Thunder Child II

See Thunder Child II in action

When Thunder Child II and the amazing crew, and team, are out attempting to set new records, whilst also raising funds for charitable causes, we try to document as much as possible for both posterity and for interest; there's nothing quite like seeing Thunder Child II, either first hand or via video archive on YouTube/ Vimeo, speeding across the waves in all her glory.
Simply magnificent.

Holding multiple UIM world records, Thunder Child II is continuing to set records and where possible, will link those record attempts to fund raising for various charities.

We Set A World Record

We Set A World Record

Follow the record-breaking journey.

Can we set a world record?

Can we set a world record?

Yes, we can! Setting a world Record travelling from Cork, Ireland to Jersey.

Full On-Board tour

Full On-Board tour

Courtesy of Super Yacht Captain

Moving Thunder Child II

Moving Thunder Child II

How does one move a Thunder Child II?

Building Thunder Child II

Building Thunder Child II

How Thunder Child II was designed and built.

Where are we?

Our Challenges

Merchandise

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The 54 knots team

The 54Knots team are:

Nick

Nick

UIM International Powerboat Driver Licence Holder

Team Principal

Ben

Ben

UIM International Powerboat Driver Licence Holder

Tristan

Tristan

UIM International Powerboat Driver Licence Holder

Max

Max

UIM International Powerboat Driver Licence Holder

Alex

Alex

UIM International Powerboat Crew Licence Holder

Jo

Jo

Team Financial Controller

Ali

Ali

Team secretary and event co-ordinator

Fuel Cells

New Year New Challenges!

The 54 knots team is working with AMPS Ltd to explore, innovate and develop seawater based fuel cell technologies. On board Thunder Child II we have a cabin dedicated as a fuel cell laboratory where latest innovations and developments are tested. Saltwater Fuel cells produce electricity. Our mission is to generate enough power to charge the electric engine on our tender, replacing the existing petrol unit, using just salt water based fuel cells. The applications that spin from realising that objective are substantial. For more information visit amps.je

Merchandise

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if we see you in port wearing Thunder Child II merchandise you will get an invite on board, and a gift of an exclusive signed photo of Thunder Child II

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