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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.

Hello, Singapore! We are very excited for our first C-8 display in Asia. You find us at Singapore Yachting Festival 25-28th of April, Booth AP2. Come by, have a look at the 100% electric hydrofoil boat Candela C-8 and book in a test ride. Hope to see you there!

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.

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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/

Does the captain require a special kind of training to foil the Candela P-12? Naturally, all captains need a familiarisation with new vessels. Piloting a Candela P-12 will be similar to driving an automatic car, just steer and use the throttle. We are very much looking forward to captains around the world experiencing electric hydrofoiling!

With Stockholm’s waters covered in ice, our commissioning team had to think outside the box last week. A scenic road trip to Sweden’s ice-free west coast later, our boats have completed their final sea trials and are ready for delivery. These vessels are now set to make waves in France and the U.S.

The P-12 Shuttle has 30 seats + 1 captain. The maximum payload is 3000kg. DC:175 kW, charging time 10-85% approximately 45 min.

The open CC design lets you connect with your surroundings as you fly silently over the water. Our fully submerged electric propulsion system makes no noise, leaving only the sound of birds and breeze (or the music of your choice).

Boating in winter wonderland ❄️