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April 13, 2026
[The future of maritime defense takes flight with REGENT’s Squire Seaglider drone The future of maritime defense takes flight with REGENT’s Squire Seaglider drone
Squire flight demo advances defense mission readiness and underscores momentum across Seaglider test campaigns.
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March 11, 2026
[REGENT kicks off 2026 Seaglider test campaign REGENT kicks off 2026 Seaglider test campaign
Advancing sea trials of full-scale Viceroy Seaglider prototype and Squire Seaglider drone
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February 10, 2026
[REGENT briefs Secretary of War on Seaglider defense capabilities REGENT briefs Secretary of War on Seaglider defense capabilities
The meeting featured how Seaglider vessels can enable a range of critical missions for the warfighter.
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February 4, 2026
[REGENT announces Seaglider order from Synerjet to transform coastal transportation in Latin America REGENT announces Seaglider order from Synerjet to transform coastal transportation in Latin America
This order will bring Seaglider vessels to key coastal markets in Latin America.
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January 15, 2026
[REGENT announces Seaglider order from private member club ‘XXV’ for U.S. East Coast REGENT announces Seaglider order from private member club ‘XXV’ for U.S. East Coast
Private members club XXV has ordered 30 Seaglider vessels for U.S. East Coast.
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December 22, 2025
[REGENT announces breakthrough year marked by milestones across technology, business, and manufacturing REGENT announces breakthrough year marked by milestones across technology, business, and manufacturing
We validated full-scale Seaglider technology, accelerated global commercial and defense traction, and advanced toward first flight.
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November 19, 2025
[REGENT and DHL Express Sign Agreement for Sustainable Cargo Logistics REGENT and DHL Express Sign Agreement for Sustainable Cargo Logistics
The partnership will explore deployment of all-electric Seaglider vessels for sustainable cargo transport.
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November 16, 2025
[REGENT Demonstrates Seaglider Rescue Capabilities in Support of U.S. Marine Corps Partnership REGENT Demonstrates Seaglider Rescue Capabilities in Support of U.S. Marine Corps Partnership
Operations highlight how Seaglider vessels close critical gaps in maritime defense.
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November 14, 2025
[Final Beam Installed at World’s First Seaglider Manufacturing Facility Final Beam Installed at World’s First Seaglider Manufacturing Facility
The “topping-off” ceremony marks a major construction milestone.
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November 10, 2025
[REGENT to Reveal the Future of Maritime Mobility at Dubai Airshow REGENT to Reveal the Future of Maritime Mobility at Dubai Airshow
REGENT is headed to the Dubai Airshow.
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September 30, 2025
[REGENT Reveals Visuals of World’s First Seaglider Manufacturing Facility REGENT Reveals Visuals of World’s First Seaglider Manufacturing Facility
REGENT's Seaglider Manufacturing Facility will be located at 1 Seaglider Way.
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September 18, 2025
[REGENT and Fairlead Partner to Accelerate Seaglider Vessel Deployment and Advanced U.S. Maritime Capabilities REGENT and Fairlead Partner to Accelerate Seaglider Vessel Deployment and Advanced U.S. Maritime Capabilities
This represents a significant investment in America’s shipbuilding workforce and infrastructure.
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September 17, 2025
[REGENT and HITRANS Collaborate on Feasibility of Seaglider Vessels for North Scotland Coastal Travel REGENT and HITRANS Collaborate on Feasibility of Seaglider Vessels for North Scotland Coastal Travel
The partnership will position Seaglider vessels as viable option for North Scotland.
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August 28, 2025
[REGENT Defense Squire Prototype Cleared for Testing in Rhode Island REGENT Defense Squire Prototype Cleared for Testing in Rhode Island
U.S. Coast Guard clears REGENT Squire Seaglider prototype for testing.
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July 16, 2025
[‘REGENT Defense’ American-Made Seaglider Vessels Address Urgent National Security Need ‘REGENT Defense’ American-Made Seaglider Vessels Address Urgent National Security Need
REGENT Defense meets rising maritime national security needs.
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June 24, 2025
[REGENT Completes Successful First Foil Testing in Seaglider Sea Trials REGENT Completes Successful First Foil Testing in Seaglider Sea Trials
The latest sea trial campaign tests the vessel’s hydrofoiling capability on water ahead of the first flight later this year.
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May 20, 2025
[ADNOC L&S Partners with REGENT to Trial High-Speed Electric Seagliders for Offshore Transportation ADNOC L&S Partners with REGENT to Trial High-Speed Electric Seagliders for Offshore Transportation
Seagliders will lower the costs of transporting passengers to and from offshore energy infrastructure.
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May 14, 2025
[UrbanLink Increases REGENT Seaglider Order, Accelerating Vision for Zero-Emission Coastal Transportation in Florida and Puerto Rico UrbanLink Increases REGENT Seaglider Order, Accelerating Vision for Zero-Emission Coastal Transportation in Florida and Puerto Rico
UrbanLink will operate seagliders between key coastal hubs in Southern Florida and Puerto Rico.
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May 7, 2025
[REGENT Announces Seaglider Crew Training Process and Partner, FAAC Incorporated REGENT Announces Seaglider Crew Training Process and Partner, FAAC Incorporated
REGENT's seaglider crew program will be U.S.Coast Guard-approved and will focus on simulation training and classroom material.
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March 26, 2025
[REGENT Extends Contract with U.S. Marine Corps to Demonstrate Seaglider Technology for Defense Operations REGENT Extends Contract with U.S. Marine Corps to Demonstrate Seaglider Technology for Defense Operations
The second phase of the agreement is currently estimated at $10 million with opportunities for extension.
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March 20, 2025
[REGENT Submits Design Basis Agreement to U.S. Coast Guard, Advancing Seaglider Certification REGENT Submits Design Basis Agreement to U.S. Coast Guard, Advancing Seaglider Certification
REGENT Craft submits its Design Basis Agreement for the Viceroy seaglider to the U.S. Coast Guard, advancing the seaglider maritime certific
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March 6, 2025
[REGENT Begins Sea Trials of First Passenger-Carrying Seaglider REGENT Begins Sea Trials of First Passenger-Carrying Seaglider
REGENT Craft reveals the first full-scale seaglider prototype, a novel high-speed maritime vessel that connects coastal destinations.
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February 26, 2025
[REGENT Signs Initial Agreement with Strategic Development Fund to Set Up a Joint Venture for Seaglider Manufacturing and Services in the UAE REGENT Signs Initial Agreement with Strategic Development Fund to Set Up a Joint Venture for Seaglider Manufacturing and Services in the UAE
The Joint Venture will bring manufacturing and aftermarket services for seagliders to the UAE.
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February 6, 2025
[REGENT’s Billy Thalheimer to Address Global Leaders at World Governments Summit REGENT’s Billy Thalheimer to Address Global Leaders at World Governments Summit
Billy will share his insights on the future of maritime mobility and the role of the seaglider.
