The ferry prototype will undergo rigorous trials in Canada, with the primary objective of achieving certification for autonomous operations.

Zeabuz is pleased to announce the signing of a Letter of Intent with Future Marine to partner on the development of a unique 12-passenger autonomous electric ferry prototype, set to commence operations in 2025. Future Marine has selected Zeabuz as the sole technology provider of autonomy solutions for the project. 

The ferry prototype will undergo rigorous trials in Canada, with the primary objective of achieving certification for autonomous operations. This collaboration represents the first step toward a broader ambition: the deployment of autonomous electric ferries in urban centers across Canada, transforming waterborne transport while reducing emissions and enhancing sustainability. 

Zeabuz CEO, Øyvind Smogeli: 

“This exciting opportunity with Future Marine marks an important milestone for Zeabuz, as it represents our entry into the North American market. Not only will the project showcase how our flexible and scalable autonomy solutions can be integrated into the new vessel design from Future Marine and help realize their ambitious pilot project. It also sets the stage for broader adoption of autonomous electric ferries across the region. We are excited to continue our cooperation with Future Marine towards the realization of widespread waterborne mobility.”  

Future Marine CEO, Martin Stewart: 

“Future Marine aims to reduce GHG emissions and road congestion by operating accessible, high frequency and affordable autonomous passenger ferries and Zeabuz is our trusted technology partner to insure we provide safe, reliable service.”