The Future of Urban Transport is Marine
Water metro for modern cities
Zero-emission water metro launching in Sydney 2026. Faster, cleaner, and more cost-effective than roads, rail, or traditional ferries.
What is Water Roads?
Water Roads is the new standard in marine mobility. We are reshaping urban transit by introducing a zero-emission, high-frequency service that enhances and seamlessly integrates into existing transport systems. Our water metro system transforms under-utilized urban waterways into high-capacity transit corridors that move millions while reducing emissions.
Our proprietary technology activates underutilized public waterways, transforming them into high-capacity transit corridors at a fraction of the cost and time of traditional infrastructure. By leveraging existing waterways, we eliminate the need for billions in new roads, bridges, and rail lines—delivering metro-level service at a fraction of traditional infrastructure costs.
OUR APPROACH
A New Category in Urban Mobility
We combine the asset-light innovation of Uber and Airbnb with the reliability and integration of traditional public transit. This hybrid approach creates a compelling new category in urban mobility—one that delivers the convenience and efficiency of modern tech platforms with the dependability and scale of established transit systems.
Asset-Light Model
Minimal fixed infrastructure means faster deployment and lower capital requirements—like Uber and Airbnb, we leverage existing assets (waterways) rather than building from scratch.
Public Transit Reliability
Metro-level frequency, punctuality, and integration with existing transport networks—delivering the dependability passengers expect from traditional transit.
Scalable Innovation
Proven technology partners (Candela, Artemis) combined with flexible route deployment—enabling rapid expansion to cities worldwide.
Why Water Roads?
Faster Than Roads
Cut commute time by up to 70% with 95% on-time reliability — 20+ minutes faster than traditional ferries.
Zero Emissions
All-electric hydro foils with zero emissions and 85% less energy use — over 500 tonnes CO₂ saved annually per vessel.
Premium Comfort
Wake-free, smooth rides with all-weather reliability and a comfortable passenger cabin.
Sydney: Our First Launch
Proof-of-concept route launching in 2026, Rhodes ↔ Barangaroo. Faster, reliable journeys and tourism uplift across the Harbour.
Our Impact
We deliver transformative economic, social, and environmental benefits to cities worldwide. By leveraging existing waterways instead of building new infrastructure, we reduce congestion, improve accessibility, create jobs, and deliver cleaner, more sustainable cities—all at a fraction of traditional infrastructure costs.
70%
Travel Time Reduction
1,000+ tonnes
Annual CO₂ Reduction (Sydney project)
$50M+
Infrastructure Savings (vs. road alternative)
FOILING VESSELS
Cutting-Edge Technology Partners
Candela P-12
The Candela P-12 is the world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry. With computer-guided hydrofoils, it flies above the water, eliminating wake and reducing energy consumption by 80 % compared to traditional ferries.
Zero-emission
Hydrofoil
Quiet & Efficient
Artemis EF-14
Artemis Technologies develops high-performance electric vessels using hydrofoil technology originally developed for America’s Cup racing. Their eFoiler platform delivers unmatched efficiency and passenger comfort.
Zero-emission
Hydrofoil
Quiet & Efficient