Navier N30 Electric Hydrofoil Boat Showcased at FLIBS 2025, Boasting 90% Drag Reduction

Fort Lauderdale, FL – The Navier N30, an innovative electric hydrofoil vessel, was prominently featured at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) from October 25th through the 29th, 2025, at Pier 66. Sampriti Bhattacharyya, founder of Navier, highlighted the boat's advanced capabilities, stating in a social media post, "Kept it 💯 on the land, the sea, the sky — but THIS showgirl is on the water, and she likes to fly 🩵🌊🛥️✈️." The N30 represents a significant leap in sustainable marine technology.

The 30-foot carbon fiber vessel is designed to "fly" four feet above the water on retractable hydrofoils, drastically reducing drag by 90% compared to conventional boats. This allows for superior efficiency, with operational costs as low as 38 cents per nautical mile, a stark contrast to the estimated $4.00 per nautical mile for traditional gas-powered boats. The N30 is recognized as America's first all-electric foiling craft and boasts the world's longest range for an electric boat, achieving over 75 nautical miles at 20 knots.

Navier's N30 integrates aerospace-grade flight control software and an electric powertrain, ensuring a smooth, quiet, and wake-free ride. This advanced system, developed by a team largely comprising aerospace engineers, updates aileron flaps up to 50 times per second to maintain stability. The boat also features an intuitive joystick control for advanced maneuverability and an auto-docking system, compensating for external factors like wind and tide.

The N30 Pioneer Edition, which saw its first customer delivery in October 2024, is also being utilized for commercial applications, including employee shuttles by companies like Stripe. Its zero-emission operation and minimal noise pollution contribute to environmental preservation, making it an attractive option for both recreational users and commercial transport. The vessel's design, with variable draft and retractable foils, allows for operation in diverse water depths and easy storage.

With a starting price in the $600,000 range for the Pioneer Edition, the N30 targets discerning adventurers and organizations seeking sustainable, high-performance water travel. The company continues to evolve its "maritime tech stack," aiming to make this groundbreaking technology more accessible in the future.