The South Korean defense ministry has announced a plan to construct a new naval base on the resort island of Jeju by 2014. The facility will be able to accommodate warships, as well as cruise ships. It will also house an air force search-and-rescue unit.
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35 Refugees Die Making Gulf of Aden Crossing
Yemen — A boat smuggling 117 African refugees from Somalia to Yemen capsized last week off the coast of Ahwar, Yemen. At least 35 people drowned in the accident. Leila Nassif, the head of the UN Refugee Agency's (UNHCR) office in Aden called this tragedy "one of the worst incidents to occur in the Gulf of Aden in recent months."
According to the UNHCR, this year 87 boats and 19,622 people have arrived in Yemen after making the voyage across the Gulf of Aden from the Horn of Africa. And at least 131 people have died making the crossing and 66 are presumed missing at sea.
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A private security detail on board an Italian cruise ship repelled a pirate attack in the Indian Ocean on Saturday. The MSC Melody came under attack about 200 miles north of the Seychelles and 600 miles from Somalia.
The Israeli guards were armed, and used handguns and a fire hose to ward off the hijackers.
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DHS Secretary Napolitano announced today that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will declare a Public Health Emergency today in response to the growing outbreak of Swine Flu in the United States. As of today there are 20 confirmed cases of Swine Flu in the U.S.
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The German-owned, Malta-flagged cargo ship, MV Patriot, was hijacked Saturday (4/25) in the eastern part of the Gulf of Aden. The vessel is believed to be carrying a crew of 17.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is holding a seminar on the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Tuesday, April 28 in El Paso, Texas.
ACE is the commercial trade processing system developed by CBP to facilitate trade while strengthening border security.
ACE is the commercial trade processing system developed by CBP to facilitate trade while strengthening border security.
CBP says that the target audiences for the ACE information seminar includes importers, customs brokers, service providers, and international sea, rail, air and truck carriers.
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Louis Cruises Charter vessels to the Italian Government for G8
We have received reports from Cyprus that Louis Cruises have agreed to Charter 2 of its vessels, namely the Orient Queen (former Bolero) and Aquamarine (combined approx. lower berth capacity of 2000) to the Italian Government with the specific purpose of utilizing them as floating Hotels to house participants of the G8 summit that will be held on the luxurious Island of Sardinia between 3rd and 13th of July 09.
The concept of chartering cruise ships as floating Hotels for the G8 summit in a secure port area, was originally masterminded by George Poulides, the former Chairman of Festival Cruises, who chartered 3 vessels to the Italian Government in 2001 for the G8 summit held in Genoa that was plagued by riots, though the security and service given to the delegations and press was considered successful.
It seems no strange coincidence that the President of Italy in 2001 was Silvio Berlusconi, who by a twist of Italian Politics is still President today.
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HALO Corporation join forces with Harbour Mastery
The HALO Corporation , is a new Harbour Mastery alliance partner focused on a broad range of maritime security, defense and counter-terrorism training services including ISPS/MTSA FSO and SSO credentials. For more information go to www.HarbourMastery.com.
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Another one bites the dust!
The global economic crisis has claimed yet another cruise line, with the unexpected news that small British luxury operator Hebridean International has gone into administration. One of the two vessels in this operators fleet has already been sold, and is expected to be converted into a Super Yacht. The Skipton, Yorkshire-based operators’ remaining vessel, Hebridean Princess, remains in service for the time being and will operate her summer season on the Scottish west coast, while a buyer is sought. I wonder just how many more luxury operators are in a similar boat to Hebridean?
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Thursday, April 23, 2009
Colombia: 50 Illegal Immigrants Detained off Colombia
This past weekend the Colombian coast guard intercepted a small fishing boat and detained 50 migrants and a four-man crew. The 35 Africans and 15 Indians were being smuggled to the United States, according to Colombia's coast guard commander.
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Uganda: Fishermen Kidnapped Over Disputed Waters
There is an ongoing dispute between fishermen from Uganda and those from Democratic Republic of Congo. According to a report from AfricaNews.com, last week 10 Congolese fishermen were arrested on Lake Edward. Shortly thereafter, and presumably in retaliation, 4 Ugandans were kidnapped from Lake Albert. Only after the Congolese were released were the Ugandans set free.
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U.S. Coast Guard Improvement Projects Get $240 Million
U.S. DHS Secretary Napolitano announced today (4/20) that a series of U.S. Coast Guard projects will be funded by an infusion of $240 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). In general the money will be allocated as follows:
$142 million will be used to fund bridge alteration projects on the Mobile Bridge in Hurricane, AL; the EJ&E Bridge in Devine, Il.; the Burlington Bridge in Burlington, Iowa; and the Galveston Causeway Railroad Bridge in Galveston.
