Innovative electric ferries for greener water transport

Date: 
14/04/2016

Ferries are a lifeline for many communities in Europe, moving people and goods across the continent’s waterways and more than 68 000 km of coastline. As a major petroleum consumer, waterborne transport offers enormous potential for cutting emissions while saving energy and operational costs.

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A cleaner, more efficient ferry is on the horizon. A prototype mid-range 100 % electric vessel developed by an EU-funded project is set to cut transport pollution and operational costs. The ferry will be powered by wind-sourced electricity and will carry the largest battery pack ever installed. Tests are due to begin in summer 2017.
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http://ec.europa.eu/programmes/horizon2020/en/news/innovative-electric-ferries-greener-water-transport

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