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Between September 8 and 19, commuters traveling between Öckerö ferry terminal and Stenpiren in Gothenburg will have the chance to ride the Swedish-built Candela P-12 – the first electric vessel that uses hydrofoils (underwater wings) to “fly” above the surface. Thanks to this technology, the Candela P-12 is significantly faster and more energy-efficient than conventional vessels. The journey takes just over 30 minutes, which is considerably shorter than today’s bus commute.
The pilot project is carried out by Västtrafik in cooperation with Candela, Styrsöbolaget and Öckerö Municipality. The purpose is to explore how Candela’s electric hydrofoil technology can contribute to faster, quieter, and more energy-efficient travel at sea. The test is part of Västtrafik’s work with innovation and new technology.
“We are pleased to partner with Västtrafik and to demonstrate how our electric hydrofoil technology can create better public transport on the water in Gothenburg and its surroundings. Thanks to the Candela P-12’s speed and efficiency, both travel time and operating costs can be reduced compared to traditional vessels, while departures can become more frequent – major benefits for those living and working in the archipelago,” says Tord Ringenhall, Project Manager at Candela.
The fastest ferry in Gothenburg
Candela P-12 flies on hydrofoils beneath the hull and rises about 1.5 meters above the water surface. The result is a quiet, fast, and comfortable trip of around half an hour. The ferry is fully electric and, with a cruising speed of 25 knots, is not only the world’s fastest series-produced electric vessel – but also the fastest commuter ferry in the Gothenburg archipelago. At the same time, the P-12 uses about 80 percent less energy than a traditional vessel of the same size, while producing minimal wake.
Residents invited to take part
Öckerö Municipality is recruiting residents who will have the chance to test commuting with the new ferry. Registration of interest will soon open at www.ockero.se. In addition to passengers’ experiences, the trial will also study timetable, docking, charging, and crewing.
Media invited to test ride
Media representatives are welcome to test the Candela P-12 during the press day on September 4, as well as during the pilot operations.
Contact:
Mikael Mahlberg, Head of Communications, Candela: