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The owners of a new electric hybrid catamaran conduct sea trials in the Taiwan Strait to commission the vessel and test its sail inventory.11:28 The crew, including a commissioning captain and sailmakers from Doyle, evaluates the performance of the main, Solent, and a new Reacher sail.15:02 During testing, the boat reaches speeds of nearly 10 knots in 15 to 17 knots of wind.20:15 The electric propulsion system provides regenerative power, generating approximately 1 kilowatt of electricity while under sail.19:40 Navigating the area requires constant maneuvering to avoid dense fields of fishing buoys and oyster farm markers.18:03 The crew also performs a detailed inspection of the boat’s interior and exterior, using red tape to mark minor finish issues for the manufacturer to address before final handover.30:32 The commissioning process involves balancing registration and insurance requirements while coordinating with technical specialists to verify all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.13:25

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