AAM Operator Agrees Deal for Luxury Water Taxis

UrbanLink will purchase 20 Artemis EF-12 Escape crafts, a zero-emission luxury water taxi, with plans to operate in designated locations in Florida, California and the Caribbean By Joe Macey / 05 Aug 2024
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UrbanLink Air Mobility, a South Florida-based AAM operator, has entered into a partnership with Artemis Technologies, a manufacturer of all-electric seaborne vessels.

As part of the agreement, UrbanLink will purchase 20 Artemis EF-12 Escape crafts, a zero-emission luxury water taxi, with plans to operate in designated locations in Florida, California and the Caribbean. The partnership also includes an option to operate the larger Artemis EF-24 Passenger ferry in the future. UrbanLink’s sea craft service launch date is slated for the first quarter of 2026.

Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Artemis Technologies is at the forefront of the maritime industry’s push towards decarbonization. Their revolutionary Artemis eFoiler® electric propulsion system, featuring a high-voltage battery energy storage system and ultra-high power density electric drivetrain, sets a new standard in maritime transport.

Ed Wegel, Founder and Chairman of UrbanLink, said; “Our strategic vision is supported by three pillars: regional eVTOL aircraft, long-range electric aircraft, and carbon-free sea craft. The Artemis EF-12, and eventually the EF-24, are integral to our strategy. These highly efficient, zero emissions crafts will seamlessly integrate with our eVTOL route network, enhancing our operational capabilities in our designated markets. We plan to deploy these crafts along both Florida coasts, as well as from San Juan to various destinations in Puerto Rico and inter-island routes.”

David Tyler, Co-Founder of Artemis Technologies, emphasized the environmental and socio-economic benefits of this collaboration, adding; “Port-adjacent communities often bear the brunt of maritime operations’ environmental and health impacts. Our zero-emission vessels are designed to mitigate these effects. By eliminating harmful emissions, reducing water pollution, and operating more quietly than traditional diesel engines, we are contributing to a healthier future for all. This partnership with UrbanLink is a significant step towards improving air and water quality, reducing noise pollution, and creating economic opportunities in port communities.”

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