In a global context marked by the need to decarbonize transportation and mitigate climate change with an eye to the future, the company Regent Craft has revolutionized the sector with its innovative Seaglider Viceroy.
It is an electric marine glider designed to operate efficiently on water, using the ground effect to reduce aerodynamic resistance and optimize energy consumption, standing out as a transportation solution that does not generate polluting emissions.
Technical specifications and key achievements for the “transportation of the future”
The Seaglider Viceroy combines elements of seaplanes and hydrofoils in a unique design. Its main features include:
- Cruise speed: 300 km/h.
- Range: 300 km on a single charge.
- Capacity: Transport of up to 12 passengers, 2 crew members, or 1600 kg of cargo.
- Flight altitude: Between 9 and 18 meters above the water.
- Dimensions: 16.75 meters in length and 19.8 meters in wingspan.
In September 2023, the United States Coast Guard approved tests of the full-scale prototype. This successful trial represents a significant step towards the commercialization of this futuristic technology.
Potential and applications of the Seaglider
Regent Craft has designed the Seaglider with versatility in mind, opening up multiple fields of application:
- Tourism and logistics transportation.
- Efficient cargo and distribution.
- Emergency response operations.
- Use in defense and security.
With over $9 billion in orders already registered, the company is also building a factory in Rhode Island, with plans to start operations in 2025.
Innovation in energy transition
The Seaglider symbolizes a crucial advancement in sustainable transportation, in a sector where 96% of energy still comes from fossil fuels, according to the REN21 Global Status Report (GSR) 2024.
This model aims to reduce polluting emissions and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), showing how technology can be a key tool to address the climate crisis.
Cover photo: Regent
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