Gateway to Navi Mumbai Airport in 40 min: E-water taxis, marina to speed up commute

As work on the Rs 190 crore Gateway of India-Radio Club marina project has begun and the state govt has already announced plans for water taxis, the transport scenario on the city’s eastern waterfront is slated to offer citizens game-changing commute to the upcoming Navi Mumbai airport.E-water taxi project

Design of the new boatsComputer-guided underwater hydrofoil used to elevate hull out of water and minimise drag, giving illusion of flying.Hydrofoil boats consume much less energy than traditional high-speed ferries and operate at 18-30 knots.

Marina projectCurrently, 30-35L passengers travel each year from jetties along the Gateway of India to Elephanta, Alibaug, and Navi MumbaiGiven the huge potential, MMB has awarded contracts for the construction of marinas at Gateway of India and Radio Club, to tackle handling of 2.5 lakh+ passengers/year.How the marina and water taxis will help traffic bound for new airport

Deadline for the project is 2027. The marina project will have a parking facility for 150 cars, huge terminal waiting areas, a luggage handling system, an open air amphitheatre and e-golf carts for transportation.