Artemis Technologies is a maritime technology company that evolved from the successful Artemis Racing team, which competed in the America's Cup. The company is named after the ancient Greek goddess Artemis. Artemis Technologies focuses on the development of zero-emission maritime transport solutions, most notably the Artemis eFoiler, an electric hydrofoiling vessel.[1][2]
| Industry | Maritime technology |
|---|---|
| Founded | January 2017 |
| Founder | Iain Percy |
| Headquarters | Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Products | Artemis eFoiler® propulsion system, electric hydrofoiling vessels |
History
editIain Percy, an Olympic sailor and former Artemis Racing skipper, is the CEO of Artemis Technologies.[3] In 2020, Artemis Technologies led the formation of the Belfast Maritime Consortium, a group of 13 partners that successfully secured £33 million from the UK Research and Innovation's Strength in Places Fund. This funding aims to develop zero-emission ferries in Belfast, with the total project investment expected to reach £60 million.[4]
In 2024, Artemis Technologies plans to launch the first zero-emission hydrofoiling passenger ferry, named Zero, to operate between Belfast and Bangor. The EF-24 Passenger vessel is expected to carry 150 passengers and reduce fuel costs by 85% compared to traditional diesel-powered ferries.[5]
References
edit- ^ "Artemis Technologies". Artemis Technologies. 25 June 2020. Retrieved 12 September 2024.
- ^ "Belfast's Artemis builds world's first foiling workboats". Marine Industry News. 12 September 2024.
- ^ "Entrepreneur of the Month: Iain Percy, Artemis Technologies". Belfast Telegraph. 12 September 2024.
- ^ "Artemis Technologies to build zero emissions ferries following £60M funding". Artemis Technologies. 25 June 2020. Retrieved 12 September 2024.
- ^ "Belfast based Artemis Technologies reveal design for new ferry which will 'fly' across the water". ITV News. 26 September 2022. Retrieved 12 September 2024.