ALBAWABA – Saudi Arabia awaits the arrival of the first fleet of flying, electric, emission-free, and energy-saving flying ships for Red Sea Global Company at NEOM.
Flying ships fleet in Saudi Arabia
Candela, a Swedish hydrofoiling electric boats and ferries, said it received a large order to supply a fleet of Candela P-12 electric ships to the NEOM project in Saudi Arabia. The company stated that the delivery of the fleet will begin in 2025.
The company said on Instagram: “We are proud to announce that Candela will supply a fleet of Candela P-12 electric hydrofoil ships for Saudi Arabia’s NEOM project, with deliveries starting in 2025. This zero-emission fleet will redefine waterborne transport with frequent departures, high speeds, and low energy costs. Our largest announced order yet marks a major step in Candela’s hyper-growth journey. Stay tuned!”
Candela P-12 travels at 30 miles per hour and uses 80% less energy than traditional ships. (Candela Boats Instagram Account)
Saudi sources announced that this fleet of flying electric ships is the first of its kind globally and it aims to provide high-end transportation services in Saudi Arabia.
Candela P-12 electric ships
It is worth mentioning that Candela P-12 electric ships weigh around 10 tons and are 12 meters long. The ships fully operate on computer-guided waterborne transport with frequent departures, high speeds, and low energy costs.
Candela P-12 travels at 30 miles per hour and uses 80% less energy than traditional ships. The ships will revolutionize water travel, with low fuel costs, and minimal required maintenance, as reported by the company.
