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Candela's revolutionary electric C-8 leisure boat and P-12 ferry flying side by side, in Stockholm.

Electric vessel maker Candela closes record funding round of €24.5M

Candela, the leading maker of electric vessels, today announced it has closed the largest funding round in the company's history, to expand production of its game-changing electric ferries. A key partner in the 24.5 million EUR round is Groupe Beneteau — the leading global boat maker.

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

Heralding a new era of waterborne transport: Candela P-12 is the fastest electric ferry, and at 25 knots faster than Stockholm's diesel-powered commuter boats.

World’s First Electric Hydrofoil Ferry Line Takes Off in Stockholm

The world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry has begun its service in Stockholm. Candela P-12 "Nova" is the fastest electric vessel in operation, and sets out to eliminate emissions from the city's waterborne public transport while cutting commute times.

Svensk elbåt korsade Östersjön

Svensk elbåt korsade Östersjön

Ett gäng svenskar satte världsrekord när de körde en Candela C-8 mellan Stockholm och Mariehamn, den första gången en elektrisk båt korsar Östersjön. Dessutom körde de tillbaka samma dag – med 95% lägre kostnader än en fossildriven båt.

The electric Candela C-8, here flying from Stockholm to Åland (Finland) combines long range and high speed, thanks to the hydrofoil technology that lifts the hull above the friciton of water.

First Electric Boat Successfully Crosses the Baltic Sea

A group of Swedes set a world record by driving a hydrofoiling Candela C-8 between Stockholm and the Finnish autonomous region of Åland, marking the first time an electric boat has crossed the Baltic Sea. They even returned the same day – at 95% lower costs than a fossil-fuel-powered boat.

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One of the most common questions we get asked is: how and where can you charge an electric boat?

The short answer is: you can plug in almost everywhere!

Although we’re just at the dawn of the electric boat era, charging an electric boat has proven to be surprisingly easy and convenient during our ten years of touring the US and Europe with the Candela C-7 and C-8.

In contrast to cars, leisure boats are not used as regularly and seldom go on long-distance ”road trips.” They typically return to their home dock at the end of each day. That makes charging more predictable.

However, thanks to its long range, you’re is perfectly able to undertake a longer excursion in a Candela, using the current charging infrastructure.

From the ports of the Rhine river in Germany to restaurants in the Caribbean, there’s usually somewhere to plug in.

While marine DC charging stations are still scarce, nearly every marina boasts a comprehensive network of AC outlets that can charge your electric boat overnight or, depending on the battery size, within a few hours.

The contrast between being an electric car pioneer 15 years ago and an electric boat pioneer today is stark. In the early 2010s, there weren’t as many outlets available for street parking since ICE cars didn’t need to plug in. Conversely, nearly all larger ICE boats use shore power for onboard appliances, so most dock spots in marinas are equipped with the equivalent of type 1 or type 2 chargers. The same is true for seaside restaurants, random docks, and the like; if you’re searching for an outlet, you’re likely to find one.

One of the most common questions we get asked is: how and where can you charge an electric boat? The short answer is: you can plug in almost everywhere! Although we’re just at the dawn of the electric boat era, charging an electric boat has proven to be surprisingly easy and convenient during our ten years of touring the US and Europe with the Candela C-7 and C-8. In contrast to cars, leisure boats are not used as regularly and seldom go on long-distance ”road trips.” They typically return to their home dock at the end of each day. That makes charging more predictable. However, thanks to its long range, you’re is perfectly able to undertake a longer excursion in a Candela, using the current charging infrastructure. From the ports of the Rhine river in Germany to restaurants in the Caribbean, there’s usually somewhere to plug in. While marine DC charging stations are still scarce, nearly every marina boasts a comprehensive network of AC outlets that can charge your electric boat overnight or, depending on the battery size, within a few hours. The contrast between being an electric car pioneer 15 years ago and an electric boat pioneer today is stark. In the early 2010s, there weren’t as many outlets available for street parking since ICE cars didn’t need to plug in. Conversely, nearly all larger ICE boats use shore power for onboard appliances, so most dock spots in marinas are equipped with the equivalent of type 1 or type 2 chargers. The same is true for seaside restaurants, random docks, and the like; if you’re searching for an outlet, you’re likely to find one.

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.

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.

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.

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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Mikael Mahlberg

Mikael Mahlberg

Press contact Head of PR & Communications +46765376678

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