You all know how much we at #Ortomarine love a three-boat move… so we decided it was time for another one! 🚤🚤🚤
Luckily we had sunshine & beautiful clear blue skies, which made all the logistics a lot more pleasant ☀️
#narrowboats #boatmove #newarrival #crane #boatswithtech
Bathroom on NB Albatross, featuring a Compoost toilet and infrared heated mirror
Shower on NB Albatross with a featured shower panel of Smeaton's Lighthouse
Albatross's bedroom, showing the underbed storage
Albatross bedroom overview
The bathroom mirror provides gentle infrared heating for those chillier mornings and the shower features one of Matt’s own photos of Smeaton’s Lighthouse in Plymouth.
Let us know what you think!
#boatinterior #boatdesign #narrowboat #lifeonthewater #boatswithtech #canal #narrowboatllife
Take a peek inside our latest launch, Albatross! ⚓️
With no diesel heating onboard, Albatross stays cosy thanks to the #stove & multifunctional #aircon units that provide both warm air in winter & cool relief in summer. 🔥❄️
#boatinterior #boatdesign #narrowboat #lifeonthewater #boatswithtech #canal
𝗔𝗹𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁!
A timelapse of her launch from the Ortomarine workshop to the water at Willowbridge Marina.
#boatlaunch #boatswithtech #ParallelHybrid #narrowboat #canal #crane #boat #marina #solar #electricBoat #LifeOnTheWater #timelapse #debut #hybrid #ortomarine #launch #canalboat
We are delighted to report that all our #pre-loved #narrowboats have now been #sold! 😁
We would like to welcome the new owners of Minerva, Watt Knot and Master Riley to the Ortomarine family 👋
It’s always lovely to see our boats continuing their journeys!
#hybrid #electricboating #boatswithtech
Albatross on the water at Willowbridge Marina
Matt & Amy on Albatross stern
Albatross cruising
Albatross being lifted by crane at Ortomarine
Our flock is growing!
Launched on 24th October, Albatross is a 58.5ft semi-trad #narrowboat built on a Jonathan Wilson shell & is the 12th #parallelhybrid in our flock! More info to follow!🦉🐦
#boatlaunch #boatswithtech #canalboat #narrowboatlife #ortomarine #marina #crane #cranelift #boatmove
They say there’s treasure at the end of the #rainbow…
Turns out, it’s Watt Knot! 🌈
Looking for a #narrowboat? She could be the pot of gold you’re after!💰✨
Curious what life on Watt Knot is like?
Her neighbour says it all!😉
#Forsale #BoatSale #ParallelHybrid #boatswithtech #canalboat #floatinghome
⚡️The calm before the electric storm! ⚡️
We thought you would like to see a sneak peek from the early morning #dronefootage before the crowds arrived at #Electrika!
#boatswithtech #electricboating #hybrid #narrowboat #narrowboats #ukwaterways #narrowboatlife #lifeonthewater #drone #marina #boatshow
⚡️Can’t believe it’s been a month since #Electrika2025! ⚡️
Here’s a look back at some great moments from the #show, including some early morning set up shots. 😎
#boatswithtech #electricboating #hybrid #parallelhybrid #serialhybrid #narrowboat #narrowboats #narrowboatlife #lifeonthewater #boatlife
Ortomarine narrowboat 'Minerva' - photo showing external stern starboard
Ortomarine narrowboat 'Minerva' - photo of the bedroom at the bow
Ortomarine narrowboat 'Minerva' - photo of the dinette and saloon
Ortomarine narrowboat 'Minerva' - photo of the galley at the stern of the boat
**** For Sale ****
Say hello to Minerva – a beautifully built serial hybrid narrowboat, ready for new owners!
Launched in summer 2023 and in near-new condition.
Offers in the region of £185k.
For the full spec, contact: info@ortomarine.co.uk
#narrowboat #forsale #boatswithtech #hybridcruising
Shout out to Tim Knox from Mothership Marine Ltd for providing an excellent summary of the exhibitors and what to expect from #Electrika2025
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#electricboats #boatshow #boatswithtech #hybrid #SustainableBoating #goinggreen #ortomarine #narrowboat #narrowboatlife #marina
🔥 The countdown is on... 🔥
#Electrika starts in T-minus 50 hours, the marquee is up, the show boats are arriving and the forecast says it's going to be a #scorcher! ☀️
🎟️ Grab your free tickets here: electrika.uk
#electricboats #boatshow #boatswithtech #hybrid #narrowboat
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“How green is electric boating?” Caroline will dive into that at #Electrika2025! With real-world data from Ortomarine’s electric #narrowboats, she’ll share what going electric really means—for the planet and your wallet. 💚
#boatswithtech #hybrid #narrowboatlife #narrowboatliving #goinggreen
Fused glass door panel on Jenny Wren, depicting a wren in the countryside with its reflection
A standout feature on Jenny Wren is the stunning fused glass on the saloon/bathroom door. Featuring a Jenny Wren, it’s a beautiful nod to the boat’s name & adds a truly special finishing touch.
