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Norway's Boreal AS Orders 20 Electric Hydrofoil Vessels

4/9/2026

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Boreal AS, a Norwegian operator, has ordered 20 Candela P-12 electric hydrofoil vessels, forming the largest electric fleet.
The vessels will serve commuting routes along Norway's fjords, where high-speed electrification remains challenging.
The Candela P-12 cruises at 25 knots and has a 40 nautical miles range, cutting energy use by 80% versus traditional vessels.
The first two vessels will be delivered in 2027, with the remainder arriving annually through 2030.

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Boreal AS, a Norwegian operator, has ordered 20 Candela P-12 electric hydrofoil vessels, forming the largest electric fleet.
The vessels will serve commuting routes along Norway's fjords, where high-speed electrification remains challenging.
The Candela P-12 cruises at 25 knots and has a 40 nautical miles range, cutting energy use by 80% versus traditional vessels.
The first two vessels will be delivered in 2027, with the remainder arriving annually through 2030.