Hydrofoiling electric
boats and ferries

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Who we are, what we do

At Candela, we make hydrofoiling electric boats and ferries that are the first to combine long range with high speed. Our innovative hydrofoil technology cuts energy use by 80%, creating silent, fast, zero-emission vessels with unmatched efficiency. Simply put, we’re revolutionizing sustainable water travel.

Professional vessels
Candela P-12 Shuttle Professional Vessel

Professional vessels

Zero-emission waterborne transport that is quicker and more comfortable for passengers, while offering huge cost reductions for operators. Explore our vessels for public transport, shuttle services, and bespoke solutions for private clients.
Our professional vessels

Leisure boats
Candela C 8 Leisure Boats

Leisure boats

Our best-selling leisure boats elevate electric performance at sea, providing a superior experience free from the noise, exhaust fumes, and slamming of conventional powerboats. Powered by Candela C-Pod, the quietest and most power-dense marine motor available.
Our leisure boats

Gustav Hasselskog CEO of Candela

We aim to transition to fossil fuel-free transport with superior efficiency and environmental benefits. Traditional ferries are polluting, costly, and slow. Our hydrofoil technology unlocks the potential of waterways, offering quicker, more comfortable, and cheaper journeys, reducing road congestion from Stockholm to New York to Bangkok.

Gustav Hasselskog Founder / CEO at Candela

Latest from Candela

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Norway to deploy world’s largest fleet of ‘flying’ electric ferries
P 12 ferries on a Norwegian fjord (1)

Norway to deploy world’s largest fleet of ‘flying’ electric ferries

Norwegian operator Boreal AS—a leader in sustainable transport—has ordered 20 Candela P-12 hydrofoil vessels from Sweden’s Candela Technology, marking the world’s largest electric fleet to date. The vessels will speed up commuting along Norway’s fjord-lined coast.
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Candela announces CEO transition to accelerate scaling
Candela Gustav Hasselskog & Sofia Graflund

Candela announces CEO transition to accelerate scaling

After more than eleven years as CEO, Candela founder Gustav Hasselskog initiates a planned leadership transition, appointing Sofia Graflund as CEO while he becomes Executive Chairman as the company enters its next phase of growth and global expansion.
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P-12 Business sets a new standard for premium water travel
P 12 Business Revealed

P-12 Business sets a new standard for premium water travel

Electric vessel builder Candela has launched its quietest high-speed watercraft yet. Flying above waves with minimal noise and motion, the P-12 Business delivers a smooth, elevated travel experience that eliminates seasickness and redefines premium transport.
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Latest blog posts

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Navigating Choppy Seas; How Hydrofoil Boats Handle Rough Water
Candela P 12 electric hydrofoil boat in rough water
April 11, 2025

Navigating Choppy Seas; How Hydrofoil Boats Handle Rough Water

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Connected Electric Boats: The Future of Sustainable Maritime Travel
Candela P 12 Connected Electric Vessel
February 12, 2025

Connected Electric Boats: The Future of Sustainable Maritime Travel

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Electric Ferries: Range & Sustainability, Explained
P 12 Electric Ferry Foiling
August 29, 2024

Electric Ferries: Range & Sustainability, Explained

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Handling Obstacles: Logs and Hydrofoil Boats
Candela C 8 Electric Hydorofoil Boat in Planing Mode
June 17, 2024

Handling Obstacles: Logs and Hydrofoil Boats

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