Sleipner's eVision E-Series thrusters redefine docking performance with a purpose-built brushless 6-phase motor, industry-leading runtime, and standard proportional speed control. The result is smoother, quieter, and more precise maneuvering, along with seamless joystick integration that reduces operator workload and delivers exceptional control in challenging docking conditions.

Sacrificial anodes protect a boat’s underwater metals by corroding in place of critical components. While zinc has long been the standard, aluminum anodes are increasingly preferred due to their longer lifespan, lighter weight, and effectiveness across salt, brackish, and freshwater. They also offer environmental benefits by eliminating toxic elements like cadmium.

For years, Imtra supplied the Brunswick Boat Group with Side-Power (now Sleipner) bow & stern thrusters for their line of Meridian Yachts models 341 through 459. While Brunswick has since discontinued manufacturing Meridians, there are hundreds of them still in operation with thruster systems that could be overdue for an upgrade. Learn what upgrades are available.

There are many potential reasons for a bow or stern thruster not functioning properly, and many components of any thruster system that need to be checked to diagnose the specific cause of a failure. Before contacting a service technician to troubleshoot any issues with your bow or stern thruster, check these four common causes of thruster issues.