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World news
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

Atlas Ocean Voyages Will Roll Out the 'Largest Expedition Sailing Yacht in the World' and Cruise From Japan to South Africa in 128 Days

A 200-suite, hybrid-electric expedition sailing yacht with three carbon-fiber sails will debut in 2028, enabling up to 50% wind-powered operation and extended expeditions.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Tech companies want flying taxis on the battlefield

Electric and hybrid VTOL air taxis are being developed for short commercial hops and potential military roles including surveillance, cargo transport, and autonomous battlefield operations.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

This MIT Ph.D. is betting the future of transportation is on water, not in the air

Navier builds hybrid-electric hydrofoil boats that lift hulls to reduce energy use and operating costs for commercial and military transport.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

GE Aerospace to invest $300M in Beta Technologies, pair up on hybrid-electric power | TechCrunch

GE Aerospace will invest $300 million and take a sizable stake in Beta Technologies to co-develop a hybrid-electric turbogenerator for next-generation aircraft.
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