEL’s unique electric outboard systems to a broader audience—from recreational boaters to eco-conscious marinas and commercial operators. With this agreement, Electrified Marina becomes an official dealer of ACEL Power’s electric propulsion systems, adding to its growing portfolio of premium electric marine offerings.
“Our mission has always been to lead the transformation of the marine industry toward a more sustainable future,” said Erick Pinzon, Co-Founder of Electrified Marina.
The partnership extends beyond propulsion. ACEL and Electrified Marina will collaborate on electrified vessel packages, with a focus on boats tailored for American recreational users, marinas, and tour operators. With ACEL’s scalable technology and Electrified Marina’s frontline experience in customer education and adoption, the two companies are well-positioned to accelerate market readiness for electric marine solutions.
“Electrified Marina has played a pivotal role in accelerating electric boat adoption by making the technology approachable and trusted,” said Natasha Chawla, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at ACEL Power. “We believe the Joule tritoon is an excellent platform to showcase our Intelligent Electric 75HP system—Pontoons are America’s favorite way to relax on the water, and pairing that with clean, quiet electric power makes for an unbeatable experience,” added Natasha Chawla.
ACEL Power and Electrified Marina are strengthening how electric watercraft are sold and supported. This partnership combines advanced propulsion technology with proven retail expertise, expanding ACEL’s U.S. footprint and accelerating the shift toward sustainable marine solutions.
For more information, visit:
www.acelpower.com
www.electrifiedmarina.com
About ACEL Power
ACEL Power, headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, is a pioneering manufacturer of electric outboard propulsion systems, leading the marine industry in innovation and sustainability. Noted for introducing the world's first mass-produced 50 and 75HP electric motors, ACEL Power is committed to shaping a sustainable future through the creation of a smart electric eco-system. With a forward-looking vision, ACEL aims to offer a comprehensive range from 1HP to 650HP, establishing new benchmarks for marine propulsion in performance, safety, and longevity. Leveraging patented technology and integrated software solutions, ACEL Power is driving change towards a cleaner, more efficient boating experience.
For more information, visit www.acelpower.com.
Watch ACEL's electric outboard motors in action here.
About Electrified Marina
Electrified Marina is redefining the boating experience through its curated selection of premium electric watercraft and expert guidance. As the #1 electric boat dealer in the U.S., their mission is to promote sustainable boating solutions backed by a team with deep roots in EV and marine industries.
For more information, visit: www.electrifiedmarina.com.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Thousands of nurses in three hospital systems in New York City went on strike Monday after negotiations through the weekend failed to yield breakthroughs in their contract disputes.
The strike was taking place at The Mount Sinai Hospital and two of its satellite campuses, with picket lines forming. The other affected hospitals are NewYork-Presbyterian and Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx.
About 15,000 nurses are involved in the strike, according to New York State Nurses Association.
“After months of bargaining, management refused to make meaningful progress on core issues that nurses have been fighting for: safe staffing for patients, healthcare benefits for nurses, and workplace violence protections,” the union said in a statement issued Monday. “Management at the richest hospitals in New York City are threatening to discontinue or radically cut nurses’ health benefits.”
The strike, which comes during a severe flu season, could potentially force the hospitals to transfer patients, cancel procedures or divert ambulances. It could also put a strain on city hospitals not involved in the contract dispute, as patients avoid the medical centers hit by the strike.
The hospitals involved have been hiring temporary nurses to try and fill the labor gap during the walkout, and said in a statement during negotiations that they would “do whatever is necessary to minimize disruptions.” Montefiore posted a message assuring patients that appointments would be kept.
“NYSNA’s leaders continue to double down on their $3.6 billion in reckless demands, including nearly 40% wage increases, and their troubling proposals like demanding that a nurse not be terminated if found to be compromised by drugs or alcohol while on the job," Montefiore spokesperson Joe Solmonese said Monday after the strike had started. "We remain resolute in our commitment to providing safe and seamless care, regardless of how long the strike may last.”
New York-Presbyterian accused the union of staging a strike to “create disruption,” but said in a statement that it has taken steps to ensure patients receive the care they need.
"We’re ready to keep negotiating a fair and reasonable contract that reflects our respect for our nurses and the critical role they play, and also recognizes the challenging realities of today’s healthcare environment,” the statement said.
The work stoppage is occurring at multiple hospitals simultaneously, but each medical center is negotiating with the union independently. Several other hospitals across the city and in its suburbs reached deals in recent days to avert a possible strike.
The nurses’ demands vary by hospital, but the major issues include staffing levels and workplace safety. The union says hospitals have given nurses unmanageable workloads.
Nurses also want better security measures in the workplace, citing incidents like a an incident last week, when a man with a sharp object barricaded himself in a Brooklyn hospital room and was then killed by police.
The union also wants limitations on hospitals’ use of artificial intelligence.
The nonprofit hospitals involved in the negotiations say they’ve been working to improve staffing levels, but say the union’s demands overall are too costly.
Nurses voted to authorize the strike last month.
Both New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani had expressed concern about the possibility of the strike. As the strike deadline neared, Mamdani urged both sides to keep negotiating and reach a deal that “both honors our nurses and keeps our hospitals open.”
“Our nurses kept this city alive through its hardest moments. Their value is not negotiable,” Mamdani said.
State Attorney General Letitia James voiced similar support, saying "nurses put their lives on the line every day to keep New Yorkers healthy. They should never be forced to choose between their own safety, their patients’ well-being, and a fair contract.”
The last major nursing strike in the city was only three years ago, in 2023. That work stoppage, at Mount Sinai and Montefiore, was short, lasting three days. It resulted in a deal raising pay 19% over three years at those hospitals.
It also led to promised staffing improvements, though the union and hospitals now disagree about how much progress has been made, or whether the hospitals are retreating from staffing guarantees.
Nurses strike outside Mount Sinai West Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
Nurses strike outside Mount Sinai West Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
Nurses strike outside Mount Sinai West Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
Nurses strike outside Mount Sinai West Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
FILE - A medical worker transports a patient at Mount Sinai Hospital, April 1, 2020, in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)
