Frank Bonsaksen is leading fjord tourism forward.
In the heart of Norway’s world-renowned Geirangerfjord, a quiet revolution is taking place. Bonseye, a local tour operator, is leading the way by embracing electric boating—and showing how sustainability, performance, and a better guest experience can go hand in hand.
Frank Bonsaksen is leading fjord tourism forward.
Since 2024, Bonseye has been operating a fleet of three HyFoil boats powered by Evoy’s Breeze 120+ hp electric outboard motors. These sleek vessels are built for both performance and sustainability, offering tourists a smooth, silent ride through some of Norway’s most protected waters—without the emissions or engine noise of traditional boats.
Geirangerfjord is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and dramatic mountain farms. It’s also a region under environmental pressure from heavy tourism and cruise ship traffic. Bonseye is taking a proactive stance by providing zero-emission fjord tours, helping to reduce pollution and preserve the area’s natural beauty.
Each HyFoil boat seats 12 passengers and cruises at around 20 knots, completing up to nine trips a day during peak season. Their integrated foil system makes them more energy-efficient than traditional hulls, consuming just 3.6 kWh per nautical mile—even when fully loaded.
While each trip lasts about an hour, Bonseye rotates between the boats to keep the operation seamless. One charges while anothers are out on tour. With this rotation and fast-charging infrastructure, there’s no need for downtime.
Frank Bonsaksen, Bonseye Co-ownerNow I just plug in the boat, boil a coffee, check the Evoy app to see the charge level—and I’m ready for the day. I actually sleep 30 minutes longer.
One of the biggest hurdles in going electric commercially hasn’t been the technology—it’s been charging infrastructure. Founder Frank Bonsaksen explains that for years, they waited for a municipal charging solution in Geiranger, especially with expected regulations pushing for zero-emission operations by 2026. But as time passed with no action, Bonseye decided to take matters into their own hands.
The solution? Build their own charging setup.
Surprisingly, according to Frank, it wasn’t as expensive or complicated as expected. “We installed a transformer to convert 230 Volt to 400 Volt, a breaker box, and a Kempower DC charging trolley with dual cables—enough to charge two boats at once,” he says. “In total, it cost around 500–600,000 NOK. It’s something any Norwegian marina could do.”
Today, Bonseye has access to enough power on-site, providing fast, reliable charging between trips. Frank believes that if Norway’s goal is truly to reach zero emissions on the water by 2026, the government should offer stronger incentives for marinas—and recreational boaters—to install electric charging systems.
“We made it work because we had to. But for electric boating to scale, we need better infrastructure across the country.”
Evoy’s electric propulsion systems aren’t just better for the environment—they’re also easier to live with. Unlike a typical combustion engine with over 2,000 parts, an Evoy motor has just 4 moving parts, which means less maintenance, fewer breakdowns, and lower operational costs.
“With diesel, I’d be up early checking filters and fluids,” Frank explains. “Now I just plug in the boat, boil a coffee, check the Evoy app to see the charge level—and I’m ready for the day. I actually sleep 30 minutes longer.”
For businesses like Bonseye, these efficiencies matter. They’re not only improving sustainability, they’re also streamlining daily operations—all while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Bonseye installed their own charging solution in wait of the local municipality to move forward with a public solution.
While Bonseye still runs a few diesel vessels as part of a transition strategy, their long-term goal is clear: a fully electric fleet. And with local and national regulations moving toward stricter emission standards, their early adoption of electric boating positions them ahead of the curve.
Their partnership with Evoy is a model for the future of electric boat tourism—a future that’s already unfolding in Geirangerfjord.
Whether you’re in tourism, aquaculture, or commercial operations—Evoy’s electric motor systems deliver clean, powerful performance designed for real-world conditions.
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