Seahorse Amphibious Vehicles has appointed Imperial Engineering as the supplier of braking system components for the world’s first battery-electric amphibious passenger vehicle.
The first of those for the UK will enter service with Big Bus Tours in London. Another will soon be operational in Singapore. Further launches are scheduled for 2026, while diesel amphibious vehicles from Seahorse (pictured) are already used in Cape Town, Liverpool, and Windsor.
On-road and in-water testing of the amphibious electric vehicle has been completed, says Seahorse Amphibious Vehicles Executive Chairman Graham. He has thanked Imperial Engineering for its support in developing the model’s braking system.
The vehicle uses the latest battery-electric technology and is purpose-built to meet marine and road-going legislative standards as well as passenger carrying laws. It is built in Slough.
A maximum of 36 passengers and two crew members are carried. The amphibious electric vehicle can operate for a full day on one charge and is capable of 30mph on land and eight knots in water.
Imperial Engineering Sales Director John Dwight has welcomed the partnership to supply braking components to Seahorse, noting how the market for zero-emission tourism continues to expand.
“Fully designed and built in the UK, this electric amphibious passenger vehicle is unique, and we are pleased to be providing our technical and braking system expertise to support the exciting development of amphibious passenger transport.”
Adds Mr Lumley: “For many years, we have been driven by a passion to grow and evolve the ‘duck tour’ concept. By bringing together our extensive experience on both the manufacture and operation of our own amphibious vehicles, we are proud to be recognised as pioneers in the development and production of all-electric duck vehicles.
“We are excited to see Seahorse amphibious passenger vehicles begin operating in further cities across the globe in the near future.”
