Here’s some footage from a beautiful sunny morning back in March, when we had to do an Ortomarine 3 boat shuffle to make room for a new hull. 4 hours of boat moving, summed up in 4 minutes! youtu.be/hleLXAIwaSc #narrowboats #boatmove #NewArrival #crane #boatswithtech #busy #teamwork #shuffle

Check out the latest vlog from Narrowboat Life Unlocked featuring interviews with our very own Rob and Caroline discussing how “Eau Rouge” became “Electric Dreams” 😍 youtube.com/watch?v=M9B9... #boatswithtech #conversion #ParallelHybrid #boatlaunch #relaunch #backonthewater #Marina #crane

As you may recall from last month’s boat shuffle, Electric Dreams (formerly “Eau Rouge”) has been in our workshop undergoing some updates. More on this to follow! For now, we’re pleased to share that she is refreshed, ready to go and #backonthewater where she belongs! 🤩 #boatswithtech #relaunch

**Ortomarine Pre-loved boats for sale** As a new cruising season begins and Easter is here, maybe you're thinking about escaping the rat race and enjoying peaceful trips along the UK canals? What better way than on an Ortomarine narrowboat?! 🤔 Well guess what… you can! 😍👍 #joinus #forsale

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

#ThrowbackThursday! July 2019 - The launch of ‘Bartimaeus’ After 7 years as a #parallelhybrid, Bartimaeus has returned to us for a #conversion to a #Serieshybrid🤩 A Kensa Heat Pump system is also being fitted, a first for an Ortomarine narrowboat! 😁 Watch this space! 👀

**Pre-loved boat for sale** “Th1rt3en” is a 64' Diesel #narrowboat Originally launched in October 2018, with some refurb work in Winter 22/23 Details of this refurb: www.ortomarine.co.uk/th1rt3en-ii/ Offers in the region of £125k. For more info, contact us on: [email protected] #forsale

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re proud to reflect on a busy year — launching Greengage, Jenny Wren & Albatross, relaunching Arthur Owl, as well as #Electrika 2025. Just to name a few highlights! Thanks to all our Ortomariners and followers! #MerryChristmas & #HappyNewYear! 🎄✨

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

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

Today we’re throwing it back to ‘Watt Knot’ who is celebrating her 7th anniversary!🥳 We are happy to report she is for sale and currently looking for new adventurers! 🧭🏞️ Don’t forget—‘Minerva’ (serial hybrid) & ‘Master Riley’ (diesel) are also for sale. Take your pick! #throwbackthursday #TBT

⚡️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

**** 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: [email protected] #narrowboat #forsale #boatswithtech #hybridcruising

**** For Sale **** Meet Master Riley – a much-loved diesel narrowboat looking for new adventurers! Offers in the region of £90k. If you are interested in seeing the full spec, contact: [email protected] #narrowboat #narrowboatforsale #BoatSale #boatsales #dieselnarrowboat #hybrid #canalboat

**** For Sale **** #Parallelhybrid 'Watt Knot' is ready for new adventures – are you? We will be looking for offers in the region of £125k If you are interested in seeing the full specification, please email: [email protected] #narrowboat #narrowboatforsale #boatsales #canalboat

Shout out to Tim Knox from Mothership Marine Ltd for providing an excellent summary of the exhibitors and what to expect from #Electrika2025 youtu.be/4r2_OnKyNhQ?... #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 fb.watch/AJUvoEn4gB/

“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

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

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 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 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 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

Now in it's 2nd year, this years #Electrika show includes: • 10 featured showboats • Talks & demos incl. our Propeller Trials findings • Q&As with #electric boat owners • Top propulsion & tech suppliers on hand to chat See first-hand how electric tech is transforming #lifeonthewater! 💚 #boatshow

