Introduction 

In July and August 2008, the world's first and only solar-powered paddlewheel boat made regular, eco-friendly passengers trips on the Caledonian Canal in Scotland.

The trips offered a unique taste of quiet and peaceful, 100 per cent solar-powered travel against a background of attractive Highland scenery. Passengers comments ranged from "Impressive" and "Very enjoyable" to "This is the best boat trip I have ever made!"

This website gives background info about the “New Era” project.

Trips for 2009 are planned on the Beauly Firth. See the section "boat trips" for more information.

Watch the New Era in action on Youtube. Click here.