# Electric Open-Top Submersibles Ortega's MK1C Can Take Occupants Underwater Despite an Open Top By Joey Haar | Published 2016-10-27 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mk1c References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2016/10/27/ortega-electric-open-top-submarine-divers-mk1c-submersible-design-technology-dutch-design-week-2016/) & [ortega-submersibles](http://www.ortega-submersibles.com/mk-1c/) Ortega, a Dutch design and technology company, has created the MK1C, a [personal electric submersible](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-boat-model) for professionals in marine industries. Specifically, the versatile watercraft is ideal for marine biologists, underwater archaeologists, and special forces units. According to Ortega, the small, kayak-shaped submarine is the [fastest underwater vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sublue-vapor) in the world. Beyond raw speed, the vehicle is also perfectly designed to help its operators with niche tasks. Part of that design convenience comes from the MK1C's open top. Just like a kayak, operators are exposed when riding in the vehicle. As such, they can easily exit and re-enter whenever they need to tend to a task, whether topside or underwater. The MK1C is powered by [four large electric batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-crosswave-waverunner), giving it enough power to transport three divers without sacrificing its relatively high speeds. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Electric Submersibles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing more efficient and sustainable electric propulsion systems for submersibles. - **Underwater Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating advanced technologies and tools for marine biologists, underwater archaeologists, and special forces units to enhance their underwater operations. - **Versatile Watercraft:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing multi-purpose watercraft that can cater to various tasks and operate efficiently both above and below the water surface. ### Who This Affects Most - **Marine Industries:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating electric submersibles into marine industry operations for increased efficiency in tasks such as research, exploration, and surveillance. - **Electric Vehicle Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing electric battery technology and creating specialized electric vehicles for underwater transportation. - **Underwater Research Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing specialized tools and equipment specifically designed to enhance underwater research activities for marine biologists and archaeologists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Luxury Submersibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hightech-submersible.md) - [Supercar-Inspired Submersibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uboat-worx-super-sub.md) - [Personal Aquatic Scooter Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-scooter-concept.md) - [Manta Ray-Inspired Submarines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kronos-armored-submarine.md) - [Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citron-above-and-under.md) - [Carbon Fiber Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seanxt-elite.md) - [Dual-Motor Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sublue-navbow-underwater-scooter.md) - [Intuitive Underwater Scuba Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surando-underwater-scooter.md) - [Arm-Attached Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-scooters.md)