Oceanplanet Energy, Inc.

11/24/2025

OceanPlanet Energy (OPE) is excited to announce that Solbian has released a totally new programmable version of their All-In-One solar panel and controller - the All-In-One Solution 2.0. Unlike the previous versions 13.8v single stage charging, the AIO 2.0 allows the installer or consumer to easily monitor the output and select from a variety of charge parameters and voltages using a unique Wi-Fi signal emitted by the controller. These new panels are perfect for outboard boats, RV’s, van’s, kayaks, and vessels that want something to keep their bilge pumps running.

Between now and 12/15/25 receive $50 off your Solbian All-In-One 2.0 solar panel! Contact OceanPlanet Energy for details.

10/05/2025

We arrived in Tampa FL last night, for the IBEX marine trade show this coming week. We've entered the new UPI alternators by American Power Systems, Inc (APS) in the IBEX Innovation Awards. Meeting with the judges this morning....

We will be in booth 1-116 along with Nigel Calder and Boat How-To. Swing by if you're at the show this week, which is officially open Tues/Wednes/Thurs.

If you build, design, service, or sell boats or marine products, IBEX is your must-attend marine industry event.

09/05/2025

Check out the new UPI series alternators from OPE partners American Power Systems, Inc. These new alternators are amazing:

American Power Systems new UPI series alternators are a development of their industry leading HPI series. The increased charging capability at lower engine ...

08/29/2025

Next seminar by Nigel Calder, coming up in October! Don't miss it. See you there.

Not long before Nigel's next 2-day electrical seminar, hosted by OceanPlanet Energy at Portland Maine's Hyatt. If you haven't done Nigel's seminar before, d...

02/27/2024

Nostalgic flashback...if you haven't seen it be for (or even if you have) here's a longer version of the Ocean Planet Vendee Globe video, created by cinematographer Rob Draper:

Documents Bruce Schwab's epic race on Ocean Planet covering 25,000 miles in a solo unassisted circumnavigation of the world. Bruce covered the distance in 10...

02/21/2024

Nice shot from one of our clients; 5.75kW (108A x 53+V) from an APS HPI 130A x 48V alternator, mounted in the stock alternator position on his engine. These little HPI units are amazing!

02/02/2024

A reminder that I'll be at the Seattle Boat Show tomorrow (Saturday) at the Northwest Rigging Booth. And...I WILL be playing guitar towards the end of the day, jamming with saxophonist extraordinaire Keith Stone of Anacortes (who also happens to be a rigger). We won't be "unplugged"...guitar will be amped, to keep up with Keith! He's really good, you should hear us play.

See you there?

01/29/2024

We're getting a good number of sign-ups for Nigel Calder's seminars in Portland, ME in April and also October! If you want to sign up for April, you shouldn't wait...might fill up.

Seminars with Nigel Calder A Deep Dive into Boat Electrical Systems Seminar Dates   April 17th & 18th, 2024 October 29th & 30th, 2024 at the Hyatt Place Portland- Old Port, Maine Topics Covered Key design criteria for DC & AC Systems Maintaining battery health New transformative technologies sizing...

12/29/2023

To all of my sailing friends...something you might be interested in...upcoming seminars in 2024 with our esteemed partner, Nigel Calder:

Seminars with Nigel Calder A Deep Dive into Boat Electrical Systems Seminar Dates   April 17th & 18th, 2024 October 29th & 30th, 2024 at the Hyatt Place Portland- Old Port, Maine Topics Covered Key design criteria for DC & AC Systems Maintaining battery health New transformative technologies sizing...

05/04/2023

For those of you who wonder where OPE founder Bruce Schwab earned most of his sailing experience...the many stories of his Ocean Planet sailing adventures are now back online, at https://oceanplanet.org/ The beginning of the dream, through the building of Ocean Planet, the endless quest to raise support, through the 2002-2003 Around Alone race, and finally the 2004-2005 Vendee Globe (nonstop, solo, around the world). It's quite a tale...enjoy.

The story of the first american to officially finish the Vendée Globe - solo non-stop around the world  Learn More.

01/04/2023

‎Show SHIPSHAPE, Ep BOUNDLESS ENERGY: American sailor and Ocean racer, Bruce Schwab on powering our future - Sep 5, 2022

01/03/2023

Great video by our Guru Nigel Calder, with many great stories from his extensive cruising experiences! https://youtu.be/AC8DYxQ5fnI
If you haven't already, check out the courses from Nigel & partners on Boat How-To: https://boathowto.com/ =OceanPlanetEnergy

BoatHowTo - Expert knowledge on Boat Electrics & Mechanics: Nigel Calder, Michael Herrmann & Jan Athenstädt teach you how to do things right