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Cemre Shipyard completes Norway’s largest zero-emission ferry for Torghatten Nord

Cemre Shipyard has announced the departure of NB1091 Hinnøy, Norway’s largest zero-emission ferry, built for Torghatten Nord, as she sets sail toward her new home in the northern waters of Norway. Developed by The Norwegian Ship Design Company and …
Apr 18, 2025 / Vessels

Viking Line’s newest ferry to get extended operational support from Wärtsilä Lifecycle Agreement

Technology group Wärtsilä has signed a five-year Lifecycle Agreement with Finland-based Viking Line covering the ferry M/S Viking Glory. The vessel has been supported by an earlier Wärtsilä agreement since its launch in 2021, and this renewal further …
Apr 1, 2025 / Curious

Naming ceremony for Damen Electric Fast Ferry

Reederei Norden-Frisia names first German electric catamaran Frisia E-I Reederei Norden-Frisia has held a naming ceremony for its latest vessel, the Frisia E-I. In a boost for sustainable public transport, the vessel, a Damen Fast Ferry 3209 …
Mar 25, 2025 / Vessels

Austal Australasia awarded approx A$270 million contract to design and construct 130 metre 'hydrogen ready' high-speed ferry

Austal Limited (ASX: ASB) announced earlier today that Austal Australasia has been awarded a contract valued between A$265 and A$275 million by Gotlandsbolaget of Sweden, for the design and construction of a 130-metre combined cycle, ‘hydrogen-ready’ …
Feb 13, 2025 / Vessels

Wärtsilä Lifecycle Agreement will support decarbonisation goals of new Baleària ferry

Technology group Wärtsilä has signed a ten-year Lifecycle Agreement with Spanish ferry operator Baleària. The agreement covers Baleària’s new high-speed aluminium structure catamaran Ro-Pax ferry, the Margarita Salas, which recently entered service. …
Jan 29, 2025 / Curious

Damen Shipyards delivers Germany’s first all-electric ferry

On the 15th of January, Damen Shipyards handed over Germany’s first, all-electric catamaran On the 15th of January, Damen Shipyards handed over Germany’s first, all-electric catamaran (E-Kat) ferry to its operator, AG Reederei Norden-Frisia. Capable …
Jan 28, 2025 / Vessels

New Electric Fast Ferries to Open the First Green Corridor Between Spain and Morocco

Balearia is taking another leap towards zero-emission maritime transportation. After successfully launching the world's first electric fast ferry, followed by a sister ship, the Spanish operator is gearing up to tackle an extended route. For the …
Jan 28, 2025 / Curious

DFDS to provide ferry lifeline service to Jersey

DFDS and the government of Jersey have signed a contract for Jersey’s ferry services. Over the next 20 years, DFDS will provide freight and passenger services connecting Jersey of the Channel Islands to the UK and France beginning 28 March …
Jan 2, 2025 / Curious

Baleària wins 15-year concession for Tarifa-Tangier ferry service

Baleària has won the tender for berth no. 3 of the port of Tarifa, which will allow it to operate the Tarifa-Tangier-Ville line for the next 15 years, according to the company's release. For the first time in decades, this route will be operated …
Dec 4, 2024 / Curious

Ferguson Marine delivers UK’s First Dual-Fuel Ferry

ICE congratulates Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Limited on the official handover of the MV Glen Sannox car and passenger ferry to owner Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL). This is the first LNG dual-fuel ferry to be designed and built in the …
Dec 3, 2024 / Curious