Electric propulsion · Crew training included
Autonomous boat hire in Australia & New Zealand
Short hires for resorts, family beach days, and pilot programmes that need documented inductions without buying hardware outright.
Why hire before you buy
Autonomous boat hire lets you test passenger flows, charging windows, and beach launching routines before capital spend. We bring the inflatable electric package to your waterbody, walk your team through pre-start checks, and leave you with laminated quick-reference cards that match Australian workplace expectations for briefing casual staff.
Every hire includes personal flotation devices sized to your manifest, a VHF handheld programmed to local marine channels, and a maintenance log so insurers can see who completed each inspection. If your council or resort already runs Work Health and Safety reviews, we attach the induction checklist we used on site so your safety officer can file it without chasing extra paperwork.
What is involved
We start with a phone planning session covering tide windows, available single-phase power, and the number of qualified skippers on your roster. Our technicians then freight the craft, assemble collars and sensor masts, and run a dockside commissioning checklist that records battery state-of-health readings.
During the hire window we remain on call for firmware tweaks, spare propellers, and weather holds. At pack-down we supervise wash-down, inspect wear patches, and sign the logbook so your facilities manager has a clear record for the next audit.
What to expect on delivery day
Expect a three-hour morning block: first hour for unloading and layout, second hour for supervised operator runs inside your designated swim zone, third hour for guest briefing drills. We capture photos of fender placement and anchor bridle angles so your team can repeat the setup without us on site.
If swell forecasts change, we reschedule rather than rushing a launch— autonomous modes still require human judgement under Australian maritime rules, and we refuse launches that push your liability past what your insurer has approved.
Three hire benefits
Predictable fuel spend
Electric charging costs stay on your utilities bill with transparent per-session estimates—no surprise petrol vouchers.
Trailer-free beach access
Pack-down volumes suit standard ute trays, keeping regional beach launches practical where concrete ramps are tight.
Upgrade pathway
Hire credits can roll toward purchase when you are ready to own the hull outright—ask us how the paperwork transfers.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a special licence to run an autonomous inflatable in WA?
Recreational skippers still follow Department of Transport Western Australia rules for recreational skipper's tickets when controlling any powered vessel, including assisted autonomy modes. We explain which functions remain manual so your crew knows when a licenced operator must stand by the helm.
How do you prove electrical safety for charging on a jetty?
We inspect your shore supply against AS/NZS 3000 expectations for portable leads, RCD coverage, and ingress protection before plugging in. If your jetty wiring is unknown, we bring a compliant isolation transformer and label everything with test dates for your electrician to review.
Can councils hire autonomous craft for public event trials?
Yes—many shires run short trials during summer programmes. We align with your event risk register, supply marshalling radios, and document daily battery inspections so your public liability insurer receives evidence in Australian English without extra translation.