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January 27, 2025
[Groundbreaking: World’s First Seaglider Manufacturing Facility Takes Shape in Rhode Island Groundbreaking: World’s First Seaglider Manufacturing Facility Takes Shape in Rhode Island
REGENT broke ground on its Seaglider Manufacturing Facility in an event with Rhode Island public officials and QDC.
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October 29, 2024
[UME Shipping Will Be First Delivery Customer of REGENT’s Monarch Seaglider UME Shipping Will Be First Delivery Customer of REGENT’s Monarch Seaglider
UME’s order will bring REGENT's Monarch seagliders to the Red Sea.
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October 1, 2024
[REGENT Begins Next Phase of Full-Scale Seaglider Prototype Development REGENT Begins Next Phase of Full-Scale Seaglider Prototype Development
REGENT announces the start of hardware and systems integration of its full-scale seaglider prototype.
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September 30, 2024
[Rhode Island Awards REGENT New Incentives to Support Expansion Rhode Island Awards REGENT New Incentives to Support Expansion
The incentives will support the seaglider manufacturer's expansion in the state.
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September 25, 2024
[REGENT Announces UrbanLink Air Mobility Has Ordered Seagliders for South Florida and Puerto Rico REGENT Announces UrbanLink Air Mobility Has Ordered Seagliders for South Florida and Puerto Rico
UrbanLink has ordered 27 REGENT seagliders to service South Florida and Puerto Rico.
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September 5, 2024
[Survey: Convenience, Comfort, and Cost Matter Most to Travelers Survey: Convenience, Comfort, and Cost Matter Most to Travelers
The survey evaluated transportation habits and preferences of more than 4,000 coastal residents.
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August 29, 2024
[REGENT Receives U.S. Coast Guard Approval for Seaglider Prototype Testing REGENT Receives U.S. Coast Guard Approval for Seaglider Prototype Testing
This approval allows REGENT to test its full-scale seaglider prototype in Narragansett Bay and Rhode Island Sound.
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August 1, 2024
[REGENT Celebrates 2 Years in Rhode Island REGENT Celebrates 2 Years in Rhode Island
The seaglider company has created over 135 jobs and reinvested $22 million into the state.
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July 25, 2024
[REGENT Opens D.C. Office, Expands Seaglider Advisory Board REGENT Opens D.C. Office, Expands Seaglider Advisory Board
The REGENT D.C. office will support seaglider maritime certification and advance the company’s dual-use mission.
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June 25, 2024
[REGENT Announces Strategic Investment from Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) REGENT Announces Strategic Investment from Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL)
The strategic investment from MOL Switch will support REGENT in bringing its all-electric seagliders to market.
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May 29, 2024
[Lloyd’s Register and REGENT Partner on Certification for All-Electric Seaglider Lloyd’s Register and REGENT Partner on Certification for All-Electric Seaglider
Lloyd’s Register will provide certification and advisory services for REGENT’s 12-passenger Viceroy seagliders.
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May 6, 2024
[REGENT and MONTE Announce $300 Million Seaglider Partnership to Advance Sustainable Maritime Travel REGENT and MONTE Announce $300 Million Seaglider Partnership to Advance Sustainable Maritime Travel
REGENT and MONTE announce a $300 million deal that will provide financing solutions for seagliders.
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April 26, 2024
[REGENT Advances the Future of Coastal Transportation in Abu Dhabi REGENT Advances the Future of Coastal Transportation in Abu Dhabi
REGENT's new collaborations in Abu Dhabi signaled intent to develop a robust seaglider ecosystem in the UAE.
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March 7, 2024
REGENT Craft Announces Strategic Investment from H.I.S..avif) REGENT Craft Announces Strategic Investment from H.I.S.
REGENT announced a strategic investment from H.I.S. Group, one of Japan’s largest travel agencies.
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January 12, 2024
[Hawaiʻi Seaglider Initiative Launches with Airlines and Other Local Partners to Provide Affordable & Accessible Kamaʻāina Transportation Hawaiʻi Seaglider Initiative Launches with Airlines and Other Local Partners to Provide Affordable & Accessible Kamaʻāina Transportation
The initiative will deliver a new affordable and accessible transportation option to Hawaiʻi communities.
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October 18, 2023
[REGENT Signs $4.75 Million Agreement with U.S. Marine Corps to Demonstrate Seaglider Technology in the Littorals REGENT Signs $4.75 Million Agreement with U.S. Marine Corps to Demonstrate Seaglider Technology in the Littorals
REGENT signed an agreement with the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab to demonstrate seaglider technology for defense logistics operations.
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October 12, 2023
[REGENT Announces Deal with Surf Air to Establish Seaglider Service in Miami REGENT Announces Deal with Surf Air to Establish Seaglider Service in Miami
REGENT partnered with Surf Air Mobility to establish a base for seaglider operations in Miami.
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October 5, 2023
[REGENT Raises $60M Series A to Define New Era of Sustainable Transportation REGENT Raises $60M Series A to Define New Era of Sustainable Transportation
REGENT has raised $60 million in Series A funding co-led by 8090 Industries and Founders Fund.
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May 31, 2023
[REGENT Seagliders Expand to Philippines with INAEC Aviation Corporation Deal REGENT Seagliders Expand to Philippines with INAEC Aviation Corporation Deal
REGENT signed an agreement with INAEC Aviation Corporation to bring seagliders to the Philippines.
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May 22, 2023
[REGENT Selects Moore Brothers Company as Key Vendor for Full-Scale Seaglider Components REGENT Selects Moore Brothers Company as Key Vendor for Full-Scale Seaglider Components
REGENT selected Bristol-based Moore Brothers Company to provide the wing and hull for its full-scale seaglider prototype.
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April 14, 2023
[REGENT Unveils Full-Scale Mock-Up of Revolutionary Seaglider, Plans for Manufacturing Facilities REGENT Unveils Full-Scale Mock-Up of Revolutionary Seaglider, Plans for Manufacturing Facilities
REGENT unveiled the full-scale mock-up of its human carrying seaglider prototype.
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April 12, 2023
[REGENT Names Aerospace Titans Dennis Muilenburg and David Neeleman to Board of Advisors REGENT Names Aerospace Titans Dennis Muilenburg and David Neeleman to Board of Advisors
REGENT named Dennis Muilenburg and David Neeleman to its Board of Advisors.
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March 28, 2023
[REGENT Announces Strategic Investment from Yamato Holdings REGENT Announces Strategic Investment from Yamato Holdings
REGENT announced a strategic investment from Yamato Holdings, Japan’s largest parcel delivery and logistics company.
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March 22, 2023
[REGENT Announces Strategic Investment from Lockheed Martin Ventures REGENT Announces Strategic Investment from Lockheed Martin Ventures
REGENT received a strategic investment from Lockheed Martin Ventures.
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March 2, 2023
[REGENT Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023 REGENT Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023
REGENT was named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023.
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January 26, 2023
[REGENT Secures Strategic Investment from Japan Airlines Innovation Fund REGENT Secures Strategic Investment from Japan Airlines Innovation Fund
REGENT announced a strategic investment from Japan Airlines Innovation Fund, the venture arm of Japan Airlines.
