Hainan University’s team is aligned with China’s national strategy to become a maritime power and with the development needs of the Hainan Free Trade Port, focusing its research on the key challenges of marine technology and equipment. Drawing on the National Key Laboratory of Tropical Marine Engineering Materials and Evaluation, the team brings together multidisciplinary expertise within a well-structured and highly competitive research group.
The team is composed of highly motivated students from a wide range of technical disciplines, including mechanical engineering, electronics, electrical engineering, computer science, naval architecture, and design. Each speciality contributes a distinct perspective, allowing the team to handle every stage of the boat’s development in-house, from hull and naval architecture to propulsion, control electronics and visual identity. This multidisciplinary structure enables a comprehensive and integrated approach to complex engineering challenges, combining technical performance, functionality, and a strong visual identity. Throughout the project, the team operates with the continuous support of experienced mentors from the respective fields, who provide technical guidance, ensure adherence to professional standards, and support the transfer of knowledge from academia to real-world application.
Hainan University competes in the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, 7–11 July 2026 in Port Hercule. Aligned with China’s national strategy to become a maritime power and with the development of the Hainan Free Trade Port, the team is backed by the National Key Laboratory of Tropical Marine Engineering Materials and Evaluation, drawing on multidisciplinary expertise in marine engineering, intelligent equipment and instrumentation. For the Challenge, it brings a hybrid solar-electric boat that pairs lithium batteries with solar photovoltaic power, coordinated by an onboard power management system for optimal energy distribution.
