# Solar-Powered Lifesaving Equipment (UPDATE) The ASAP Lifeguard Watercraft Saves With an Eco Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-08-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asap-lifeguard-watercraft References: [damngeeky](http://www.damngeeky.com/2013/08/08/13198/asap-lifeguard-watercraft-soaks-up-suns-energy-to-save-lives.html) & [asapwatercrafts](http://www.asapwatercrafts.com) When there's trouble out in the water, time is of the essence and the ASAP Lifeguard Watercraft created by Ross Kemp can help to make getting to a troubled swimmer fast and efficient. The ergonomic design of the ASAP Lifeguard Watercraft is specifically fashioned to move through the water with ease whether the [built-in propeller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/propel-kit) is or isn't in use. Looking to work with [waterfront officials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-safety-initiative) to get [solar charging stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike) on shores across the UK, Kemp's ASAP Lifeguard Watercraft can reach speeds of up to 15mph, which is far faster and more efficient than many other methods. The newly updated design is capable of towing riders to the shore with ease and could easily become the new standard of equipment for lifeguards worldwide. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Lifesaving Equipment:** There is an opportunity for companies to develop and market eco-friendly lifesaving equipment that uses renewable energy sources such as solar power. - **Efficient Water Rescue Techniques:** There is an opportunity for companies to innovate and create more efficient water rescue techniques, such as the ASAP Lifeguard Watercraft. - **Smart Water Safety Systems:** There is an opportunity for companies to develop smart water safety systems that can quickly and accurately detect emergencies and minimize response times. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Marine Rescue Equipment:** Companies in the marine rescue equipment industry can develop and market sustainable and eco-friendly equipment such as the ASAP Lifeguard Watercraft. - **Renewable Energy:** Companies in the renewable energy industry can work with marine equipment manufacturers to develop and install solar-powered charging stations for watercraft. - **Technology and Innovation:** Companies in the technology and innovation industry can develop smart water safety systems that use sensors and predictive analytics to reduce response times and improve rescue outcomes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Propelling Controlled Buoys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usafe.md) - [Solar Panel-Covered Boat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-porrima-concept-boat.md) - [Automated Search Rescue Crafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zelim-guardian.md) - [Motorcycle-Inspired Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/searider-searacer.md) - [Wondrously Versatile Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-watercraft.md) - [Emissions-Free Electric Leisure Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-elcat-solar-electric-boat.md) - [Solar-Powered Private Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen50.md) - [Flatpack Oceanic Lifeboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-and-rescue-lifeboat.md) - [Personal Aquatic Scooter Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-scooter-concept.md)