About ORCA
About ORCA Marine
The World’s First All-in-One Eco-Solutions for the Marine Industry
At ORCA Marine USA, we believe the future of the marine industry is rooted in sustainability, innovation, and impact. From leisure yachts to working vessels, the ocean connects us all—and it’s our responsibility to protect it.
Headquartered on the coast of Maine, a state known for its strong environmental leadership and innovative spirit, ORCA Marine USA is proud to offer the most advanced suite of sustainable marine solutions in the world. We serve as the exclusive North American distributor for Hy.G Motors, and U.S. sales and support partner for Finsulate®, Suricle™, and ShipCare Pro.
Our Mission
To lead the marine industry into a new era—where performance meets planet-friendly design. Our mission is simple yet powerful:
Deliver the highest-quality sustainable marine products for both commercial and leisure vessels, while driving global innovation for a cleaner, better world.
Partnerships That Power Change
We've aligned with visionary companies that are transforming the way boats and ships interact with the environment:
- Hy.G Motors – High-performance, ultra-quiet electric propulsion using innovative RIM technology.
- Finsulate® – The award-winning, non-toxic antifouling wrap that protects vessels and marine ecosystems alike.
- Suricle™ – Next-gen antifouling solution offering long-lasting protection without maintenance or pollution.
- ShipCare Pro – Leading biofouling management system, setting the standard in New Zealand, Australia, and California.
- O.R.C.A. Life Club - The O.R.C.A. Life Club offers members privileged access to exclusive sustainable boating products, personalized consultations, community events, and conservation opportunities that turn everyday boating into a force for positive change.
Together, these brands represent the most complete sustainable product line available in the global marine industry.
Who We Are
ORCA Marine USA is proudly woman-owned, led by Sunshine Mechtenberg, a long-time sustainability advocate, ultra-endurance athlete, and innovator in health and eco-living. Sunshine brings unmatched energy to the mission of transforming the marine industry for good.
She is joined by Bernard Hidier, Business Partner and Director of Innovation & Partnerships, whose international business expertise and track record in renewable energy, mobility, and marine tech is helping forge powerful alliances and forward-thinking strategies across North America and Europe.
Together, Sunshine and Bernard bring passion, precision, and purpose to everything ORCA Marine stands for.
Rooted in Maine. Leading the Way.
With a deep connection to the working waterfront, Maine is not just our home—it’s our inspiration. The state is a national leader in climate action, renewable energy, and sustainable development. As a Green Marine Certified company, ORCA Marine is committed to upholding and exceeding the highest environmental standards in the industry.
Our work has been featured in industry news as Finsulate USA gains traction across coastal communities looking to move away from toxic paints. Bernard and Sunshine’s leadership continues to be driven by one core belief:
We owe the ocean our respect—and our best solutions.
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We’re building more than a business—we’re building a community of trailblazers, ocean lovers, and marine leaders who want better for the planet.
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The World’s First All-in-One Eco-Solutions for the Marine Industry