$88 million will help fund construction of Coast Guard housing in Corpus Christi, TX, and Jacksonville, FL, as well as shore infrastructure projects in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, North Carolina, Virginia and Delaware.
$10 million will go towards upgrading or replacing worn or obsolete components on the Coast Guard's 12 high-endurance cutters homeported in Seattle, Alameda, Kodiak, Honolulu, San Diego and Charleston.
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$142 million will be used to fund bridge alteration projects on the Mobile Bridge in Hurricane, AL; the EJ&E Bridge in Devine, Il.; the Burlington Bridge in Burlington, Iowa; and the Galveston Causeway Railroad Bridge in Galveston.
$88 million will help fund construction of Coast Guard housing in Corpus Christi, TX, and Jacksonville, FL, as well as shore infrastructure projects in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, North Carolina, Virginia and Delaware.
$10 million will go towards upgrading or replacing worn or obsolete components on the Coast Guard's 12 high-endurance cutters homeported in Seattle, Alameda, Kodiak, Honolulu, San Diego and Charleston.
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Somalia: Weekend Somali Piracy Recap
Over the weekend there were several piracy incidents around the Horn of Africa. On Saturday, the Dutch navy apprehended seven pirates and freed 20 captive fishermen after following the hijackers to their mothership.
Also, on Saturday NATO forces from Canada, the U.S. and UK thwarted an attack on the Norwegian-flagged tanker MV Front Ardenne, and captured the suspected pirates.
In both these incidents the pirates were detained, questioned, disarmed and set free.
Unfortunately there was at least one successful hijacking Saturday. The Belgium-registered cargo ship, the Pompei was seized just north of the Seychelles with a crew of 10. The ship is being taken towards Somali waters.
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Also, on Saturday NATO forces from Canada, the U.S. and UK thwarted an attack on the Norwegian-flagged tanker MV Front Ardenne, and captured the suspected pirates.
In both these incidents the pirates were detained, questioned, disarmed and set free.
Unfortunately there was at least one successful hijacking Saturday. The Belgium-registered cargo ship, the Pompei was seized just north of the Seychelles with a crew of 10. The ship is being taken towards Somali waters.
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U.S. Ship Captain Returns Home
The Captain of the Maersk Alabama, who was rescued from Somali pirates earlier this week, arrived home in Vermont on Friday. Captain Richard Phillips was greeted by his family and paid tribute to the Navy snipers who shot 3 pirates simultaneously, allowing him to be saved.
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Tuesday, April 21, 2009
End of the line for Hebridean International
The global economic crisis has claimed another victim in the cruise industry in the shape of small, luxury British operator Hebridean international Cruises, which has gone into administration.
The alarm bells started ringing at Hebridean International a few weeks ago when the Skipton, North Yorkshire-based operator announced the sale of its most recent fleet addition, the 98 passenger capacity Hebridean Spirit to an undisclosed owner due to rising costs. At the time, Mike Deegan, managing director said that ‘we have made this decision to withdraw from international operations to concentrate on our core product, which is the operation of Hebridean Princess in Scotland. For some time now we have experienced rising costs of operating Hebridean in international waters due in part to the deterioration in the £ Sterling against the US $ and Euro and we cannot continue to absorb these increases, especially when the vessel has been operating in a very aggressive market where heavy discounting is the norm.’
Hebridean Spirit (ex Renaissance VI) joined the British operator in 2001 following a major conversion at a UK shipyard. She is believed to have been sold to a Dubai-based Arab owner for US $14m, who will convert her into a Super Yacht. Delivery is expected to take place in the Seychelles in April.
Hebridean International has now gone into administration. However, Hebridean Princess will continue to operate her summer 2009 season, says administrator Ernst & Young, while a buyer for the vessel is sought. In a statement, Ernst & Young said: ‘the administrators recognise the value of the Hebridean Princess business and have taken steps to secure funding to continue the vessel’s sailing schedule as planned.’ The administrator is believed to be negotiations with an interested party who has been granted a ‘short period of exclusivity’ to try to reach an agreement to buy the business. Sphere: Related Content
The alarm bells started ringing at Hebridean International a few weeks ago when the Skipton, North Yorkshire-based operator announced the sale of its most recent fleet addition, the 98 passenger capacity Hebridean Spirit to an undisclosed owner due to rising costs. At the time, Mike Deegan, managing director said that ‘we have made this decision to withdraw from international operations to concentrate on our core product, which is the operation of Hebridean Princess in Scotland. For some time now we have experienced rising costs of operating Hebridean in international waters due in part to the deterioration in the £ Sterling against the US $ and Euro and we cannot continue to absorb these increases, especially when the vessel has been operating in a very aggressive market where heavy discounting is the norm.’
