Yinson GreenTech reveals Singapore’s first fully electric hydrofoil vessel

Yinson GreenTech on Tuesday (19 November) unveiled the region’s first fully electric hydrofoil vessel, the Hydroglyder, at Offshore Energy Week (OSEA) 2024, held at Marina Bay Sands. 

Developed in collaboration with Lift Ocean and Zeabuz, the Hydroglyder is engineered for crew transfer and passenger transport. Capable of carrying up to 12 passengers at a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots, the vessel offers a sustainable alternative to fossil-fuel-powered boats, providing a greener, more comfortable, and quieter ride.

The Hydroglyder’s hydrofoil system lifts the hull above the water, significantly reducing drag and energy consumption. The design results in up to 80% lower energy consumption and 90% lower operational costs than conventional vessels. 

“As Singapore’s first fully electric hydrofoil vessel, the Hydroglyder supports the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore’s plans for all new harbour craft operating in the Port of Singapore to be fully electric, be capable of using B100 biofuel, or be compatible with net zero fuels from 2030,” the company said in a statement. 

Complementing the Hydroglyder launch, Yinson GreenTech’s marinEV introduced its Marine Digital Platform, reinforcing the critical link between electrification and digitalisation in sustainable maritime operations. 

The platform enables easy booking, tracking, and reporting, enhancing user convenience with upcoming features such as route planning and optimisation to provide a comprehensive approach to reducing emissions in short-sea shipping.

“At Yinson GreenTech, we believe the future of maritime transport lies at the convergence of electrification and digitalisation,” said Eirik Barclay, Chief Executive Officer of Yinson GreenTech. 

“The Hydroglyder, in tandem with our Marine Digital Platform, delivers a comprehensive solution that not only reduces emissions but also redefines how businesses manage their operations, paving the way for a truly decarbonised future.”

“The Hydroglyder embodies our vision for a sustainable future in maritime transport,” said Jan-Viggo Johansen, Managing Director of marinEV. 

“Its energy-efficient design and zero-emission technology offer a practical, environmentally friendly solution to support businesses committed to greener marine operations – and, of course, provide a more comfortable voyage for our seafarers.”

As part of Yinson GreenTech’s portfolio of electric and autonomous vessels across land and sea, marinEV’s innovative Hydroglyder and Hydromover, Singapore’s first fully electric light cargo vessel, offer the region future-ready green transport solutions for passenger and cargo transportation across ASEAN waters and beyond.

Yinson GreenTech has also secured funding from OCBC to advance the development and deployment of this technology. 

Related: Goal Zero Consortium launches Singapore’s first electric cargo vessel Hydromover

Photo credit: Yinson GreenTech
Published: 21 November, 2024