Lucietta: Venice’s First Electric Water Taxi
Venice is taking another step towards cleaner urban transport with Lucietta, the city’s first fully electric water taxi. Developed by Swiss energy company Repower, the project combines modern technology with the traditional character of Venetian water transport.
Designed by Nauta Yachts Design and built by Cantiere Motonautico Serenella, Lucietta was created specifically for navigating Venice’s canals. The 9.3-metre boat has a recycled carbon-fibre hull, two open cockpits and a protected central area. Passenger seating at the stern can also be transformed into a sun lounger, while the interior combines mahogany with recycled Murano glass.
The boat is powered by a 200 kW electric motor and a 180 kWh battery, with a top speed of more than 50 km/h. With 14 passengers on board, Lucietta can operate for more than 16 hours at around 10 km/h, while at 20 km/h its range is approximately three hours.
The project has already received international recognition, including an Honorable Mention at the ADI Compasso d’Oro Awards.
Lucietta shows how electric propulsion can be adapted to the unique demands of Venice, offering a quieter and more sustainable approach to one of the world’s most iconic waterways.
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