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November 4, 2022
[REGENT Announces Defense Advisory Board Comprised of Former Senior Military Leaders REGENT Announces Defense Advisory Board Comprised of Former Senior Military Leaders
REGENT announced the formation of a Defense Advisory Board.
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October 4, 2022
[REGENT Expands Global Customer Base with Germany-based Worldwide Ferry Operator FRS REGENT Expands Global Customer Base with Germany-based Worldwide Ferry Operator FRS
REGENT announced that FRS, the worldwide ferry operator based in Germany, has entered into an agreement seagliders to its fleet.
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September 30, 2022
[REGENT and TotalEnergies Partner to Explore Use of Electric Seaglider for Maritime Travel to Offshore Energy Platforms REGENT and TotalEnergies Partner to Explore Use of Electric Seaglider for Maritime Travel to Offshore Energy Platforms
Partners will pilot the REGENT seaglider at offshore wind farms and oil rigs.
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September 15, 2022
[REGENT Completes World’s First All-Electric Seaglider Flight Unlocking a New Era of Maritime Mobility REGENT Completes World’s First All-Electric Seaglider Flight Unlocking a New Era of Maritime Mobility
REGENT's seaglider completed its first successful series of flights.
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August 30, 2022
[REGENT Receives Classification Approval in Principle for a Wing-in-Ground Vessel from Bureau Veritas REGENT Receives Classification Approval in Principle for a Wing-in-Ground Vessel from Bureau Veritas
REGENT received an Approval in Principle from Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore.
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August 2, 2022
[REGENT and Siemens collaborate for revolutionary zero-emission seaglider REGENT and Siemens collaborate for revolutionary zero-emission seaglider
REGENT adopted the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of cloud-based software and services.
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June 21, 2022
[REGENT and Pacific Current, a subsidiary of Hawaiian Electric Industries, Announce the Development of a Seaglider Transportation Network in the State of Hawai‘i REGENT and Pacific Current, a subsidiary of Hawaiian Electric Industries, Announce the Development of a Seaglider Transportation Network in the State of Hawai‘i
REGENT announced a partnership to create a seaglider transportation network Hawai‘i.
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May 11, 2022
[REGENT Announces a Strategic Investment from Hawaiian Airlines REGENT Announces a Strategic Investment from Hawaiian Airlines
REGENT today announced that Hawaiian Airlines has agreed to strategically invest in the company.
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April 20, 2022
[REGENT Publicly Displays Seaglider Prototype for the First Time During CoMotion Miami REGENT Publicly Displays Seaglider Prototype for the First Time During CoMotion Miami
REGENT unveiled a prototype of the company’s all-electric seaglider for the first time to the public, live at CoMotion Miami (April 20-21), the new mobility conference, in front of a crowd of policymakers and innovative global transportation and technology companies.
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April 20, 2022
[REGENT Announces Deal with New Zealand’s Ocean Flyer to Purchase 25 All-Electric Seagliders in $427M Deal REGENT Announces Deal with New Zealand’s Ocean Flyer to Purchase 25 All-Electric Seagliders in $427M Deal
New Zealand-based Ocean Flyer has entered into a commercial agreement with REGENT.
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March 8, 2022
[REGENT Announces allocortech as Avionics Components Partner for Seaglider Technical Demonstrator Vehicle REGENT Announces allocortech as Avionics Components Partner for Seaglider Technical Demonstrator Vehicle
REGENT announced that allocortech will support its seaglider prototype.
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February 4, 2022
[REGENT Raises $18M from Strategic Investors to Accelerate Development of its Full Scale, 12-Passenger Prototype REGENT Raises $18M from Strategic Investors to Accelerate Development of its Full Scale, 12-Passenger Prototype
REGENT closed a strategic $18M financing round to support the development of its seaglider.
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January 13, 2022
[REGENT Selects Moore Brothers Company as Builder of Seaglider Technical Demonstrator Vehicle REGENT Selects Moore Brothers Company as Builder of Seaglider Technical Demonstrator Vehicle
REGENT announced its seaglider prototype will be built in collaboration with the Moore Brothers Company.
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December 16, 2021
[REGENT Selects Tampa as Seaglider Testing Location for Q1 2022 REGENT Selects Tampa as Seaglider Testing Location for Q1 2022
REGENT announced that Tampa, Florida, will be the location of seaglider technology demonstrator testing.
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December 1, 2021
[Southern Airways Express Purchases 20 REGENT Seagliders for their U.S. East Coast Operations in $250M Deal Southern Airways Express Purchases 20 REGENT Seagliders for their U.S. East Coast Operations in $250M Deal
Southern Airways Express has entered into a commercial agreement REGENT.
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July 28, 2021
[Split Express Places Provisional Order for REGENT Seagliders; Pioneers in Safe, High-Speed, Zero-Emission Transportation Split Express Places Provisional Order for REGENT Seagliders; Pioneers in Safe, High-Speed, Zero-Emission Transportation
Adriatic Fast Ferries signed a letter of intent to purchase REGENT seagliders.
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June 15, 2021
[Brittany Ferries eyes zero-emission, sea-skimming ‘flying ferries’ Brittany Ferries eyes zero-emission, sea-skimming ‘flying ferries’
Brittany Ferries has signed a letter of intent with REGENT.
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April 29, 2021
[REGENT Craft Inc, announces the launch of the world’s first seaglider, an electric flying machine set to transport passengers along coastal routes by 2025 REGENT Craft Inc, announces the launch of the world’s first seaglider, an electric flying machine set to transport passengers along coastal routes by 2025
REGENT announced the launch of their new all-electric vehicle, the seaglider.
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April 15, 2026
[Aviation Week: REGENT flies Squire drone in first wing-in-ground effect test Aviation Week: REGENT flies Squire drone in first wing-in-ground effect test
This marks a key step in the development of the company’s emerging defense product line
April 14, 2026
[Sky News: How REGENT Defense is transforming maritime defense Sky News: How REGENT Defense is transforming maritime defense
Tom Huntley recently spoke to Sky News about how Seagliders can benefit maritime defense operations.
April 1, 2026
[Shephard Media: Iran and the future of amphibious operations Shephard Media: Iran and the future of amphibious operations
Roundup of maritime defense technologies features REGENT Defense
March 27, 2026
[Defense Tech Underground Podcast: Seagliders and the future of maritime defense Defense Tech Underground Podcast: Seagliders and the future of maritime defense
Listen to General Manager of REGENT Defense, Tom Huntley, discuss the future of maritime defense
March 12, 2026
[Boston Globe: Business leaders on surviving and thriving in the Ocean State Boston Globe: Business leaders on surviving and thriving in the Ocean State
Listen to Billy Thalheimer and four other local business leaders share small business insights.
February 19, 2026
[Inquirer and Mirror: Flying boats may soon connect Boston and Nantucket Inquirer and Mirror: Flying boats may soon connect Boston and Nantucket
REGENT Craft partners with XXV to bring Seagliders to Nantucket, offering seamless travel between Boston and the island.
