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Hydrofoiling electric
boats and ferries
Designed and made in Sweden
Who we are, what we do
At Candela, we make hydrofoiling electric boats and ferries that are the first to combine long range with high speed. Our innovative hydrofoil technology cuts energy use by 80%, creating silent, fast, zero-emission vessels with unmatched efficiency. Simply put, we’re revolutionizing sustainable water travel.
Professional vessels
Zero-emission waterborne transport that is quicker and more comfortable for passengers, while offering huge cost reductions for operators. Explore our vessels for public transport, shuttle services, and bespoke solutions for private clients.
Our professional vessels
Leisure boats
Our best-selling leisure boats elevate electric performance at sea, providing a superior experience free from the noise, exhaust fumes, and slamming of conventional powerboats. Powered by Candela C-Pod, the quietest and most power-dense marine motor available.
Our leisure boats
We aim to transition to fossil fuel-free transport with superior efficiency and environmental benefits. Traditional ferries are polluting, costly, and slow. Our hydrofoil technology unlocks the potential of waterways, offering quicker, more comfortable, and cheaper journeys, reducing road congestion from Stockholm to New York to Bangkok.
Gustav Hasselskog Founder / CEO at Candela
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Candela’s flying ferries to serve Thailand’s Koh Kood Island
At a ceremony in Bangkok, Swedish electric boat maker Candela and Thai operator Seudamgo by Leopard Transportation Co., Ltd. entered an agreement for 10 P-12 hydrofoil ferries to operate on the route between the mainland and Koh Kood Island.
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Candela and AHICE Maldives launch the P-12 white paper
Candela is on site at AHICE Maldives, partnering with the conference and unveiling a P-12 white paper that maps reef-safe, electric marine mobility for the islands—advancing Net Zero 2030 and strengthening luxury tourism, driving innovation and resilience.
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Mumbai to tackle traffic congestion with electric ferries
Mumbai’s commuters will soon be able to fly to work on electric ships. A fleet of 11 hydrofoiling Candela P-12 commuter ferries will create new links across Mumbai’s waterways, forming the nucleus of the city’s electric transport network.
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Navigating Choppy Seas; How Hydrofoil Boats Handle Rough Water
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Connected Electric Boats: The Future of Sustainable Maritime Travel
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Electric Ferries: Range & Sustainability, Explained
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