US EditionHydrofoil Passenger Ferry Could Be Coming to B.C. in the Near Future
- On Monday, a 12-person all-electric hydrofoil ferry built in Belfast demonstrated its zero-emission, low-wake technology outside Victoria's harbor.
- The demo followed collaborations among Victoria-based Greenline Ferries, FRS Clipper, and Northern Ireland's Artemis Technologies to improve commuter water routes.
- The ferry uses underwater wings to lift and reduce drag, cutting energy use by 70-90%, producing minimal wake, and smoothing the ride to lessen seasickness.
- Mark Collins, CEO of FRS Clipper, expressed confidence that this vessel is well-suited for operating on routes such as the one between Royal Bay and Victoria.
- The demonstration signals a potential shift toward sustainable, faster, and quieter ferries that could open new water-based transit corridors in British Columbia.
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Next-gen hydrofoil ferry makes waves in B.C. waters
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