January 30, 2026
[Boston Globe: Ocean technology is paving R.I.’s path to economic growth Boston Globe: Ocean technology is paving R.I.’s path to economic growth
Companies like REGENT are showing how the Blue Economy will drive growth.
January 5, 2026
[Boston Globe: This Seaglider is poised to be the world's largest electric vehicle to ever fly Boston Globe: This Seaglider is poised to be the world's largest electric vehicle to ever fly
Q&A with Billy Thalheimer on 2025 achievements and a look ahead
December 11, 2025
[REGENT named one of WIRED's top 6 electric vehicles of 2026 REGENT named one of WIRED's top 6 electric vehicles of 2026
WIRED names REGENT as one of the top electric vehicle companies of 2026.
December 8, 2025
[Janes: Viceroy WIG prototype demonstrates medevac, casevac capabilities for marine corps Janes: Viceroy WIG prototype demonstrates medevac, casevac capabilities for marine corps
REGENT Defense GM Tom Huntley speaks with Janes about the recent Seaglider rescue demonstrations.
November 27, 2025
[Sustainability in the Air: How REGENT is creating a fundamentally new mode of transportation Sustainability in the Air: How REGENT is creating a fundamentally new mode of transportation
Billy Thalheimer speaks about how Seaglider vessels increase efficiencies.
November 20, 2025
[The National: Catch a Seaglider for the price of a taxi The National: Catch a Seaglider for the price of a taxi
UAE coverage of REGENT at the Dubai Airshow
November 19, 2025
[Transport and Logistics Middle East: DHL Express and REGENT Craft to Launch Zero-Emission Seaglider Cargo Routes Transport and Logistics Middle East: DHL Express and REGENT Craft to Launch Zero-Emission Seaglider Cargo Routes
Collaboration will assess the integration of Seaglider technology into DHL’s regional and coastal logistics operations.
November 19, 2025
[Aerospace Global: REGENT Viceroy Seaglider in spotlight at Dubai Airshow Aerospace Global: REGENT Viceroy Seaglider in spotlight at Dubai Airshow
Coverage of REGENT at Dubai Airshow
October 13, 2025
[New York Times: Factory Towns Revive as Defense Tech Makers Arrive New York Times: Factory Towns Revive as Defense Tech Makers Arrive
Start-ups like REGENT are revitalizing American manufacturing.
October 7, 2025
[Washington Post: Maritime power in the drone age Washington Post: Maritime power in the drone age
Billy Thalheimer on Seagliders, flexible contracting, and the new tech of war
October 2, 2025
[Fortune: How transportation startups feel about Trump 2.0 Fortune: How transportation startups feel about Trump 2.0
Coverage of REGENT at UP.Summit 2025.
September 24, 2025
Axios: Spotted: REGENT's electric seaglider conducts sea trials off Rhode Island.svg.png) Axios: Spotted: REGENT's electric seaglider conducts sea trials off Rhode Island
Axios spots the Seaglider prototype in the wild
September 22, 2025
[The Defense Post: REGENT, Fairlead partner to advance US Navy Seaglider fleet The Defense Post: REGENT, Fairlead partner to advance US Navy Seaglider fleet
Coverage of REGENT-Fairlead partnership
September 19, 2025
[The Independent: This ‘flying boat’ could be the future of travel in Scotland The Independent: This ‘flying boat’ could be the future of travel in Scotland
"This vessel can travel in water, skim across the surface, or fly at low level."
September 18, 2025
[eVTOL Insights: REGENT’s Adam Triolo on Building the Future of Coastal Mobility with its all-electric Seagliders eVTOL Insights: REGENT’s Adam Triolo on Building the Future of Coastal Mobility with its all-electric Seagliders
Adam shares updates on REGENT’s exciting development roadmap.
September 18, 2025
[BBC: Project hopes to use Seagliders for coastal travel BBC: Project hopes to use Seagliders for coastal travel
Coverage of REGENT-HITRANS partnership
September 17, 2025
[The Times: Hi-tech 180mph vessel mooted for use in Highlands and Islands The Times: Hi-tech 180mph vessel mooted for use in Highlands and Islands
"A novel mode of transport is being considered for use in Scotland."
September 12, 2025
[Defense Tech Signals: How Seagliders will support the Indo-Pacific fight Defense Tech Signals: How Seagliders will support the Indo-Pacific fight
"Wing-in-Ground craft like REGENT's Seagliders can return flexibility to the Indo-Pacific fight."
August 31, 2025
[Tech Crunch: The intersection of boats, autonomy, and planes. Tech Crunch: The intersection of boats, autonomy, and planes.
Roundup features Billy's recent Autonocast podcast with TechCrunch Mobility.
August 28, 2025
[Autonocast: Billy Thalheimer of REGENT Autonocast: Billy Thalheimer of REGENT
"Billy Thalheimer explains why the only thing more awesome than a Lun-Class Ekranoplan is a wing-in-ground-effect vehicle that works."
August 20, 2025
[ABC News: Watch this winged ferry on Narragansett Bay ABC News: Watch this winged ferry on Narragansett Bay
Feature on REGENT's Seaglider prototype testing
August 20, 2025
[Washington Post: Regent Craft is testing a new type of winged passenger ferry on Narragansett Bay Washington Post: Regent Craft is testing a new type of winged passenger ferry on Narragansett Bay
Feature on REGENT's Viceroy Seaglider prototype potential for transportation
August 20, 2025
[Associated Press: How a ship that glides like a pelican could change travel and defense Associated Press: How a ship that glides like a pelican could change travel and defense
The winged passenger ferry gliding over the surface of Narragansett Bay could be a new method of transportation or a new kind of warship.
August 18, 2025
[Providence Journal: Wings on the water. Providence Journal: Wings on the water.
REGENT seaglider prepares to take flight on Narragansett Bay.
August 6, 2025
[Valley of Depth: Float. Foil. Fly., with Billy Thalheimer Valley of Depth: Float. Foil. Fly., with Billy Thalheimer
"Billy walks us through Regent’s founding story, from MIT aerodynamics to launching the world’s largest electric flying machine."
August 6, 2025
NBC: First look at REGENT Seaglider prototype testing in Narragansett Bay.svg) NBC: First look at REGENT Seaglider prototype testing in Narragansett Bay
NBC covers REGENT Seaglider prototype testing.
August 5, 2025
[Financial Times: Boom for defense tech start-ups Financial Times: Boom for defense tech start-ups
The Financial Times featured REGENT's dual-use capabilities as part of story about the rise of defense tech companies.
July 24, 2025
[Atoms not Bits: REGENT's Seaglider vessels are built for civilian transit and military missions Atoms not Bits: REGENT's Seaglider vessels are built for civilian transit and military missions
What does it take to build a dual-use company?
