Operating a commercial fishing vessel in the northern reaches of the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of New England is a demanding and taxing job. Headquartered in one of the busiest commercial fishing ports in the United States – New Bedford, Massachusetts – Imtra is intimately familiar with the unique conditions and challenges that commercial fishermen face, and we offer solutions and equipment to make their time on the water safer and more comfortable.  

One of the most common questions about DC electric bow & stern thrusters is how long they can run continuously before overheating, and the answer is dependent on several factors. This article details what those factors are as they relate specifically to Sleipner (Side-Power) thrusters. 

For many boat owners in seasonal climates, hauling the boat in the fall for winter storage is an annual routine. While it’s often tempting to get the boat hauled and put away, out of sight and out of mind; a little maintenance in the fall can go a long way towards avoiding headaches and delays when it’s time to launch in the spring. The product experts at Imtra have put together a guide to fall maintenance to help you keep all the systems on your boat functioning properly and efficiently.

An overview of all the systems Imtra provides for commercial vessels

Imtra is proud to support the offshore wind energy industry by outfitting crew transfer vessels with the equipment they need to keep the crew safe and comfortable.

Side-Power is going back to their roots and rebranding as Sleipner as they continue to expand their product offering beyond just bow and stern thrusters.

Three major brands, Side-Power, Vetus and Lewmar have dominated the bow and stern thruster market for years, but what's are the differences among the brands? This article takes a deep dive into the three brands and where they differ from one another

Using a Victron DC-DC charger to use both 12-Volt and 24-Volt power on your boat.

We spoke with Josh Slayton of Scout Boats to discuss why they have equipped their larger LXF models with Side-Power proportional control bow and, more recently, stern thrusters.

Discover the best thruster for your boat, and learn more about the different types of bow thrusters by Imtra expert Peter Nolet.