Candela C-8 Electric Boat Makes Historic Intercontinental Journey Across Strait of Gibraltar

Historic Intercontinental Voyage

• ⚡ An electric boat, the Candela C-8, has completed a first-of-its-kind intercontinental journey across the Strait of Gibraltar.
• 🇪🇸🇲🇦 The 24-nautical-mile trip spanned from Sotogrande, Spain, to Ceuta, North Africa, in just over an hour, matching the speed of conventional fast ferries.

Innovative Hydrofoil Technology

• 💡 The Candela C-8 is designed to fly above the water on two hydrofoils, significantly reducing drag.
• 📉 This technology cuts energy consumption by 80% compared to conventional fast vessels.

Energy Efficiency Comparison

• ⛽ A conventional camera boat used approximately 50 liters of gasoline, costing around €9 to fill.
• 🔋 In contrast, the Candela C-8 consumed 40 kWh of electricity, costing approximately €8, though supplied courtesy of port authorities.

Showcasing Future Ferry Potential

• 🚢 The voyage aimed to showcase the potential of Candela's P12 electric hydrofoil ferry.
• 🇸🇪 The P12 is already in use in Stockholm's public transport system, carrying 30 passengers at high speeds.
• ⏱️ This ferry offers reduced travel times while simultaneously lowering operational costs.