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The 30-person Candela P-12 is the first electric passenger ship with high speed and long range, thanks to underwater wings - hydrofoils. A flight control computer stabilizes the vessel, preventing sea sickness even in rough weather.

World’s First Electric Flying Passenger Ship Takes Off, Enters Production

The world's first electric hydrofoil passenger ship has performed its first flight and is entering serial production in Stockholm. Candela P-12 promises to revolutionize sustainable transport on water by offering faster journeys and lower costs than diesel vessels. In 2024, it will be used to slash commutes in half in Stockholm.

At CES in Las Vegas, Candela will show the production version of Candela C-8, the longest-range electric speedboat.

Electric, foiling daycruiser Candela C-8 debuts at CES

Production Version of Candela C-8 Debuts at CES

The Candela C-8 represents the future of sustainable waterborne travel, achieving maximum efficiency, speed, and range with hydrofoils that allow it to silently fly above the water and waves.
STOCKHOLM, Nov. 10, 2022 – Swedish company Candela will unveil the production version of its revolutionary electric hydrofoil C-8 watercraft at th

The Candela P-12 Shuttle electric ferry will cut travel times from 55 to 25 minutes between Stockholm city and the Ekerö suburb.

First electric flying ferry will make Stockholm’s waterborne public transport faster than cars and subway

The world’s fastest electric ship, the Candela P-12 Shuttle, is set to hit Stockholm’s waters next year, heralding a new era of seaborne transport. The innovative hydrofoiling electric ferry will reduce emissions and slash commuting times – and the city believes it will make waterborne public transport more attractive than trains, buses, and cars.

Candela C-8 is Europe's best-selling electric leisure craft. It uses underwater wings - foils - to attain longer range and higher speed than any electric boat before it.

This flying electric boat will transform Singapore's waterways

Debuting in the APAC Region at the Singapore Yachting Festival, Candela C-8 is the world's first electric hydrofoil boat. It combines exceptional performance with an unprecedented range, offering a glimpse into the future of sustainable waterborne transport in Singapore. Media test flights will be offered.

Candela's foiling vessels are the first electric ships and boats to combine high speed and long range - offering a path to electrify the waterways.

Candela's revolutionary electric flying vessels coming to the APAC region

Tired of traffic jams? Asia-Pacific’s rivers and waterways can soon turn into green highways with the first hydrofoiling electric ferry – Candela P-12.

The best work commute in the world? Candela P-12, a new revolutionizing electric hydrofoil ferry, will shuttle workers across Lake Manapōuri, voted NZ's most beautiful lake.

New Zealand's most iconic lake gets world's first flying electric ferry

New Zealand’s iconic Lake Manapōuri will get the world's first electric hydrofoiling ferry - Candela P-12

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Exciting news: We've closed our largest funding round yet at close to €25M! A warm welcome to Groupe Beneteau, our latest investor and the world's leading boat manufacturer. Their support is a powerful endorsement of our vision to unlock the potential of the world's waterways. Our deepest gratitude goes to our customers, investors, and partners for believing in our vision. And a shout out to our brilliant team that has taken electric hydrofoiling from concept, to prototype phase, to building best-selling leisure boats, and now into the next phase—commercial passenger vessels with Candela P-12. Stay tuned, for the most exciting times are still ahead of us.

Exciting news: We've closed our largest funding round yet at close to €25M! A warm welcome to Groupe Beneteau, our latest investor and the world's leading boat manufacturer. Their support is a powerful endorsement of our vision to unlock the potential of the world's waterways. Our deepest gratitude goes to our customers, investors, and partners for believing in our vision. And a shout out to our brilliant team that has taken electric hydrofoiling from concept, to prototype phase, to building best-selling leisure boats, and now into the next phase—commercial passenger vessels with Candela P-12. Stay tuned, for the most exciting times are still ahead of us.

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Beyond excited to share that Candela P-12 will be operating in New Zealand! Meridian Energy is set to bring the world’s first electric hydrofoiling ferry to Lake Manapōuri, where it will provide daily transport for the staff servicing the country’s largest hydro power station. It will save 240 tons of CO2 emissions each year – equivalent to taking 52 petrol cars off the road. Meridian will be the first customer outside Europe to take delivery of our electric shuttle and is expected to begin operating on Lake Manapōuri in 2025.

Beyond excited to share that Candela P-12 will be operating in New Zealand! Meridian Energy is set to bring the world’s first electric hydrofoiling ferry to Lake Manapōuri, where it will provide daily transport for the staff servicing the country’s largest hydro power station. It will save 240 tons of CO2 emissions each year – equivalent to taking 52 petrol cars off the road. Meridian will be the first customer outside Europe to take delivery of our electric shuttle and is expected to begin operating on Lake Manapōuri in 2025.

