Advanced cruise vessels in Kochi ready to create a stir in cruise tourism

Kochi has some surprises up its sleeves to promote tourism in the region. It’s the latest advanced hydrofoil cruise vessel project that is making news in the cruise industry. If latest reports are to go by, the said hydrofoil cruise vessel will commence its very first journey soon.

As soon as the Directorate General of Shipping gives its nod, the cruise vessel project between Kochi and Kozhikode will start, giving the much needed boost to cruise tourism in Kerala. As of now, the high-speed vessel is getting spruced up to go on its maiden trip from Kochi.
The said project remained stalled for three years, which will now finally see the light of day. Being a pet project of Kerala State Ports Department, this hydrofoil cruise ship service will be the first-of-its-kind in this country, and will be operated in support of private parties.

Now, how does hydrofoil cruise vessel operate?

The vessel actually use the hydrofoil technology, which means the wing-like structures or the hydrofoils mounted below the hull of the vessels are able to develop enough lift that is typically required for lifting the vessels upward the water surface. The result will be less resistance from the water, thereby offering greater speed to the vessel.
The boat will automatically lift itself from the surface of water as it manages to reach the speed of 20 nautical miles. This will enable the vessel to rise up to 4 ft above the water surface, and by now only the boat propeller will be touching the water. The vessels will be able to accommodate 150 passengers at one time.