Impact - Yuniboat

Our first measurement indicator

The ton of new waste avoided

Indicator of new waste tons avoided by Yuniboat

Avec le soutien de l'ADEME et à la collaboration de David VAILLANT, consultant carbone & éco-conception, nous avons travaillé pour définir et mesurer des indicateurs pertinents pour quantifier notre impact écologique. Nous avons décidé de communiquer sur un premier indicateur facile à mesurer : « La tonne de nouveaux déchets évités ». Ce chiffre est un cumul mesuré depuis la création de l'entreprise en novembre 2021. Il additionne le poids des bateaux qui ne sont pas partis à la destruction plus le poids des matériels réemployés durant notre process d'éco-reconditionnement.

Extend the lifespan of boats

A simple obviousness and a huge park!

There are over 1.2 million boats in France (second worldwide), with an average lifespan of 40 years. During this period, the usage time is barely one year (2.5% of its lifespan!). Currently, we do not know how to reuse profitably the fiber from which these ships are made. At the end of their lives, they are dismantled into pieces, then buried or burned.

Eco-circular reconditioning of boats by Yuniboat

To sail towards a sustainable future

Refurbishing our boats within an eco-circular logic

Eco-circular reconditioning process Yuniboat

At Yuniboat, we are pioneers in boat refurbishing following an eco-circular approach. Our mission is to extend the lifespan of boats, thereby reducing waste and the carbon footprint of the nautical industry. We offer an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative for buying your boat, while ensuring the quality and safety of our vessels. All our eco-refurbished boats are guaranteed.

See our boats

Not limited to ecological transition

The RUPTUR label

Yuniboat applied in 2023 for the Ruptur label, joining a community committed to sustainable economy. This association promotes zero waste, inspiration from nature, and value creation, aligning with Yuniboat's mission in sustainable sailing. By integrating into this diverse network of several hundred members, Yuniboat benefits from an ecosystem conducive to innovation and collaboration. The Ruptur label offers Yuniboat an opportunity to strengthen its credibility, access valuable resources, and contribute to transforming the nautical industry toward a more responsible future.

The Ruptur association bases its actions on 9 inseparable foundations that take into account environmental and socio-economic challenges. This holistic approach allows Yuniboat to adopt a comprehensive sustainable development strategy, going beyond mere technological innovation.

The 9 foundations of RUPTUR are:

Positive and ongoing impact on the environment and society
Creation of a creative economy
Development of an Environmental Economy
Promotion of an inclusive economy
Cooperation between the public, private sector, and the population
Nature-inspired innovation for creating new business models
Respect and understanding of living beings
Intergenerational transmission
Local and tangible action

Sustainable Development Goals

Yuniboat is committed to 5 fundamental objectives

The UNITED NATIONS has defined 17 goals to save the world. The Sustainable Development Goals provide the roadmap to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. They address the global challenges we face, including those related to poverty, inequality, climate, environmental degradation, prosperity, peace, and justice. The goals are interconnected, and to leave no one behind, it is important to achieve each of them, and each of their targets, by 2030.

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

Access to decent jobs

Yuniboat creates skilled and sustainable jobs locally, boosting the regional economy while training the talents of tomorrow in marine refurbishment trades.

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

With its industrial site development project, Yuniboat is building an innovative sector dedicated to industrial boat refurbishment.

Responsible consumption and production

Yuniboat extends the lifespan of boats through reconditioning within an eco-circular approach, thereby reducing nautical waste and the use of new natural resources.

Fight against climate change

By integrating technologies with positive impact (electric engines and biofuels, etc...), Yuniboat actively contributes to reducing CO₂ emissions in the nautical sector.

SDG 14 - Life Below Water and Ocean Conservation

Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development

By offering more eco-friendly innovations for boats, it reduces marine pollution, limiting emissions and toxic materials into the oceans.

Le Coq VERT

With BPI and ADEME

The first label we obtained is the Green Rooster. Created by the French government, it recognizes companies committed to sustainability. To achieve this, a company must conduct a self-assessment, develop an action plan, undergo an external audit, be approved by a committee, engage in continuous improvement, and communicate transparently. Yuniboat, by obtaining this label, enhances its credibility, gains a competitive advantage, innovates, demonstrates its social responsibility, and can access grants, while also making a positive contribution to the environment.

Yuniboat is also RED COQ (French Tech) and BLUE COQ (French FAB).

Co-designed by 30 engaged business networks including the Impact France Movement, the Impact Score enables any company or organization to assess its social and ecological impact from all angles. The Impact Score is built on 3 essential pillars for transformation:

Limitations of negative impacts
Sharing power and value
Positive impact strategy

To go further

Environmental Impact of Yuniboat

Waste reduction: By reconditioning boats, we reduce the amount of waste associated with the destruction of old vessels. Instead of being shredded, buried, or burned, boats are restored.
Circular economy: We prioritize the reuse of existing materials and resources. This reduces the need to produce new vessels and therefore minimizes the extraction of new raw materials.
Reducing carbon footprint: Refurbishment consumes less energy than new construction, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We optimize propulsion systems by offering electric motors or converted engines to operate on biofuel.
Ocean preservation: By limiting destruction and promoting sustainable practices, we contribute to the protection of marine ecosystems.

Economic Impact of Yuniboat

More affordable boats: Our refurbished boats are offered at prices two to three times lower than an equivalent new boat. This makes boating more accessible to a wider audience.
Mastery and expertise: Yuniboat leverages its technical expertise and specific know-how in refurbishing.
Value of used boats: We give a second life to pre-owned boats, increasing their worth and appeal in the second-hand market.
Economies of scale: Our specialization allows us to optimize refurbishment processes and reduce costs, resulting in more competitive prices.
Local economic development: Yuniboat is an actor in the economy promoting job creation and innovation in the region.

Social Impact of Yuniboat

Support for ecological transition: Yuniboat is committed to ecological transition by giving new life to boats. We contribute to a more responsible nautical industry.
Community building: Highlighting values of sustainability and circular economy, we bring together a community of boating enthusiasts.
Access to boating: Our refurbishment offers allow more people to enjoy the pleasures of sailing.
Openness to new uses: We promote sharing and boat rental, thus responding to new consumption trends.
Training and Recruitment: Yuniboat positions itself as a school-company, offering training in sustainable yachting.

Innovation and Technology

Integration of modern technologies: We integrate modern navigation equipment (GPS, plotters, sounders) and more efficient, fuel-saving propulsion systems.
Adaptation to biofuels: We modify engines to enable them to run on biofuels, thereby reducing their environmental impact.
Electric motors: We offer electric motors as replacements for diesel engines for cleaner sailing.
Solution search: We are constantly looking for innovative solutions to improve the environmental impact of our boats and our activity.

Our Commitments

Transparency: We clearly communicate our reconditioning process and the origin of our boats.
Warranty: All our boats are guaranteed to validate the safety and reliability of our vessels.
Customization: We offer the possibility to customize the boat's aesthetics and equipment to meet our clients' expectations.
Additional services: We offer maintenance and after-sales support services to accompany our clients over time.

Yuniboat is much more than just a shipyard. We are a committed player in the ecological transition of the nautical industry, offering sustainable, economical, and innovative solutions for responsible navigation. By choosing Yuniboat, you are making a choice for a greener future for leisure boating.

The positive impact of Yuniboat