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Built in Sweden, 100% carbon fiber ⚡️

Built in Sweden, 100% carbon fiber ⚡️

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How do you ensure that the world’s first foiling electric ferry is robust and safe, even beyond the confines of established regulatory frameworks? Throughout the design process of Candela P-12, we have worked closely with @dnvgroup, a leader in maritime safety and quality assurance. “Rather that merely aiming for compliance, Candela chose throughout the process to have more redundancy and more safety functionality than required. This has increased the vessel’s reliability, minimizing the risk of safety incidents or technical failures in the future,” explains Johan Iseskär, Principal Engineer, Maritime Advisory at DNV.

How do you ensure that the world’s first foiling electric ferry is robust and safe, even beyond the confines of established regulatory frameworks? Throughout the design process of Candela P-12, we have worked closely with @dnvgroup, a leader in maritime safety and quality assurance. “Rather that merely aiming for compliance, Candela chose throughout the process to have more redundancy and more safety functionality than required. This has increased the vessel’s reliability, minimizing the risk of safety incidents or technical failures in the future,” explains Johan Iseskär, Principal Engineer, Maritime Advisory at DNV.

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Have you explored the Candela C-8 configurator yet? Design the boat exactly to your preferences - everything from hull color to technology add-ons. It’s a great way to learn more about the available options, colors, and extra choices, and to estimate delivery time if you are considering reserving a C-8. In the tool, you can also find a contact form if you have any questions. If you want to remember your best combination, download the results to use when it’s time to finalize the options with your Candela contact. Configure your C-8 here: https://candela.com/c-8-configurator/

Have you explored the Candela C-8 configurator yet? Design the boat exactly to your preferences - everything from hull color to technology add-ons. It’s a great way to learn more about the available options, colors, and extra choices, and to estimate delivery time if you are considering reserving a C-8. In the tool, you can also find a contact form if you have any questions. If you want to remember your best combination, download the results to use when it’s time to finalize the options with your Candela contact. Configure your C-8 here: https://candela.com/c-8-configurator/

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Does the captain require a special kind of training to foil the Candela P-12? Naturally, all captains need a familiarisation with new vessels. Piloting a Candela P-12 will be similar to driving an automatic car, just steer and use the throttle. We are very much looking forward to captains around the world experiencing electric hydrofoiling!

Does the captain require a special kind of training to foil the Candela P-12? Naturally, all captains need a familiarisation with new vessels. Piloting a Candela P-12 will be similar to driving an automatic car, just steer and use the throttle. We are very much looking forward to captains around the world experiencing electric hydrofoiling!

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With Stockholm’s waters covered in ice, our commissioning team had to think outside the box last week. A scenic road trip to Sweden’s ice-free west coast later, our boats have completed their final sea trials and are ready for delivery. These vessels are now set to make waves in France and the U.S.

With Stockholm’s waters covered in ice, our commissioning team had to think outside the box last week. A scenic road trip to Sweden’s ice-free west coast later, our boats have completed their final sea trials and are ready for delivery. These vessels are now set to make waves in France and the U.S.

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The P-12 Shuttle has 30 seats + 1 captain. The maximum payload is 3000kg. DC:175 kW, charging time 10-85% approximately 45 min.

The P-12 Shuttle has 30 seats + 1 captain. The maximum payload is 3000kg. DC:175 kW, charging time 10-85% approximately 45 min.

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The open CC design lets you connect with your surroundings as you fly silently over the water. Our fully submerged electric propulsion system makes no noise, leaving only the sound of birds and breeze (or the music of your choice).

The open CC design lets you connect with your surroundings as you fly silently over the water. Our fully submerged electric propulsion system makes no noise, leaving only the sound of birds and breeze (or the music of your choice).

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Boating in winter wonderland ❄️

Boating in winter wonderland ❄️

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You can trailer Candela boats just like any other boat. The hydrofoils are fully retractable for easy handling for trailers and boat lifts. This black stylish Candela trailer can be purchased as an add-on for your C-8.

You can trailer Candela boats just like any other boat. The hydrofoils are fully retractable for easy handling for trailers and boat lifts. This black stylish Candela trailer can be purchased as an add-on for your C-8.

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Of course we had to pay a visit to Seattle this year! Seattle is a common example used when we’re asked about logs and debris in the water. For reference, we hit 7 logs in one day. In general, logs and debris in the water are not a big issue, our hull and foils are made of carbon fiber which is very durable. It takes a lot to damage. If it’s hit hard enough and snap, the foils have a designated snapping point. This means the foils snaps clean, and it easily replaced with a new set.

Of course we had to pay a visit to Seattle this year! Seattle is a common example used when we’re asked about logs and debris in the water. For reference, we hit 7 logs in one day. In general, logs and debris in the water are not a big issue, our hull and foils are made of carbon fiber which is very durable. It takes a lot to damage. If it’s hit hard enough and snap, the foils have a designated snapping point. This means the foils snaps clean, and it easily replaced with a new set.

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