LaPéniche eXP: a self-sufficient, eco-responsible, electrically-propelled river unit

LaPenicheeXP on display at Boot Dusseldorf 2025

Designed by the CPC shipyard in Digoin, Burgundy (France), LaPéniche eXP is an innovative river boat that combines energy autonomy, comfort and respect for the environment. Thanks to its electric motor and intelligent equipment, it offers silent, sustainable navigation, ideal for life on board in all seasons.

Energy autonomy for waterways

With LaPéniche eXP, the CPC shipyard has taken a new step towards eco-responsible river navigation. This 15-meter model combines an electric motor with an on-board energy production and storage system. Equipped with a 40 kW ePropulsion motor, it draws its energy from an 80 kWh battery pack, complemented by 1,760 W of solar panels and a 14 kW generator running on biofuel. This architecture provides a range of 15 hours at 8 km/h, equivalent to three days' sailing without recharging.

Designed for life on board

Livability is a key feature of LaPéniche eXP. Designed for all-season use, it benefits from reinforced thermal and acoustic insulation with a polyester/PVC foam sandwich structure and double glazing. Its modular layout can accommodate from one to six cabins. In terms of comfort, the equipment is worthy of a terrestrial dwelling: 40,000 BTU air conditioning and reversible heating, complete household appliances (dishwasher, washing machine, wine cellar, etc.), top-of-the-range multimedia system with Samsung The Frame TV and unlimited satellite connection via Starlink.

Intelligent resource management

Onboard water management has been optimized to limit environmental impact. LaPéniche eXP has a 1,200-liter drinking water tank, fed by a filtration system that draws water directly from the canal. Wastewater treatment is integrated on board, with a capacity of 300 liters/day.

Assisted and connected navigation with Garmmin

Designed for optimum user experience, LaPéniche eXP features a hybrid cockpit, including an electric sunroof and adjustable pilot seat. Garmin EmpirBus technology centralizes controls via a 12-inch screen, including Navionics GPS navigation and a wireless autopilot. The system is complemented by a space for electric bicycles with optimized recharging sockets.

Electric canal cruising

With the LaPéniche eXP, CPC offers a model that meets the current challenges of river navigation: autonomy, energy efficiency and on-board comfort. This boat is part of a trend in which technical innovation is used to promote more sustainable boating, paving the way for a new way of navigating canals and inland waterways.

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