

Electrifying Marine Vessels with Arc Boat Company
Aug 12, 2025
Mitch Lee, CEO and co-founder of Arc Boat Company, is on a mission to revolutionize marine travel with electric boats. He discusses why electric makes more sense on water than land and explains Arc's unique approach of building complete boats instead of just motors. With insights into charging infrastructure, customizable designs for water sports, and a $100M funding boost, Mitch highlights the shift towards cleaner, high-performance recreational and commercial vessels. He also shares lessons from their flagship models and the advantages over traditional gas-powered boats.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Arc's Mission: Electrify Marine Vessels
- Mitch Lee says ARC builds electric consumer and commercial boats for quieter, cleaner, software-led experiences.
- They replace fumes, noise, and maintenance with a simpler ownership experience.
Electric Wins More Easily On Water
- Mitch Lee compares gas boats to loud gas lawn tools and says electrifying them is a huge leap forward.
- Electric boats enable quiet, reliable experiences and create a platform for software improvements.
Massive Onboard Batteries Are Core IP
- ARC builds in-house battery packs of hundreds of kilowatt-hours to meet water's high power demands.
- They vertically integrate batteries into the hull to manage weight, volume, and cost effectiveness.