Euroferries set for mid November start-up

Newcomer to the UK-France cross-channel ferry scene, Euroferries, is now saying that it will start operations between the UK port of Ramsgate and Boulogne, France on 13 November, using the chartered Incat 86m wave-piercing catamaran Bonanza Express.

The UK operator now has a website up and running, although online bookings can’t be made until sailings from 15 November.  However, both port authorities on either side of the channel still say that they are awaiting final confirmation of the service start up.  Euroferries has been saying for over five years now that it was to start a high speed linking between the UK and France ‘anytime now.’

Initially Euroferries will be offering four return sailings a day, rising to six in the summer months.  Prices are believed to be comparable with those of P&O Ferries on its conventional services between Dover and Calais, with a two-day return for a car and two people costing £65.00. 

Bonanza Express will sail from the existing ferry port in Ramsgate and use the Gare Maritime terminal in Boulogne.  Competitor LD Lines is currently operating its high speed ferry, Norman Arrow, from the new Boulogne Port Hub.

 

Bonanza Express will be able to carry more than 700 passengers and 230 cars, or 330 truck lane metres and 80 cars.  Passengers will be carried on two decks divided into four lounges.  Passenger facilities comprise three bars, and a boutique, while those wishing will be able to upgrade to Gold First Class, which provides an exclusive, quiet area at the stern of the vessel, offering complementary refreshments and preference in embarking and disembarking by car.  

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