Water Taxi CI Operating under Go-Sail.je will operate a subsidised passenger sea link service between Jersey and Alderney for the summer season.
Following the outcome of a tender process which commenced at the start of 2025, the Economic Development Committee has confirmed that the company will operate four rotations per week on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday (one rotation per day) from the 26th May to 29th September inclusive.
“We are delighted that the tender process for the Jersey – Alderney route has proved to be competitive and that we were able to identify a provider to operate this largely unexploited route. We envisage that the service will complement our island’s offering, support our hospitality sector and strengthen our transport links, and we look forward to assessing the value of this new route to our island, both socially and economically.” said Stuart Clark, Chair of The Economic Development Committee.
The service will be monitored during the season to assess demand for the route with a view to continuing the service in 2026.
Funding has been committed by the States to reduce the price per ticket in the opening weeks of service, fares will be £78 one way for May and June for all customers. A fare of £93 one way for adults and £82 one-way per child up to 15 years of age inclusive will be applicable for July, August and September.
Max Boleat, Founder of Water Taxi CI is quoted as saying: “We are delighted to have been selected to operate this new inter-island link. We have been operating the route on a private charter basis for a number of years and have a well established customer base that will be excited to continue using the service, along with a wealth of interest from tourists for weekend breaks. Our new vessel ‘Atlantic Isle’ accommodates 12 passengers in comfortable forward-facing seating and has been specifically chosen to support this new inter-island link. We look forward to sharing our new vessel with everyone & undertaking berthing trials in Alderney this week and getting the service underway. We would also like to take the opportunity to invite any local Alderney businesses that will benefit from the new passenger link to engage with our management team to explore opportunities for driving tourism towards Alderney from Jersey.”
Bill Sadler, Jersey Harbour Master said: “We welcome the introduction of this new direct route between Jersey and Alderney, which represents a positive step forward in strengthening inter-island connectivity. Supporting safe and efficient maritime links is a core part of our role, and we look forward to working with Max and his team to ensure a smooth and successful launch of the service. This new connection will not only benefit residents and visitors, but also contribute to the broader economic and social ties between our islands.”
Picture credit: Water Taxi CI