#boatswithtech #canalboat #ShowBoat #FloatingHome #BoatLife #boatinterior #fusedglass #narrowboatlife
Jenny Wren shower
Jenny Wren bathroom vanity unit and basin
Jenny Wren bedroom
Jenny Wren bedroom showing blinds and under gunwale lighting
The bathroom and vanity unit are beautifully accented with Onyx Crystal panelling and adorable bird-shaped doorknobs add a touch of charm in the bedroom, reflecting the boat’s unique character 😍🐦
#boatswithtech #narrowboat #canalboat #ShowBoat #FloatingHome #BoatLife #boatinterior #narrowboatlife
Jenny Wren galley
Jenny Wren worktops
Jenny Wren dinette and saloon
Jenny Wren dinette table with side hatch window and duck door knobs
Jenny Wren has a popular reverse layout design with some lovely personal touches, such as the striking Silestone Quartz worktop in the galley & the adorable duck doorknobs on the side hatch. 🦆
#boatswithtech #narrowboat #canalboat #ShowBoat #FloatingHome #BoatLife #boatinterior #narrowboatlife
Jenny Wren aft cupboard
Jenny Wren 10" Ortomate Screen
Jenny Wren tech cupboard
Jenny Wren is monitored by our Ortomate system, which is accessible via a large 10” colour touchscreen display at the aft of the boat, and also via the customers’ mobile phones/tablets.
#boatswithtech #serialhybrid #boatlife #narrowboatlife #goinggreenwithortomarine #boattech #electricnarrowboat
Jenny Wren on the water with a Swan
Jenny Wren cruising on the canals
Jenny Wren solar array
Jenny Wren engine room
Jenny Wren will be our #showboat at #Electrika2025 this year—and we can't wait to welcome visitors aboard! Limited tickets available so head over to Electrika.uk to reserve your FREE tickets now!
#boatswithtech #serialhybrid #narrowboat #boatshow #electricnarrowboat #electricboatshow #canalboat
⚡ See ‘Jenny Wren’ at #Electrika2025! - the UK’s leading event dedicated to electric & hybrid narrowboats⚡
📅 Fri 11 & Sat 12 July 2025
📍 Brinklow Waterside & Marina, Rugby, CV23 0JH
🎟️ Free entry (limited #tickets so must be reserved in advance)
🔗 Book now at: electrika.uk
#boatshow #boatswithtech
Jenny Wren being moved out of the Ortomarine workshop next to RDS Crane Hire's crane.
Jenny Wren being loaded on to transport
Jenny Wren in the water at Droitwich Spa Marina after launch. View from port bow
Jenny Wren in the water at Droitwich Spa Marina after launch. View of the port stern.
'Jenny Wren’ is a 58.5ft #semicruiser & our 15th #SerialHybrid, which we launched on 3rd June. ⚡
In an unusual twist, we only had one #boat move this time... but never ones to make things too easy, we chose a particularly #breezy day to keep things interesting! 💨😄
#boatlaunch #boatswithtech
#Sneakpeek of the tech fit-out for our upcoming #serialhybrid launching in T-minus 5 days!
Always satisfying to see the #electrical systems starting to take shape — careful planning, tidy wiring & reliable components all coming together to support life on the water.
#Boatswithtech #behindthescenes
**New solar personal best** NB Bears Afloat just harvested an impressive 12.2 kWh in a single day - the highest yield we’ve logged in 2025 so far! 🎉
Clean cruising, powered by the sun
#narrowboatlife #renewables #slowtravel #boatswithtech #solarpowered #canallife #offgrid #CleanEnergy #ukwaterways
At 46ft, Greengage may be the second shortest Ortomarine boat to date, but with the vibrant orange and green colour scheme, it certainly stands out! 😍
#boatswithtech #serialhybrid #narrowboat #canal #Boat #solar #electricboats #lifeonthewater #boatinterior #boatlife
As well as Stray Not Far, we also had to juggle the other boats at the workshop to make room for our new hull.
If you look carefully you might also see a sneak peak at our current build 'Greengage'...
#earnedacuppa #boatmove #relaunch #boatswithtech #boatlaunch #marina #crane #busyday #narrowboat
Electrika
We're excited to announce that Electrika is returning for its second year! 🤩
Electrika 2025 will take place on 11th & 12th July at Aquavista’s Brinklow Waterside & Marina. Tickets are FREE and can be reserved on the website: electrika.uk
#boatshow #boatswithtech #hybrid #narrowboat
Cover photo of February 2025 issue of Canal Boat Magazine featuring Ortomarine narrowboat 'Unexpected'
🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉
The Ortomarine team is back & feeling refreshed & ready for 2025!
We're excited to share that our #narrowboat "Unexpected" (launched March 2024) is featured in a 10-page review in #CanalBoat Magazine’s February issue. Grab your copy now!
#serialhybrid #boatswithtech
🎄 Merry Christmas from all of us at Ortomarine! 🎅🏼✨
Thank you for your incredible support this year. Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with peace and love! 🎁
#MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays #OrtomarineFamily #seasonsgreetings #canal #narrowboat #boatswithtech
The Bears are officially Afloat!
#boatlaunch #droitwichmarina #marina #crane #transport #narrowboat #bears #canalboat #cranelift #boatswithtech #boat
Bears Afloat at Droitwich Marina - view from bow end of port side
Bears Afloat at Droitwich Marina - view from stern of port side
Bears Afloat - Brown bear stained glass window
Bears Afloat - Polar bear stained glass window
On 4th June at Droitwich Marina, we launched 61ft semi-cruiser “Bears Afloat” – our 12th #serialhybrid narrowboat.
The #stainedglass portholes were designed by new owner, Kate & installed inside Caldwells windows frames. How cool are they!
#boatlaunch #boatswithtech #canal #canalboat #launch
In May 2024, we joined with Aquavista to launch Electrika, a brand new #boatshow aimed at anyone interested in #electric narrowboating.
The various presentations given at the event are available to download from the #Electrika website here: electrika.uk/index.php/20...
#boatswithtech #narrowboat
