Orkney and Shetland to trial new Seaglider vessels which could make travel 'cleaner, faster and more reliable'

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New all-electric maritime vessels will be trialled in the Orkney and Shetland Islands , with the aim of making travel on and off the islands 'cleaner, faster and more reliable.' ‌

Through a new partnership with the Highlands and Islands Transport Partnership (HITRANS), Regent Craft, the US-based developer of electric Seaglider vessels , is exploring how the underwater vehicles could support more efficient travel across Scotland. ‌

With ageing ferry fleets and limited alternatives available in the region, this project aims to open the door to viable, zero-emission transport solutions. The collaboration between Regent and HITRANS will focus on data sharing and aim to explore how Seaglider craft could improve the country's transportation network, benefiting people and th