Designs have been unveiled for a new 100% electric foiling fast ferry to be used in a Belfast to Bangor pilot scheme.

The 24m vessel will first be operated by Condor Ferries and carry up to 150 passengers along Belfast Lough in 25 minutes.

It will be powered by a patented electric propulsion system enabling it to fly above the water, which the company behind the plans says reduces fuel costs by up to 85% compared with conventional highspeed diesel ferries.