CREDIT: KINETYC
In a move that signals a powerful leap forward for both American manufacturing and clean marine technology, Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS) and its advanced manufacturing arm, Kinetyc, have been named an official contract manufacturing partner for electric boat company Voltaic Marine.
The partnership kicks off immediately, as teams from Kinetyc and Voltaic collaborate to complete a critical early production model. Full-scale commercial production is scheduled to launch in 2026, positioning this alliance at the forefront of the rapidly growing electric marine sector.
“This is more than a manufacturing contract, it’s a shared mission to electrify the future of maritime,” says Bruce Smith, chairman and CEO, Detroit Manufacturing Systems. “Voltaic brings game-changing marine innovation, and we bring the manufacturing muscle and precision to bring it to life at scale.”
“Partnering with DMS and Kinetyc is a major milestone for Voltaic,” says Richard Phamdo, founder and CEO of Voltaic Marine. “Their manufacturing strength and shared focus on quality and innovation put us in a strong position to scale with purpose. This is how we move the marine industry forward.”
Founded in 2023, Voltaic Marine, Inc. has emerged as a disruptive force in the boating world, creating aluminum-hulled electric boats built for power, capability, and all-day range. Its flagship model, the AEW24, features a 570hp motor and 300kWh battery.
DMS, a Detroit-based Tier-1 supplier, produces millions of parts annually and is widely respected for its quality systems, workforce development, and impact-driven approach to manufacturing. The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and employs more than 1,700 team members dedicated to excellence and community impact. Kinetyc, its advanced production division located in Wixom, Michigan, is built for agility, offering cutting-edge capabilities such as HP Jet Fusion 3D printing, Kern OptiFlex laser cutting, and in-house engineering across a 100,000ft2 facility.
With a strong foundation in automotive and industrial manufacturing, DMS and Kinetyc are now bringing their expertise to the water, partnering with Voltaic to scale electric boating production in the U.S.
The partnership was officially unveiled at the Mobility Innovation Showcase and Open House on June 12 at Kinetyc’s Wixom headquarters, where guests were able to get a first look at the collaboration’s impact on sustainable recreation and American innovation.