As the maritime industry steers toward a more sustainable and efficient future, the fifth edition of the “Get Set for Workboat 2050” session at Seawork 2025 offered a deep dive into the propulsion solutions shaping tomorrow’s workboat sector.

Moderated by Kerrie Forster, CEO of the National Workboat Association, and Andy Page, managing director of Chartwell Marine, the session unpacked the pros and cons of four key propeller systems, spotlighting innovation, efficiency and practical experience from industry leaders.