Riviera announced a new collaboration with Praxis that allows the company to integrate advanced nano-composite solar technology directly into the construction of its fleet, producing a seamless engineered solar solution that reduces generator dependency and modernizes onboard energy management.
The new Praxis solar system is a 2mm-thin nano-composite solar skin bonded directly into the yacht’s hard top during the moulding stage of construction, following the curvature of each model’s hardtop, maximizing usable space without compromising aesthetics and resulting in approximately 120% more power output from only around 90% additional surface coverage compared to conventional marine solar installations.
“Solar integration had to meet the same structural and aesthetic standards as the yacht itself,” says Dan Henderson, design and engineering director at Riviera Australia. “It was essential that this innovation enhance, rather than interrupt, the Riviera design language.”
This new solar solution feeds directly into the house battery bank, supporting critical onboard equipment and allowing for fewer generator hours, reduced diesel consumption, lower operational costs and a more peaceful onboard experience.
“When two innovation-driven industry leaders come together, the goal isn’t to follow the standard — it’s to redefine it. Riviera and Praxis have combined expertise to expand the art of the possible, seamlessly integrating silent luxury into the marine environment and setting a new benchmark for solar innovation,” adds Katie Donaldson, founder and executive director of Praxis.
To learn more, visit rivieraaustralia.com.
