Navalt Launches Newbuild Ferry 'Poseidon 2'
Poseidon 2, the latest addition to the Kerala State Water Transportation Fleet, was launched on Friday, March 10, 2023, at Kollam near the Kollam State Water Transportation Department Boat Jetty, Kerata, India.
The launch event was inaugurated by Shri K N Balagopal, the Minister of Finance, State Government of Kerala. The Boat promises to be a spectacular celebration of yet another addition to the Kerala Tourism Industry.
POSEIDON, an aesthetically pleasing double-decker ferry. It can hold 90 passengers and has a magnificent view from the passenger cabin, as well as a 120-horsepower diesel engine that gives it a top speed of 7 knots. POSEIDON is an excellent alternative for Water Transportation due to its superior passenger comfort.
POSEIDON has been built by Navalt Solar & Electric Boats, an Eco-Marine Tech Company that specializes in the manufacturing of solar electric vessels.
Navalt’s Flagship Solar-Electric Ferry, “Aditya,” is recognized as the world’s best. Aditya, India’s first solar ferry, was built for the Kerala State Water Transport Department. This ferry is the first commercially viable mode of transport powered by solar energy in India and the world.
Note: Picture courtesy - file picture from Navalt Solar & Electric Boats website