World's largest solar-powered boat takes to the waves

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PlanetSolar boat to begin world tour in April

The largest solar-powered boat in the world was unveiled yesterday ahead of its planned voyages to circumnavigate the globe. The 31 metre by 15 metre boat, dubbed PlanetSolar, will be able to travel...

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