At the Posidonia, DNV and Artemis Technologies Ltd sign a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) on the development, certification, and operation of electric foiling vessels.
As the decarbonization challenge intensifies, providing a way to shift commuters and passengers onto vessels with lower or zero emissions is vital. This has resulted in growing interest in innovative technologies in the short sea ferry segment. Electric vessels have been trialled in many countries, demonstrating significant benefits, including reduced emissions to air, quieter operation, and regulatory compliance.
To help this segment continue to innovate, DNV and Artemis Technologies Ltd (ATL) have signed a new MOU to work on 100% electric foiling vessels. The MOU builds on their cooperation on the Artemis EF-24 Passenger Ferry of which a number are under construction and rapidly progressing. The EF-24 Passenger is designed and built to meet the requirements of the IMO High Speed Craft Code (HSC) and the DNV High Speed Light Craft (HSLC) Rules.
Romain Ingouf, Technical Director, Artemis Technologies, said: “At Artemis Technologies, we are delighted to continue on this journey with DNV to pioneer the future of maritime transport. This MOU marks a key moment in our mission to deliver cutting-edge, sustainable, and safe electric foiling vessels like the Artemis EF-24 Passenger Ferry. Our collaboration will not only push the boundaries of innovation but also set new standards in operational excellence and environmental stewardship.”
The ferry segment is truly a driver of innovation today, which is why we are so pleased to be working with one of the most future focussed and innovative firms on this MOU. We have seen electrification spreading throughout the segment and now the introduction of foiling technologies, enabled by new materials, is enhancing this technology by offering greater propulsion efficiencies.
..Aakash Dua, Regional Business Development Manager, DNV Maritime, siad.