⚡ 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

You’ll also be able to see Jenny Wren in person as she’ll be our show boat at Electrika—so if you're attending, be sure to come and take a look! 👀 Free tickets available at electrika.uk #Electrika #boatshow #electricboating #hybrid #parallel #serial #Ortomarine #Goinggreen #goinggreenwithortomarine

'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

Internally, the open-plan living area features a spacious galley and an L-shaped dinette seating area. Check out the cool duck tile on the reclaimed oak saloon door—does this mean this boat technically has three duck doors?!" 🦆🤔😅 #lifeonthewater #boatinterior #boatlife #duck

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

Another busy day at Ortomarine HQ! On 11th March, we launched ‘Greengage’, a 46ft semi cruiser which is our 14th #serialhybrid 😍 We also relaunched Cafwin Cruises’ hire boat ‘Arthur Owl’ after some engine upgrades & a repaint over the winter months. 🥰 #boatlaunch #relaunch #narrowboat #boatmove

On 25/02/25, we held #Propeller Trials at #DroitwichMarina, thanks to the amazing support of so many! 🙏 Stay tuned for a vlog from @cruisingthecut.bsky.social soon! 🎥 The results will be revealed at #Electrika so get your FREE tickets now! electrika.uk Prop Trial Video: youtu.be/RdvIydaPaCQ 🎬

**FOR SALE** “Count for Nothing” our very last #diesel #narrowboat (launched in September 2021) is reluctantly up #forsale (due to owner's ill health). We will be looking for offers based on £120,000, so if you would like more details, please don’t hesitate to contact us by email/phone.

It was a bitterly cold & wet Monday morning, but that didn’t stop Team Ortomarine from moving three boats! After a short stint in the workshop for some #refurbishment, we're happy to report existing Ortomarine #narrowboat ‘Stray Not Far’ has now gone back in to the water 🥰 #relaunch #marina #crane

It’s time for #ThrowbackThursday. Today we are racing back in time to February 2022 to the launch of ‘Professor Pat Pending’ who is just about to celebrate her 3rd birthday! 😍🥳 #tbt #canalboat #narrowboat #canallife #ukwaterways #narrowboatlife #canal #boatlife #serialhybrid #wacky #wackyraces

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

🎉 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

#ThrowbackThursday Today, we head back to August 2020 to celebrate the launch of our first #serialhybrid “Hunky Dory” Launched during lockdown, it's a time many of us would prefer to forget, but for Mel & Phil it meant the start of a new exciting chapter on the #UKwaterways 🥰 #tbt #narrowboat

For #ThrowbackThursday we're going back a year to 28/11/2023 to the launch of our 11th parallel hybrid “Felicity” Glorious blue skies made for a good start to Felicity’s journey & we hope that for the last 12 months they have continued to enjoy #TheGoodLife!🤞🤩 #oneyearon #tbt #narrowboat #canal

The 7th November saw a lot of #boat shuffling at Ortomarine HQ. Not only did we take delivery of our latest hull from Tim Tyler Boats, but we also took delivery of Cafwin Cruises narrowboat ‘Arthur Owl’ who has come to our workshop for some TLC over the winter months #boatmove #crane #cranelift

In October we hit the 50,000 mile mark in our #electricvan ⚡ Read the article below to see how much this has helped reduce our #carbonfootprint & why we are happy we made the switch to #electric! 💚 ortomarine.co.uk/50000-miles/ #ev #evcharging #greenenergy #electriccharging #electricvehicle

Ortomarine NB: Minerva was up for sale over the summer after the previous owners made the decision to move back overseas. ☀️ After coming back to Ortomarine for a bit of TLC, we’re happy to report we relaunched Minerva on 16th October at Calcutt Marina. 🤩 #relaunch #boatlaunch #crane #cranelift

In September, Rob & Caroline attended the #Sustainable Boating Awards hosted by the IWA. We are happy to reveal that Ortomarine received a #Commendation award for our work in developing monitoring technology for #electric boating. 🥳 🤩 #sustainability #greenboating #narrowboat #greenenergy