Project timeline

2026
June

ZEVI 1 returns to Belfast for system upgrade

2026
February

Transformers installed in Kirkwall

2026
February

Recruitment underway for crew for the Zevi 1.

2026

Zevi 1 back in the water after technical upgrades and trials recommenced

2025
December

Milestone: the Artemis EF-24 Passenger ferry set for Orkney arrives in Belfast for fit out

2025
August

DC Fast Charging Infrastructure for the Artemis EF-24 Passenger ferry started in Eday

2025
July

Successful install and commissioning of 360kw charger for Zevi 1

2025

Regular technical and operational trials of ZEVI 1 in Orkney to test operational suitability.

2025
17 May

Zevi 1 vessel arrives in Orkney

2025
May

Vessel (Zevi 1) leaves Belfast.

2025
End of April

Zevi 1 vessel acceptance in Belfast

2024

Orkney Ferries training in Belfast

2023
September

Electric Orkney” project unveiled as part of UKSHORE’s Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure (ZEVI) competition winners.

2022
March

UK Government commits £206 million to set up the UK Shipping Office for Reducing Emissions (UK SHORE), dedicated to decarbonising the domestic maritime sector.