July 21, 2025
[Defense One: Flying boats pitched at 'Reindustrialize' event Defense One: Flying boats pitched at 'Reindustrialize' event
July 20, 2025
[The New York Times: Two Days Inside the Movement to ‘Reindustrialize,’ and Rearm, America The New York Times: Two Days Inside the Movement to ‘Reindustrialize,’ and Rearm, America
Feature on Reindustrialize Summit 2025 included our Viceroy interior cabin mock-up.
July 17, 2025
[TBPN: The strategic importance of Seaglider vessels in defense TBPN: The strategic importance of Seaglider vessels in defense
Co-founder and CEO Billy Thalheimer spoke with the Technology Brothers podcast about how Seaglider vessels will unlock new capabilities for
July 16, 2025
[Financial Times: Defence start-ups fill manufacturing gap Financial Times: Defence start-ups fill manufacturing gap
The Financial Times covers REGENT Defense announcement.
July 9, 2025
[Robb Report: 5 Next-Gen Amphibious Aircraft That Will Soon Hit the Skies Robb Report: 5 Next-Gen Amphibious Aircraft That Will Soon Hit the Skies
May 1, 2025
[Inc. Magazine on REGENT's unique business strategy Inc. Magazine on REGENT's unique business strategy
Inc Senior Editor Rob Verger takes a deep dive into REGENT's unique approach to seaglider innovation, business strategy, and certification.
April 11, 2025
[How REGENT is driving innovation in Rhode Island How REGENT is driving innovation in Rhode Island
REGENT Co-founders Billy Thalheimer and Mike Klinker spoke with SelectRI about their vision for the Ocean State.
March 27, 2025
[Fox News: Marine Corps bets on electric seagliders 'invisible' to enemy radar Fox News: Marine Corps bets on electric seagliders 'invisible' to enemy radar
New phase of testing will focus on examining the seaglider's capabilities on medical evacuation missions.
March 7, 2025
[TBPN: Seaglider vessels and the advantages of going electric TBPN: Seaglider vessels and the advantages of going electric
Co-founder and CEO Billy Thalheimer speaks with TBPN about REGENT's Viceroy Seaglider prototype and sea trials.
March 6, 2025
[The Air Current: How REGENT's seaglider is melding maritime and aviation tech The Air Current: How REGENT's seaglider is melding maritime and aviation tech
The Air Current analyzes what REGENT's mix of maritime and aviation tech means for seaglider development and certification.
March 6, 2025
[Forbes: REGENT Craft’s All-Electric-Powered Hydrofoiling Seaglider Begins On-Water Testing Forbes: REGENT Craft’s All-Electric-Powered Hydrofoiling Seaglider Begins On-Water Testing
"REGENT Craft appears to be making strides towards creating an entirely new mode of coastal transportation."
February 26, 2025
[Monocle: Wings of Change Monocle: Wings of Change
Billy Thalheimer speaks with the Monocle about how seagliders will transform coastal transportation.
February 18, 2025
[Dubai Eye: Updates on seaglider momentum in the UAE Dubai Eye: Updates on seaglider momentum in the UAE
Billy Thalheimer discusses his vision for seagliders in the UAE and the latest progress.
February 7, 2025
[RTI Podcast: How REGENT Craft is Redefining Travel RTI Podcast: How REGENT Craft is Redefining Travel
Lead Vehicle Software EngineerEvan Orenstein explain the importance of real-time data analysis.
January 27, 2025
[WPRI: New Quonset seaglider facility to create hundreds of jobs WPRI: New Quonset seaglider facility to create hundreds of jobs
Coverage of groundbreaking of the Seaglider Manufacturing Facility
December 23, 2024
[Hawaii Tribune Herald: State agencies show interest in proposed seacraft Hawaii Tribune Herald: State agencies show interest in proposed seacraft
Three state agencies have joined the Hawaii Seaglider Initiative.
December 12, 2024
[Logistics News Middle East: Awakening the Waves Logistics News Middle East: Awakening the Waves
Shadi El Abdallah, Managing Director – Middle East at REGENT, unveils the revolutionary potential of Viceroy seagliders.
November 15, 2024
[NBC10: Rhode Island company working towards introducing all-electric seagliders for travel NBC10: Rhode Island company working towards introducing all-electric seagliders for travel
NBC 10 visited REGENT in North Kingstown to cover the latest on seaglider development.
November 7, 2024
[Yale Climate Connections: Battery-powered seaglider could make coastal travel more climate-friendly Yale Climate Connections: Battery-powered seaglider could make coastal travel more climate-friendly
Billy Thalheimer explains how seagliders will be better for the climate than alternative modes of transportation.
October 31, 2024
[Shippax: UME Shipping will be first delivery customer of REGENT’s Monarch seaglider Shippax: UME Shipping will be first delivery customer of REGENT’s Monarch seaglider
Shippax covers REGENT's announcement of its first Monarch delivery customer, UME Shipping.
October 30, 2024
[Builder Nation: Rahul Dhond on Procurement Strategy Builder Nation: Rahul Dhond on Procurement Strategy
REGENT Head of Supply Chain Rahul Dhond talks procurement strategy with the Builder Nation podcast.
October 13, 2024
[Atoms Not Bits: Interview with Billy Thalheimer Atoms Not Bits: Interview with Billy Thalheimer
Atoms Nots Bits interviewed Billy Thalheimer about REGENT, Rhode Island, and seaglider next steps.
October 10, 2024
[AOPA: Billy Thalheimer interview AOPA: Billy Thalheimer interview
Billy Thalheimer spoke with AOPA about seagliders at UP.Summit 2024.
October 9, 2024
[Zag Daily: REGENT enters next phase of seaglider prototype development Zag Daily: REGENT enters next phase of seaglider prototype development
Zag Daily spoke with Mike Klinker, REGENT co-founder and CTO, about the next steps for seagliders.
October 2, 2024
[Flying Magazine: Regent Begins Assembling Electric Seaglider Prototype for Crewed Testing Flying Magazine: Regent Begins Assembling Electric Seaglider Prototype for Crewed Testing
Flying Magazine covered news of the start of seaglider prototype integration.
October 1, 2024
[Providence Business News: REGENT Craft Inc. gets OK for $4M more in incentives from R.I. Commerce Providence Business News: REGENT Craft Inc. gets OK for $4M more in incentives from R.I. Commerce
Rhode Island awarded REGENT 4 million in combined financing and tax incentives.
September 26, 2024
[South Florida Business Journal: Air taxi company adds electric seagliders to transportation network South Florida Business Journal: Air taxi company adds electric seagliders to transportation network
UrbanLink has ordered 27 REGENT seagliders.
August 29, 2024
[Maritime Executive: USCG Clears REGENT's Wing-in-Ground Craft for Full-Scale Human Testing Maritime Executive: USCG Clears REGENT's Wing-in-Ground Craft for Full-Scale Human Testing
The U.S. Coast Guard’s approval allows the company to test its full-scale seaglider prototype in Rhode Island.
July 31, 2024
[Providence Journal: Will seagliders be the future of travel on Narragansett Bay? Providence Journal: Will seagliders be the future of travel on Narragansett Bay?
This feature showcases REGENT's growth and progress in Rhode Island.
