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With its underwater “wing,” or hydrofoil, the Artemis EF-12 Escape lifts entirely out of the water while cruising, dramatically reducing drag. Artemis Technologies’ vessels are capable of reaching speeds up to 36 knots- nearly double the pace of conventional ferries, and with just half the energy use. Think smoother rides, fewer emissions and a future where crossing the Salish Sea is as elegant as it is efficient. Demonstration voyages and technical trials will took place from June 16-23. Technical trials tested cutting-edge debris detection and collision avoidance systems developed by Artemis Technologies in partnership with Queen’s University Belfast - vital technology for BC’s complex marine environment. Mark Collins, CEO of FRS Clipper, which operates the popular Victoria Clipper between Seattle and Victoria, sees the Artemis EF-12 Escape as a potential game-changer. “There is tremendous opportunity to introduce reliable, high-frequency passenger ferry service to coastal communities in BC thanks to cost-effective technology like this.” Greenline Ferries, founded in 2022, aims to launch all-electric routes from Gibsons and Bowen Island to downtown Vancouver by 2027. “We’re not just showcasing a ferry,” said Greenline CEO Callum Campbell. “We’re previewing an option to connect our region cleanly, efficiently, and beautifully. The technology has enormous potential for BC, and we look forward to these trials.” David Tyler, co-founder of Artemis Technologies, commented: “We’re proud to support cleaner transport by providing our proven, zero-emission Artemis EF-12 Escape for these demonstrations. It’s fantastic to bring this vessel to BC waters for the first time to showcase its real-world performance.”