How Arc Boat Company Is Redefining Marine Excellence with Siemens Xcelerator

The marine industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. As sustainability becomes a priority, electric propulsion is transitioning from niche novelty to the industry standard, and startups like Arc Boat Company are leading the charge.

Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Los Angeles, Arc is setting a new benchmark by designing, engineering, and manufacturing its electric boats in-house. From battery modules and powertrains to thermal systems and intuitive software, every component is meticulously crafted to deliver performance, reliability, and zero emissions.

What makes their innovation possible? Siemens Xcelerator, the comprehensive software platform that powers Arc’s rapid product development, simulation, and lifecycle management.

The Arc One glides through the water, an electric cruiser born from two years of Siemens Xcelerator-fueled engineering.

Source: www.arcboats.com/arc-one

Designing Smarter, Faster and More Intuitively

Arc’s first model, the Arc One, was designed, built, and delivered in just two years using Siemens NX. This parametric 3D modeling tool allows Arc to accurately tweak hull geometry such as deadrise, chine beam, and keel angle. They can build, test, then refine in rapid cycles.

Simulations are vital for electric vessels, where battery weight and placement dramatically influence performance and stability. Arc uses Siemens Simcenter to optimize center of gravity, lightweight composite structures, manage thermal profiles, and conduct structural and vibration analysis across the vessel.

As the product line scaled to the Arc Sport, Arc adopted Siemens Teamcenter to streamline data management and handle growing complexity, from design files to supply chain logistics.

A detailed view of Arc’s precision-engineered hull, shaped using parametric modeling tools from Siemens NX.

Source: https://newsroom.sw.siemens.com/en-US/siemens-xcelerator-arc-boat-company/

A Growing Fleet for Tomorrow’s Boaters

With Siemens Xcelerator integrated from day one into their development process, Arc has revamped how boats are made. Their lineup now includes:

• Arc One: A luxury cruiser that showcased high-performance electric propulsion, combining speed, range, and advanced onboard systems to set a new benchmark for electric boating.

• Arc Sport: A 500-horsepower, all-electric wakesurf boat delivering thrilling torque and high-speed performance, complete with sleek design and over-the-air software updates.

• Arc Coast: A 24-foot center-console vessel designed for fishing and leisure with spacious layouts and advanced onboard tech, heading into production soon.

• Electric Tug: Arc’s expansion into commercial marine includes retrofitting a 26-foot tug for the Port of Los Angeles, featuring a dual-motor drivetrain capable of handling intensive daily missions.

Arc is also investing in charging infrastructure and opening an R&D facility at the Port of Los Angeles, supporting the region’s ambition to transition to zero-emission maritime operations by 2030.

Why This Matters to Boating Enthusiasts and the Industry

Arc’s integration with Siemens Xcelerator shows how digital tools can completely reimagine boat design and delivery. The result is faster development cycles, smarter engineering, and electric vessels that match or even outperform their gas-powered predecessors.

As resources tighten, regulations evolve, and the public demands cleaner technology, companies like Arc prove that electrification is not only feasible but exciting. Boats that once required weeks to redesign can now be refined in hours. Designs that stressed over weight and balance are achieving precision through simulation. And the growing product line, from leisure to commercial use, signals that electric marine mobility is entering a bold new era.