July 27, 2024
[Aviation Week: REGENT Opens D.C. Office; Hires Former FAA Chief Dickson Aviation Week: REGENT Opens D.C. Office; Hires Former FAA Chief Dickson
Billy Thalheimer spoke to Aviation Week about the latest updates in our seaglider certification process.
July 1, 2024
[Dubai Eye: Opportunities for seagliders in the UAE Dubai Eye: Opportunities for seagliders in the UAE
Billy Thalheimer spoke with Georgia Tolley" about the growing ecosystem for seagliders in the UAE.
June 27, 2024
[CNN: How seagliders could transform travel CNN: How seagliders could transform travel
Billy Thalheimer spoke with CNN's Julia Chatterley.
June 12, 2024
[CNN: Electric ‘seagliders’ that skim over water could make ferries a thing of the past CNN: Electric ‘seagliders’ that skim over water could make ferries a thing of the past
Billy Thalheimer spoke to CNN about the potential for seagliders to transform coastal transportation.
May 29, 2024
[TradeWinds: Wing-in-ground effect vessels take next step toward zero-emission travel TradeWinds: Wing-in-ground effect vessels take next step toward zero-emission travel
"Wing-in-ground effect vessels take next step toward zero-emission travel. Our sustainability newsletter explores."
May 22, 2024
[Flight Global: US regulators given two years to define wing-in-ground-effect craft oversight Flight Global: US regulators given two years to define wing-in-ground-effect craft oversight
What the Federal Aviation Administration’s new funding law means for seagliders
May 6, 2024
[The Maritime Executive: Wing-in-Ground Craft Startup REGENT Secures $300M Leasing Deal The Maritime Executive: Wing-in-Ground Craft Startup REGENT Secures $300M Leasing Deal
REGENT has secured a $300 million purchase-and-lease agreement with green shipping finance company Monte Maritime.
April 25, 2024
[The National: Seagliders that will travel from Abu Dhabi to Dubai in 25 minutes to be built in UAE The National: Seagliders that will travel from Abu Dhabi to Dubai in 25 minutes to be built in UAE
Abu Dhabi's Department of Transport to trial use of Regent seagliders to connect islands and emirates
March 14, 2024
[Tough Tech Today: Reimagining coastal transportation Tough Tech Today: Reimagining coastal transportation
Billy Thalheimer spoke with Jonathan Miller about reimagining all-electric transportation.
January 20, 2024
[Robb Report: Seaplanes Are Back and They’re Cooler Than Ever. Here’s Why. Robb Report: Seaplanes Are Back and They’re Cooler Than Ever. Here’s Why.
"After years of obsolescence, flying boats are remerging with electrical overhauls and more."
October 5, 2023
[CNBC: REGENT aims to fly its electric seagliders in Japan CNBC: REGENT aims to fly its electric seagliders in Japan
This segment and article showed how REGENT aims to disrupt coastal travel.
June 13, 2023
[Chronicle 5 WCVB-Boston: REGENT seagliders on the water Chronicle 5 WCVB-Boston: REGENT seagliders on the water
Co-founders Mike Klinker and Billy Thalheimer speak to Chronicle 5 WCVB-Boston.
June 6, 2023
[The Vertical Space: Billy Thalheimer, REGENT and coastal transportation The Vertical Space: Billy Thalheimer, REGENT and coastal transportation
Billy Thalheimer joins "The Vertical Space" to discuss seagliders.
May 31, 2023
[Building the Base: Billy Thalheimer Building the Base: Billy Thalheimer
Billy Thalheimer discusses seaglider potential on "Building the Base."
March 2, 2023
[Fast Company: The 10 most innovative companies in transportation of 2023 Fast Company: The 10 most innovative companies in transportation of 2023
REGENT was named on the annual list of top companies in transportation.
February 15, 2023
[CNN: How we'll travel in 2050 CNN: How we'll travel in 2050
CNN's "The Next Frontier" featured REGENT seagliders as a influential innovation.
January 5, 2023
[Over the Air: Reinventing Sea Travel with Billy Thalheimer of REGENT Over the Air: Reinventing Sea Travel with Billy Thalheimer of REGENT
Billy Thalheimer spoke with "Over the Air" about solving a key challenge in coastal travel.
December 5, 2022
[ABC6: Quonset Business Park celebrates its 13,000th employee ABC6: Quonset Business Park celebrates its 13,000th employee
A REGENT employee was Quonset Business Park’s 13,000th employee.
November 4, 2022
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"REGENT hopes to replace coastal short-haul flights and ferries with a zero-emission, affordable new mode of transportation."
October 4, 2022
[TotalEnergies eyes seagliders for offshore platform crew transfers TotalEnergies eyes seagliders for offshore platform crew transfers
"Are all-electric seagliders the future for getting personnel to offshore platforms?"
September 30, 2022
[Nice Presse: a new 100% carbon-free means of transport presented in Nice (French) Nice Presse: a new 100% carbon-free means of transport presented in Nice (French)
REGENT made news in France for its all-electric seaglider design.
September 29, 2022
[SAE International: Zero Emission Island Hopping with Seagliders SAE International: Zero Emission Island Hopping with Seagliders
September 22, 2022
[CNN: See an electric seaglider take flight CNN: See an electric seaglider take flight
"REGENT completed a test flight of its all-electric seaglider using a quarter-scale prototype."
September 22, 2022
[Robb Report: This New All-Electric Seaplane Just Completed Its First Test Flight Robb Report: This New All-Electric Seaplane Just Completed Its First Test Flight
"The aptly named seaglider can reach 180 mph at full tilt."
September 21, 2022
[Seaglider Electric Scale Model Makes First Flights In Rhode Island Seaglider Electric Scale Model Makes First Flights In Rhode Island
"Regent Craft is developing a passenger-carrying prototype for sea trials in 2024."
September 21, 2022
[CNBC: Watch REGENT take its prototype seaglider for a test flight CNBC: Watch REGENT take its prototype seaglider for a test flight
"REGENT wants to disrupt coastal travel."
September 20, 2022
[REGENT Completes World’s First All-Electric Seaglider Flight Unlocking a New Era of Maritime Mobility REGENT Completes World’s First All-Electric Seaglider Flight Unlocking a New Era of Maritime Mobility
"REGENT’s electric seaglider achieved its first series of flights, proving its full ‘float, foil, fly’ mission."
September 7, 2022
[These 5 Airlines Are Using the Latest Technology to Make Their Planes Greener These 5 Airlines Are Using the Latest Technology to Make Their Planes Greener
REGENT is partnering with Hawaiian Airlines to design all-electric seagliders.
August 8, 2022
[Yahoo! Finance: This all-electric aircraft glides like a pelican Yahoo! Finance: This all-electric aircraft glides like a pelican
July 25, 2022
[Fast Forward: 100% Electric Coastal Travel with REGENT’s Billy Thalheimer Fast Forward: 100% Electric Coastal Travel with REGENT’s Billy Thalheimer
Billy Thalheimer spoke with "Fast Forward" podcast about creating a zero-emission transportation solution.
