Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Mumbai to Launch Electric Flying Ferry Fleet to Cut Travel Time
Imagine a boat that can fly a little above the water!
Mumbai is getting 11 of these special boats called Candela P-12.
They use wings under the water to lift up and go super fast, like a flying car on water.
These boats don't pollute and will help people get to places like Alibaug much quicker, in just 30 minutes!
This is part of a big plan to make travel around Mumbai cleaner and faster, using the water highways.
Mumbai is set to launch 11 electric flying ferries to alleviate traffic.
The ferries, Candela P-12, use hydrofoils for a smooth, emission-free ride.
These Swedish-made vessels are designed for high-speed travel over water.
Initial routes will connect the Gateway of India to Alibaug and Elephanta Island.
The project aims to create a green transport corridor along Maharashtra's coastline.
- Who
- JalVimana, a Mumbai-based water transport operator, ordered the ferries.
- What
- Mumbai is launching electric flying ferries.
- When
- The article was published on June 19, 2025.
- Where
- Mumbai, India.
- Why
- To reduce traffic congestion and provide a fast, clean transport alternative.
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Benefits
Project Supporters
Sustainable transportation, reduced congestion, faster travel times.
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- Vessel Type
- Candela P-12
- Number of Ferries
- 11
- Technology
- Hydrofoils
- Manufacturer
- Swedish-made
- First Route
- Gateway of India to Alibaug/Elephanta Island
- Travel Time Reduction
- Alibaug in 30 minutes