Entrepreneur launches Manchester water taxi campaign

An entrepreneur is hoping to make waves in Manchester’s canals with plans to launch a water taxi service.

Manchester Water Taxis is the brainchild of Steve Cadwell, who wants to offer an alternative travel to the Metrolink.

He needs to raise the £75,000 to build and launch the ‘waxis’ and is starting a fundraising campaign today to raise the cash.

The boats will carry up to 12 passengers and will also be equipped with Wi-Fi, power sockets and tables, with tickets starting around £5.

Investors have 60 days from the 27 October in which to contribute to the crowdfunding campaign.