July 8, 2022
[Axios: You might be flying like a pelican in a few years Axios: You might be flying like a pelican in a few years
June 26, 2022
[This Week in Startups: Electric Seagliders with REGENT Co-Founder Billy Thalheimer This Week in Startups: Electric Seagliders with REGENT Co-Founder Billy Thalheimer
Billy Thalheimer spoke with "This Week in Startups" about his journey creating REGENT.
June 26, 2022
[This Week in Startups: Interview with REGENT Co-Founder Billy Thalheimer This Week in Startups: Interview with REGENT Co-Founder Billy Thalheimer
Billy Thalheimer spoke with "This Week in Startups."
June 22, 2022
[Island News: 'Seaglider Transportation Network' in the works for possible inter-Island travel Island News: 'Seaglider Transportation Network' in the works for possible inter-Island travel
Island-hopping in Hawaii could become a little easier.
June 20, 2022
[Star Advertiser: All-electric seaglider targeting Hawaii takeoff Star Advertiser: All-electric seaglider targeting Hawaii takeoff
REGENT announced it is developing a seaglider transportation network in Hawai'i.
June 20, 2022
[Khon2 Hawai'i: Seaglider company conducts feasibility study Khon2 Hawai'i: Seaglider company conducts feasibility study
The feasibility study will see if it is possible to have an electric seaglider in Hawaii.
June 20, 2022
[Hawai'i Public Radio: Electric seagliders could be the next innovation for interisland travel on Mokulele Airlines Hawai'i Public Radio: Electric seagliders could be the next innovation for interisland travel on Mokulele Airlines
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May 6, 2026
[Congress just solidified the regulatory future of wing-in-ground craft like Seagliders Congress just solidified the regulatory future of wing-in-ground craft like Seagliders
Congress has now explicitly directed the Coast Guard to lead the regulatory effort and provided the funding to do so.
April 6, 2026
[Watch the latest testing of REGENT Defense Seaglider drone, 'Squire' Watch the latest testing of REGENT Defense Seaglider drone, 'Squire'
We're validating the tech and expanding the envelope.
March 31, 2026
[Welcome to the REGENT visit experience Welcome to the REGENT visit experience
Where curiosity turns into conviction
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March 2, 2026
[REGENT's approach to quality control REGENT's approach to quality control
Verifying that each component meets our standards
February 12, 2026
[How REGENT is advancing maritime safety through next-generation sensing How REGENT is advancing maritime safety through next-generation sensing
A closer look at how our team is testing sensing systems to enhance situational awareness and support safe maritime operations.
December 9, 2025
[Behind the Scenes: Seaglider Rescue Demonstration Behind the Scenes: Seaglider Rescue Demonstration
Showing how Seaglider vessels can support defense missions - and having fun doing it.
October 20, 2025
[REGENT's Core Value: Safety REGENT's Core Value: Safety
Safety is embedded in every aspect of REGENT’s design, testing, and operations.
October 17, 2025
[UP.Summit 2025: The next revolution in coastal mobility UP.Summit 2025: The next revolution in coastal mobility
At UP.Summit 2025, Billy Thalheimer, CEO and co-founder of REGENT, presents the next revolution in coastal mobility — the Seaglider.
September 22, 2025
[REGENT Newsletter: New Partnerships + Seaglider Prototype Progress REGENT Newsletter: New Partnerships + Seaglider Prototype Progress
It was a productive summer at REGENT!
September 15, 2025
[In Focus: How Seagliders Use Ground Effect In Focus: How Seagliders Use Ground Effect
Billy Thalheimer explains what it will feel like to fly in a Seaglider.
September 15, 2025
[How Seagliders will strengthen lifesaving operations in the Indo-Pacific How Seagliders will strengthen lifesaving operations in the Indo-Pacific
Tom Huntley explains the need for better transportation solutions in the Indo-Pacific.
September 9, 2025
[Seaglider propulsion team: from battery systems to big moments Seaglider propulsion team: from battery systems to big moments
The power of watching something evolve in real time
September 3, 2025
[In Focus: Seaglider propulsion system In Focus: Seaglider propulsion system
The “heart and blood” of the Seaglider
August 27, 2025
[From hull to foil: A milestone in the Seaglider test campaign From hull to foil: A milestone in the Seaglider test campaign
Hydrofoil mode is what sets the Seaglider apart from every other water-launching vehicle.
August 13, 2025
[Hydrofoiling In Focus Hydrofoiling In Focus
Billy Thalheimer explains the key efficiencies behind the full-scale Viceroy Seaglider hydrofoiling technology.
August 6, 2025
[U.S. Marines Visit REGENT Seaglider Testing Facility U.S. Marines Visit REGENT Seaglider Testing Facility
We welcomed the Marine Corps War Fighting Laboratory (MCWL) to join us for a day out on the water
July 23, 2025
[Billy Thalheimer Announces REGENT Defense at Reindustrialize 2025 Billy Thalheimer Announces REGENT Defense at Reindustrialize 2025
Watch Billy's presentation on the headline stage at Reindustrialize 2025.
July 2, 2025
[Watch: Seaglider prototype achieves maiden foil Watch: Seaglider prototype achieves maiden foil
Here's the moment our Seaglider prototype achieved its first foil on the first try.
June 25, 2025
[Watch: Ready, set, foil! Watch: Ready, set, foil!
Our Seaglider vessel will be one of the world’s fastest hydrofoiling vessels.
June 23, 2025
[4 Pillars to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding and manufacturing 4 Pillars to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding and manufacturing
"Advanced maritime manufacturing is not just a matter of economic policy—it is a pillar of national security."
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June 18, 2025
[Why the Seaglider craft succeeds where the ekranoplan failed Why the Seaglider craft succeeds where the ekranoplan failed
While both operate within ground effect, the similarities end there.
June 18, 2025
[How the Seaglider wing is different from the ekranoplan wing How the Seaglider wing is different from the ekranoplan wing
Ground effect has been difficult to fly in because its unstable — here's why and how we address it.
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June 17, 2025
[Writing the Seaglider playbook Writing the Seaglider playbook
New vehicle. New tests. New crew.
June 16, 2025
[The importance of Revitalizing American shipbuilding The importance of Revitalizing American shipbuilding
Watch a panel discussion co-hosted with New American Industrial Alliance (NAIA) at REGENT’s DC office.
June 10, 2025
[Billy Thalheimer on overcoming the 'founder's' dilemma Billy Thalheimer on overcoming the 'founder's' dilemma
Billy Thalheimer spoke at CoMotion Miami 2025 on the power of purpose-driven innovation.
June 6, 2025
[In focus: Seaglider 'Float mode' explained In focus: Seaglider 'Float mode' explained
This phase is all about control, reliability, and insight.
June 4, 2025
[REGENT Seaglider prototype successfully completes maneuver tests on the hull REGENT Seaglider prototype successfully completes maneuver tests on the hull
Watch the Seaglider prototype navigate through Narragansett Bay.
