In development · Philippine islands

A better crossing.
For every barangay.

Solar-electric cargo boats designed to bring everyday essentials to island communities—and connect island producers to mainland markets.

Nandito na si BAi!
Meet your BAiPrototype concept

BAi Maria 2

Two doors. More possibilities.

The approved M/V BAi Maria 2 prototype: a solar-roof catamaran with two PIN-secured cargo doors at an island dock.
M/V BAi Maria 2Solar roof PIN access
Explore the three-boat family
Powered by cleaner energyElectric propulsion. A roof covered in solar.
Autonomous navigationDesigned to follow its planned route.
Collected with a PINAssigned cargo doors for each delivery.

Built around island life

Essentials in.
Opportunity out.

For island communities, a short stretch of sea can make everyday goods harder to reach. barang.ai is being built to make that crossing more accessible, in both directions.

MAINLAND ISLAND

Everyday goods, closer to home.

Shared cargo crossings for island households, stores, and resorts. From food and medicine to the supplies a community needs to keep moving.

Household essentialsMedicineStore & resort supplies
ISLAND MAINLAND

A route to a wider market.

Return crossings connect fisherfolk and local makers with mainland buyers. A route for fresh catch, produce, and crafts to reach new customers.

Uni & seafoodLocal produceIsland-made goods

A simpler journey

Book. Cross. Collect.

A planned service that connects the app, the dock, and your assigned cargo door.

01 / BOOK

Plan the crossing.

Request a shipment by app or SMS. Confirm the route, cargo, recipient, and quote.

02 / LOAD

Secure the cargo.

Pack and check each shipment at the dock, then place it in its assigned compartment.

03 / CROSS

Follow your BAi.

Track the boat’s progress along its planned route.

04 / COLLECT

Use your PIN.

Receive an arrival alert. Open your assigned cargo door and confirm collection.

05 / RETURN

Keep goods moving.

Load island products for the mainland, then return to base for the next crossing.

The boat and app are prototypes. Routes, operating procedures, and service availability will be confirmed as the pilot develops.

The prototype family

Meet the BAi family.

One, two, or four cargo doors. A shared solar-electric design, with each BAi built around the needs of its crossing.

Approved one-door M/V BAi Katrina 1 boat prototype with a full solar roof and exterior PIN keypad.
01 / ONE CARGO DOOR

BAi Katrina 1

One secure compartment.

Approved two-door M/V BAi Maria 2 boat prototype with a full solar roof and individual exterior PIN keypads.
02 / TWO CARGO DOORS

BAi Maria 2

Separate access for two cargo bays.

Approved four-door M/V BAi Trinidad 3 boat prototype with a full solar roof and four individually secured cargo bays.
03 / FOUR CARGO DOORS

BAi Trinidad 3

Four individually secured compartments.

Prototype concepts. Cargo capacity and performance will be validated through engineering and on-water testing.

View the full prototype artwork

Technology that brings it together.

  1. 01

    Full solar roof

    Solar panels cover the roof to help recharge the onboard batteries.

  2. 02

    LFP battery system

    Battery capacity designed around the crossing, return trip, and reserve requirements.

  3. 03

    Electric propulsion

    A serviceable electric drive and steering system for controlled, efficient crossings.

  4. 04

    Satellite connection

    Connectivity for vessel tracking and trip updates.

  5. 05

    Navigation & awareness

    GPS waypoints, cameras, and vessel-awareness systems for a defined operating route.

  6. 06

    PIN-secured cargo

    Assigned compartments help keep shipments organized and allow recipients to collect their own cargo.

Starting in Camarines Norte

One route.
Connected communities.

The proposed pilot connects Minaogan in Vinzons with Ingalan and Tinaga in the Calaguas Islands.

  1. Minaogan, VinzonsMainland base, dock, charging, and shore operations.
  2. Ingalan IslandAn island stop along the proposed route.
  3. Tinaga, CalaguasIsland communities and the Mahabang Buhangin destination.
Proposed Minaogan–Ingalan–Tinaga routeIllustrative route from the mainland base in Minaogan, through Ingalan Island, to Tinaga in the Calaguas Islands. Not a navigation chart. PROPOSED PILOT ROUTEMinaoganVinzons · Mainland baseIngalanIsland stopTinagaCalaguas IslandsMaculaboGuintinuaCAMARINES NORTEN
Illustrative route · Not for navigation

The app concept

Your crossing, in your hands.

Book a shipment, follow your BAi, and collect with a PIN. Explore both directions of the journey.

barang.ai
Magandang umaga,
Nena!

Your island, connected.

YOUR NEXT DELIVERYBAi Maria 2Arriving today · 9:40 AM

Minaogan → Tinaga

BAi Maria 2 two-door boat prototype
Send cargo
Island market
Track delivery →
01Home

Your next delivery and sailing, at a glance.

Send cargo
1 Route2 Cargo3 Review
FromMinaogan dock
ToTinaga · Mahabang Buhangin
Sailing dateTomorrow · 6:30 AM
CARGO & RECIPIENTDry goods · 2 crates

120 kg · Aling Nena

ESTIMATED TOTAL₱600

Sample quote · Final price at checkout

Continue to payment →
02Book

Review the route, cargo, recipient, and quote.

Your BAi is on the way
YOUR BOATBAi Maria 2Island cargo catamaran
MinaoganIngalanTinaga
9:40 AMEstimated arrival
● On the waySample progress
YOUR CARGODry goods · 2 cratesDoor No. 2
Get arrival alerts
Contact support
03Track

Follow your BAi with a clear, simple route view.

Nandito na si BAi!
Ready for collection
Your cargo has arrived.
BAi Maria 2Tinaga dock · Door No. 2
YOUR COLLECTION PIN482 619

Demo PIN

Enter this PIN on the keypad
at Door No. 2.

Collect your cargo, then close the door.

Confirm collection
04Collect

Open your assigned door with your collection PIN.

Swipe to explore all four screens

BAi Maria 2 · Interactive concept previewSample cargo, prices, schedules, and PINs. Booking is not yet available.

Build with us

Better crossings start
with local partnerships.

We’re developing barang.ai with the needs of island communities at its center. The pilot brings together local knowledge, boat operations, technology, and everyday demand.

LGUs & communities

Shape a pilot around local priorities, dock access, and the needs of island households.

Boat owners & co-ops

Explore suitable boats, local maintenance, loading, and shore operations.

Stores & resorts

Help define regular supply needs and practical delivery schedules.

Producers & buyers

Connect island seafood and local products with demand on the mainland.

Let’s bring the next crossing closer.

Talk to our team

Get in touch

Let’s connect
your community.

Have a question about barang.ai or an idea for a partnership? Call or message us to start the conversation.

Email

tara@barang.ai

Our starting point

Minaogan, Vinzons
Camarines Norte, Philippines