Squamish, BC – October 16, 2024 – Celerity Craft, a marine technology company developing Dynamic Air Cushion Vehicles (DACV), is excited to announce the participation of its leadership in two prominent industry events this October.
On October 16, 2024, Richard MacKellar, Founder and CEO of Celerity Craft, will represent the company as a finalist at the COAST Pitchfest, presented by Seaspan ULC, held at the COAST Ocean Innovation Hub in Victoria, BC. The event brings together early-stage blue technology startups, offering a platform for founders to share their ideas with a panel of industry experts and investors. Celerity Craft, currently in the development stage of its DACV technology, aims to reduce the environmental impact of marine transportation while improving efficiency and speed.
“We are pleased to be part of the COAST Pitchfest alongside other innovators,” said Richard MacKellar, CEO of Celerity Craft. “This is an opportunity to present our work and learn from industry experts as we continue developing our DACV technology.”
Later the same day, Olen Vanderleeden, Chief Commercial Officer at Celerity Craft, will present at the Valhalla Angels Deal Screening Forum. This virtual event connects early-stage companies with investors. Olen will discuss Celerity Craft’s progress and investment opportunities in sustainable marine technology. With extensive experience in building successful partnerships and driving revenue growth, Olen brings insight into the commercial potential of DACV technology.
Both events are important steps for Celerity Craft as it engages with key stakeholders in the cleantech and marine technology sectors, fostering relationships and gathering insights that will support its development journey.
About Celerity Craft
Celerity Craft is a marine technology company based in Squamish, BC, focused on the development of Dynamic Air Cushion Vehicles (DACV) for zero-emission, energy-efficient marine transportation. With a mission to improve marine travel, Celerity Craft aims to reduce environmental impact while enhancing operational performance across commercial and military markets.
For more information, visit www.celeritycraft.com.