June 4, 2025
[What are the REGENT Viceroy Seaglider specifications? What are the REGENT Viceroy Seaglider specifications?
Everything you need to know about Viceroy Seaglider performance and capabilities
May 20, 2025
[Behind the scenes of REGENT Seaglider tail integration Behind the scenes of REGENT Seaglider tail integration
The first test of the tail actuators and control surfaces on the Viceroy Seaglider prototype.
May 19, 2025
[REGENT heads to 'Make it in the Emirates' as momentum for seagliders in the UAE grows REGENT heads to 'Make it in the Emirates' as momentum for seagliders in the UAE grows
With plans to bring seaglider services, manufacturing, and jobs to the UAE soon.
May 15, 2025
[From quarter-scale prototype to world's largest all-electric flying machine From quarter-scale prototype to world's largest all-electric flying machine
Billy Thalheimer shares the lessons learned from our subscale seaglider prototype.
May 14, 2025
[REGENT spring 2025 seaglider updates REGENT spring 2025 seaglider updates
From starting sea trials to growing our global partnerships, it’s been a busy spring for the REGENT team.
May 5, 2025
[Roger! Behind the scenes of REGENT's radio test Roger! Behind the scenes of REGENT's radio test
The REGENT team tests the radio systems that power real-time communication aboard our seaglider prototype.
April 14, 2025
[Watch the REGENT seaglider 'dangle test' to calibrate the vessel's sensors Watch the REGENT seaglider 'dangle test' to calibrate the vessel's sensors
The REGENT team conducts a "dangle test" of the Viceroy seaglider prototype as part of sea trials.
February 18, 2025
[REGENT winter 2025 seaglider updates REGENT winter 2025 seaglider updates
An inside look at some of REGENT's highlights from the start of 2025
February 13, 2025
[World Governments Summit: Urban Policies and Emerging Mobility Tech World Governments Summit: Urban Policies and Emerging Mobility Tech
Billy Thalheimer spoke with John Ferguson from Economist Impact at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, UAE, on February 13, 2025.
February 11, 2025
[World Governments Summit: The Coastal Mobility Revolution World Governments Summit: The Coastal Mobility Revolution
Billy Thalheimer gave a keynote address at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, UAE, on February 11, 2025.
January 23, 2025
[Why seagliders make sense for the UAE Why seagliders make sense for the UAE
Almost all (98%) of UAE coastal residents are interested in riding a seaglider, according to our global consumer survey.
December 23, 2024
[REGENT Wrapped: Our top highlights from 2024 REGENT Wrapped: Our top highlights from 2024
Here are our top moments from an incredible year of progress at REGENT.
November 22, 2024
[Interferry 2024: Adam Triolo on the seaglider solution Interferry 2024: Adam Triolo on the seaglider solution
Adam Triolo shared seaglider updates at Interferry 2024 in Marrakech, Morocco.
November 7, 2024
[UP.Summit 2024: Billy Thalheimer on the future of coastal mobility UP.Summit 2024: Billy Thalheimer on the future of coastal mobility
Billy Thalheimer, co-founder and CEO of REGENT, discusses how seagliders will revolutionize transportation.
October 18, 2024
[What's it like being a REGENT intern? What's it like being a REGENT intern?
Our Summer 2024 intern class talks about what they took away from their experiences.
September 17, 2024
[Seagliders explained: The passenger solution Seagliders explained: The passenger solution
We asked coastal residents what they most look for in transportation, and the answer was clear: low costs, convenience, and comfort.
September 17, 2024
[Here’s what U.S. coastal residents think about regional travel Here’s what U.S. coastal residents think about regional travel
Eighty-eight percent of Americans are interested in traveling by seaglider.
September 5, 2024
[5 takeaways from REGENT’s global survey on regional coastal transportation 5 takeaways from REGENT’s global survey on regional coastal transportation
The global survey revealed a clear demand for better regional coastal transportation options.
August 1, 2024
[REGENT's Rhode Island milestones REGENT's Rhode Island milestones
Since arriving in the Ocean State, REGENT has achieved seven key milestones.
July 25, 2024
[How seagliders will enable the future of maritime defense operations How seagliders will enable the future of maritime defense operations
We designed our all-electric seagliders to be dual use, offering commercial transportation options as well as defense solutions.
July 24, 2024
[How REGENT Seaglider vessels navigate coastal routes How REGENT Seaglider vessels navigate coastal routes
Float, foil, fly — Watch how Seaglider craft navigate from busy harbors to the open ocean.
July 18, 2024
[REGENT's pathway to seaglider certification REGENT's pathway to seaglider certification
Seagliders will be regulated as maritime vessels — here are the four steps in the U.S. and abroad.
June 25, 2024
[Blending tradition with innovation: seaglider opportunity in Japan Blending tradition with innovation: seaglider opportunity in Japan
A growing interest in seagliders in Japan reveals a significant opportunity to develop a robust ecosystem.
June 5, 2024
[Why Rhode Island is the perfect place to build seagliders Why Rhode Island is the perfect place to build seagliders
Rhode Island offers best-in-nation coastal testing environments, maritime composites expertise, and access to top talent.
May 28, 2024
[What is a Seaglider craft? A high-speed, all-electric maritime vessel What is a Seaglider craft? A high-speed, all-electric maritime vessel
Seagliders are a new type of maritime vessel that offer high-speed transportation to connect coastal communities.
November 7, 2023
[Float, foil, and fly with REGENT's quarter-scale seaglider prototype Float, foil, and fly with REGENT's quarter-scale seaglider prototype
Watch the quarter-scale seaglider prototype achieve float, foil, and fly.
October 18, 2023
[Seagliders: A perfect fit for coastal defense missions Seagliders: A perfect fit for coastal defense missions
REGENT demonstrates seaglider technology for defense logistics.
October 5, 2023
[REGENT seagliders: The path to human flight REGENT seagliders: The path to human flight
As REGENT announced its $60M Series A funding round, it looked back at the journey to proving the technology.
April 14, 2023
[REGENT unveils its Viceroy seaglider design REGENT unveils its Viceroy seaglider design
REGENT revealed its full-scale Viceroy seaglider model, showing its 65-foot wingspan, deep hull, and 12 electric motors.
March 24, 2023
[REGENT's journey to first flight REGENT's journey to first flight
REGENT Co-founder and CEO Billy Thalheimer and CTO Mike Klinker discuss the idea for seagliders and how they achieved first flight on the qu
September 15, 2022
[REGENT seaglider achieves first flight REGENT seaglider achieves first flight
REGENT’s seaglider achieved its first series of flights on August 15, 2022 in Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island
September 2, 2022
[REGENT tests hydrofoiling in Narragansett Bay REGENT tests hydrofoiling in Narragansett Bay
REGENT maneuvers the quarter-scale seaglider prototype on hydrofoils over waves.
July 8, 2022
[Renewable energy breakthroughs take time and teamwork Renewable energy breakthroughs take time and teamwork
This editorial by David Uchiyama, principal of Hawaii Think Tank, was first published in the Honolulu Star Advertiser.
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