News Room
June 2, 2025
Eddies Finalists Announced
We’re honored to be named finalists in the 2025 Eddies Awards, a program led by the Massachusetts Innovation Network that recognizes bold, early-stage innovators in energy, mobility, and climate tech. This recognition affirms our commitment to pushing the boundaries of sustainable personal watercraft.
Read the full announcement here.
February 27, 2025
Accepted to BX5 Accelerator
We’ve been selected to join BX5, the Blue Institute’s accelerator program for startups advancing ocean and climate tech. This 12-week, equity-free program offers expert mentorship and strategic support—an exciting opportunity as we continue scaling our vision for clean, high-performance personal watercraft.
Learn more about the program here.
February 25, 2025
eSki at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2025
On Day 2 of 3DEXPERIENCE World 2025, we took the main stage to share our vision for the future of sustainable personal watercraft. It was an incredible opportunity to highlight our journey and the innovative design tools powering our development.
Watch the full session here.
March 13, 2025
MassCEC Awards Grant to eSki
The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) has awarded over $5 million in funding to support 28 climate tech companies across the state, and we’re proud to be one of them. eSki received a Catalyst/DICES grant to accelerate the development of our PWCs, marking a key step forward in our mission to transform marine mobility.
Read more in the official announcement here.
April 2024
eSki Featured in The Engineer
We’re excited to be featured in the April 2024 edition of The Engineer (UK), with a full spread from pages 34 to 37. The article highlights our innovative approach to sustainable personal watercraft and the tech powering our progress.
Read the feature here.
February 26, 2024
eSki Featured in Japanese Media
During 3DEXPERIENCE World 2024, eSki was interviewed by several Japanese media outlets, and we’re excited to share that one of those features has just been published. It’s a great look at our vision and the global interest in sustainable marine mobility.
Read the article here.
April 2024
Boston’s Startups to Watch
eSki was named one of BostInno’s 24 Startups to Watch in 2024. We’re in great company and grateful for the spotlight on our work in clean marine mobility.
Read the full list here.
February 11, 2024
eSki at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2025
At 3DEXPERIENCE World 2024 in Dallas, founder CEO Jack Duffy-Protentis spoke about building eSki from early prototypes to real-world pilots, all powered by SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE tools. The talk drew attention to how design technology is accelerating sustainable innovation in marine recreation.
Learn more here.
February 9, 2024
eSki Wins Berkshire Sustainability Challenge
eSki has been awarded the $40,000 innovation grant from the 2024 Berkshire Sustainability Challenge, hosted by Lever and supported by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center. This recognition underscores our commitment to developing scalable clean energy solutions in marine mobility.
Learn more about the challenge here.
January 23, 2024
eSki Profiled in Massachusetts Founders Network
The Massachusetts Founders Network published a feature on eSki founder Jack Duffy-Protentis, highlighting his journey from restoring a vintage Mustang at age 10 to developing electric personal watercraft. The article explores how eSki’s clean, quiet technology is poised to transform marine recreation.
Read the full article here.
November 9, 2023
Honored at MassEcon’s Welcome Reception
eSki was recognized as one of 12 new companies investing in Massachusetts at MassEcon’s 2023 Corporate Welcome Reception at the Seaport Science Center. The event, featuring remarks from Secretary of Economic Development Yvonne Hao, celebrated businesses contributing to the state’s innovation economy.
Read more about the event here.
September 25, 2023
Accepted to BIC’s Stage 2 Accelerator
We’re joining the Berkshire Innovation Center’s 35-week accelerator to advance our path toward scalable manufacturing. The program includes access to prototyping labs, expert mentors, and the BIC Manufacturing Academy, built in partnership with MIT.
Learn more here.
July 27, 2023
Prototype Launch on Lake Quinsigamond
Founder Jack Duffy-Protentis and the eSki team tested their electric personal watercraft prototype on Lake Quinsigamond. The event drew attention from local media and officials, including Senator Mike Moore, Congressman Jim McGovern, and Worcester Mayor Joe Petty.
Read the full story here.
June 14, 2023
eSki Joins MassChallenge 2023
We’ve been selected for the 2023 MassChallenge U.S. Early Stage Accelerator, joining 185 other startups in a global, equity-free program. We’re excited to scale our impact with support from mentors, LEANSTACK training, and partners like IBM and BAE Systems.
Meet the cohort here.
October 9, 2022
eSki at the Annapolis Sailboat Show
We’re exhibiting at the United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis, Maryland. Visit our booth at City Dock to meet the team and see the latest on our electric personal watercraft.
Learn more about the event here.
September 15, 2022
eSki at the Newport International Boat Show
We showcased our 1:5 scale prototype and offered a first look at our internal systems at the 51st Annual Newport International Boat Show in Rhode Island. It was a great opportunity to connect with the boating community and share our vision for sustainable personal watercraft.
Learn more about the event here.
July 2022
eSki Featured in Pro Rider Magazine
We’re proud to be featured in the July/August 2022 issue of Pro Rider Watercraft Magazine. The article highlights our founder Jack Duffy-Protentis’s journey and showcases innovations like our patent-pending reactive LED taillights and 20 kWh battery system.
Read the full article on page 17 here.
March 23, 2022
Jack Featured by the Carroll Center
Our CEO spoke with the Carroll Center for the Blind about living with Stargardt Disease and how their training helped him gain the confidence and skills to navigate a sighted world—insight that continues to shape his leadership at eSki.
Watch the video here.
February 16, 2022
eSki at the Miami International Boat Show
We showcased our concept model at the 2022 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, held at Herald Plaza in Downtown Miami. It was an exciting opportunity to connect with the boating community and share our vision for sustainable personal watercraft.
Learn more about the event here.