Otilia Drăgan
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A master’s in International Relations, as well as working in online media for more than five years, have given her a deeper perspective on how people everywhere can inspire each other.
Homes on wheels, aircraft or boats, these fresh, sometimes quirky, ideas from all over the world are worth sharing.
The Incredible H2e Bowrider Sports the World’s Most Powerful Electric Powertrain
19 Jan 2023, 06:22 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The H2e Bowrider may not be the only electric boat around, but it’s one of the few that are not simple concepts and that are truly worth considering. Gearing up for its official debut in the U.S. in February, this exciting day boat brings the...
Princess Yachts to Unveil Its Latest Luxury Creation This Weekend
19 Jan 2023, 05:18 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The latest addition to the popular S Class series is about to make its global debut at the end of this week. This isn’t a famous luxury car, but a luxury yacht from a respectable British brand. With its stylish silhouette and elegant interior...
Milan to Launch Pioneering Flying Taxi Service for the 2026 Winter Olympics
19 Jan 2023, 04:13 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Milan will host the Winter Olympic Games in 2026, but that won’t be the only exciting event happening then. At the same, a new air taxi service is set to be launched. It’s supposed to debut specifically for the Winter Olympics, but will...
The New Weekend Adventure Companion Arksen 30 Comes to boot Dusseldorf
19 Jan 2023, 03:18 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you thought that only large superyachts can fit the needs of watersport enthusiasts who are eager to explore, you need to take a look at the new Arksen 30. Granted, it’s not meant for extensive cruises, but for weekend rides. However, thos...
Taiwan’s Luxury Airline Reveals a Glamorous Launch for Its First Airbus A350
19 Jan 2023, 02:21 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Born only a few years ago, and propelled by a dramatic story that was highly publicized, the Starlux airline keeps fighting for the title of “Taiwan’s first luxury boutique airline,” despite setbacks. Its most recent milestone is ...
Robotic Wing Tested by Swedish Scientists to Help Develop Flapping Drones
18 Jan 2023, 07:12 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / As we’re starting to get used to the idea of unmanned drones dropping deliveries on a regular basis, scientists are already working on changing them. How about watching a drone flap its wings on its way to your doorstep? Far from “robot...
Cruise Ships Docking in the Ports of Stockholm to Use Onshore Power Connections
18 Jan 2023, 06:17 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Before shipping and maritime transportation vessels are able to start operating at the same capacity with zero emissions, they can at least cut the CO2 volume while they’re docked in ports all over the world. More and more ports are implement...
Brooklyn Startup Successfully Tests a Pioneering Ammonia-Powered Semi-Truck
18 Jan 2023, 05:24 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Trucking is still one of the most difficult transportation sectors to decarbonize, due to the significant challenges of delivering heavy cargo over extensive routes. Both battery- and hydrogen-based alternatives have their shortcomings, despite the...
U.S.-Made All-Electric Aircraft Alice to Kick Off Sustainable Flights in Mexico
18 Jan 2023, 04:23 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / It’s not an eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) but it claims to be the best answer for low-cost, zero-emission commutes. Eviation Aircraft’s Alice will start operating in Mexico, where it can prove to be really helpful, by c...
Canadian Spaceplane Maker Suggests It Might Achieve a Successful Launch from UK Soil
18 Jan 2023, 03:26 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Even though the recent failure of the Virgin Orbit space launch was a huge disappointment for many, the dream of regular, successful launches from UK soil lives on. However, with the space launch industry expanding so rapidly, it’s hard to pr...
This New RV With an EV Garage Makes Off-Grid Living Luxurious
18 Jan 2023, 02:27 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / A new year means that interesting camping novelties are already starting to grab our attention. The 2023 Tampa RV Supershow in Florida is currently underway. If you happen to drop by before January 21, you’ll probably want to check out this n...
An Indian Riverboat Has Set Off on the World’s Longest Luxury River Cruise
17 Jan 2023, 06:34 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / While the cruising industry in the Western world is focusing on solutions for minimizing emissions and even greater onboard entertainment options, other parts of the world are slowly expanding their specific cruising opportunities. The world’...
A Material Used for Satellites Gives This New $240K Hublot Its Exceptional Look
17 Jan 2023, 05:27 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot never fails to live up to its reputation. The new Turbillon Automatic Yellow Neon Saxem in the Big Bang line is literally dazzling – its translucent look in a neon shade of yellow must be the ultimate attention-...
New Bavaria SR33 to Make Its Debut at the Dusseldorf International Boat Show
17 Jan 2023, 04:26 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Are you ready for this year’s exciting new launches in the boating industry? Yacht lovers are already looking forward to the prestigious Cannes and Monaco shows, but until then, there’s no shortage of great events that showcase the best...
Japan’s First Eco-Friendly Ferry Enters Service
17 Jan 2023, 03:17 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / In parts of the world where ferries are typical means of transportation for both passengers and freight, it’s easy to see why greater efforts were made to make them greener. Scandinavian countries are at the forefront, with multiple projects ...
Decade-Old Research Explorer Yacht Finds New Owner
17 Jan 2023, 02:26 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / At first glance, this rather small boat seems to have nothing in common with today’s giant, rugged explorer superyachts. However, it sports serious capabilities, in addition to a scientific DNA. One of the greatest benefits of contemporary...
RAF Junior Pilots Fly the Almighty Atlas Into Norway for the First Time
16 Jan 2023, 06:55 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Almost a decade old, the Atlas C.1 A440M operated by UK’s Royal Air Force (RAF) is used with challenging missions that require it to reach far away and deliver precious cargo. This time, the giant aircraft allowed a few young pilots to take o...
Fresh Workforce Needed for the Booming Drone Industry
16 Jan 2023, 06:01 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / You can guess what Skyports does, by its suggestive name – this is one of the largest vertiports developers, with contracts in literally all parts of the world. But one of its latest initiatives has more to do with people than with aircraft. ...
The Newest Seiko Prospex Is Inspired by Underwater Archaeology and Also Supports It
16 Jan 2023, 05:09 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / No yachting or boating enthusiast can set off on their water adventures without a high-performance diver’s watch on their wrist. Seiko wrote history with Japan’s first-ever diver’s watch, and now it raises the bar once again, with...
The DisruptiveLab Flying Laboratory Nails Its First Green Flight
16 Jan 2023, 04:13 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Airbus is proving to be relentless in its pursuit of eco-friendly innovations – in the air, at sea, onboard airplanes, helicopters, and ships. Like other major players in the industry, it doesn’t limit its research to one potential aven...