It floats, it flies, it works: World's first hydrofoil electric ferry is crushing it

It floats, it flies, it works: World's first hydrofoil electric ferry is crushing it

It flies, it floats, it’s electric — and now it’s officially a hit. The world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry, a Candela P-12 vessel named Nova, has wrapped up its first season of public service in Stockholm, and new data confirms what many suspected: this sleek, silent, water-skimming machine isn’t just a cool piece of tech — it’s also wildly successful. more…

Here you see Nova, the world's first electric hydrofoil, at full speed around the Stockholm archipelago. After a short winter break, the Swedes have put the machine back on the water.

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Stockholm is extending operations of its electric hydrofoil passenger ferry, Nova, following initial findings from a public trial that point to performance gains in energy efficiency, journey time, and emissions. The Candela P-12 vessel, which first entered service in autumn 2024, will return to regular operations mid-April and begin daily service by May. Nova, developed by Swedish firm Candela, combines electric propulsion with hydrofoil techno…

Nova is announced as the “first passenger ferry in the world that combines electric propulsion with hydrofoil technology”. After a pilot experience, it returns this spring.

Stockholm to increase Candela P-12 foiling ferry service

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