Nordic Seaplanes partners with Elfly for all-electric seaplane fleet

Elfly Group, the developers of the all-electric seaplane programme ‘Noemi’ (no emissions), has announced a new partnership with Denmark’s Nordic Seaplanes. The agreement will make Nordic Seaplanes the world’s first airline to operate Noemi’s all-electric amphibious aircraft. The airline signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for five aircraft, with an option for an additional ten, marking a significant investment in the future of sustainable aviation. The total value of the agreement is estimated at US$150 million, with deliveries expected over the next decade.

This collaboration also extends beyond aircraft acquisition, as both companies will work together to explore new coastal markets outside Scandinavia. Since 2016, Nordic Seaplanes has successfully operated De Havilland Twin Otter floatplanes, providing valuable expertise in water operations. Its operational team will now partner with Elfly to share knowledge and experience as the company transitions towards the all-electric Noemi aircraft.

The agreement was signed by Ole Christiansen, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Nordic Seaplanes and Eric Lithun, CEO and founder of Elfly, during the debut Nordic Horizons – Toward Future Flight event in Copenhagen. The event was attended by industry leaders and media, highlighting the significance of this deal for the future of electric aviation.

Ole Christiansen expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We have a very successful operation with our Twin Otters, but we are excited to embrace a future into 2030 that is electric.” He emphasised that the investment in clean technology and sustainability will ensure the company’s future, both in Denmark and in other potential coastal markets.

Eric Lithun, CEO of Elfly, also praised the collaboration, stating, “We are delighted to partner with Nordic Seaplanes… together we aim to tap seaplane markets beyond Scandinavia.” This partnership marks a major step towards the realisation of no-emission seaplane travel, heralding what Lithun calls the “renaissance of the seaplane.”