Hebridean Spirit (ex Renaissance VI) joined the British operator in 2001 following a major conversion at a UK shipyard. She is believed to have been sold to a Dubai-based Arab owner for US $14m, who will convert her into a Super Yacht. Delivery is expected to take place in the Seychelles in April.
Hebridean International has now gone into administration. However, Hebridean Princess will continue to operate her summer 2009 season, says administrator Ernst & Young, while a buyer for the vessel is sought. In a statement, Ernst & Young said: ‘the administrators recognise the value of the Hebridean Princess business and have taken steps to secure funding to continue the vessel’s sailing schedule as planned.’ The administrator is believed to be negotiations with an interested party who has been granted a ‘short period of exclusivity’ to try to reach an agreement to buy the business. Sphere: Related Content
TEAM passenger boarding bridge for Alabama
TEAM, the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of sophisticated passenger boarding bridges (PBBs) for cruise and ferry terminals has just been awarded a contract by the City of Mobile, Alabama, USA, to design, build and install a HYDRA PBB for its Alabama cruise Terminal. The new facility is scheduled to enter service in October this year.
The Alabama Cruise Terminal has been in operation since 2004 and is currently homeport to Carnival Cruise Lines 1,600 passenger capacity Carnival Holiday. This vessel will be replaced by the larger, 2,052 passenger capacity Carnival Fantasy in November 2009.
The current passenger access system in Mobile, which cannot move longitudinally along the quay, is in need of replacement by a completely moveable PBB in order to serve larger cruise vessels. One of the major challenges in the design parameters for the HYDRA PBB is the ability to connect its integrated hydraulic ramp with the various entrances along the oval-shaped terminal building.
The PBB for the Alabama Cruise Terminal, currently in the design phase, will have the capability to move along the whole quay and will be able to connect with cruise ship entry doors at various levels. Sphere: Related Content
The Alabama Cruise Terminal has been in operation since 2004 and is currently homeport to Carnival Cruise Lines 1,600 passenger capacity Carnival Holiday. This vessel will be replaced by the larger, 2,052 passenger capacity Carnival Fantasy in November 2009.
The current passenger access system in Mobile, which cannot move longitudinally along the quay, is in need of replacement by a completely moveable PBB in order to serve larger cruise vessels. One of the major challenges in the design parameters for the HYDRA PBB is the ability to connect its integrated hydraulic ramp with the various entrances along the oval-shaped terminal building.
The PBB for the Alabama Cruise Terminal, currently in the design phase, will have the capability to move along the whole quay and will be able to connect with cruise ship entry doors at various levels. Sphere: Related Content
Design award for Celebrity Solstice
The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) has placed Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Solstice front and centre in an instalment of its ‘Pioneering Lecture Series’ in New York, focusing on influential professionals in the hospitality, fashion and theatre arts design arena.
Among the designers invited to participate where hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany, who created Celebrity Solstice’s Grand Epernay main restaurant, the Oceanview Café and Bar, and the Napa Valley-inspired Tuscan Grille steakhouse; Francesca Bucci and Hans Galutera of BG Studio International, who led the design of the ship’s elegant ‘Murano’ speciality restaurant and four of the ship’s chic bars and lounges; and Celebrity Cruises’ AVP of Newbuilding & Design, Kelly Gonzalez, who, with her team, headed up the design of Celebrity Solstice’s Mediterranean-influenced ‘Blu’ speciality restaurant. Sphere: Related Content
Among the designers invited to participate where hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany, who created Celebrity Solstice’s Grand Epernay main restaurant, the Oceanview Café and Bar, and the Napa Valley-inspired Tuscan Grille steakhouse; Francesca Bucci and Hans Galutera of BG Studio International, who led the design of the ship’s elegant ‘Murano’ speciality restaurant and four of the ship’s chic bars and lounges; and Celebrity Cruises’ AVP of Newbuilding & Design, Kelly Gonzalez, who, with her team, headed up the design of Celebrity Solstice’s Mediterranean-influenced ‘Blu’ speciality restaurant. Sphere: Related Content
Clipper set to sell Clipper Pacific
The Nassau-based cruise ship operation of Denmark’s Clipper Group is currently in negotiations with two interested parties on the sale of its 22,700grt Clipper Pacific following a series of technical problems and the termination of a charter with Japan’s Peace Boat organisation.
Clipper is also believed to be close to tying up a charter for its 19,100grt Vision Star (ex SuperStar Gemini). Sphere: Related Content
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Mano buys MSC Rhapsody
Israeli cruise line Mano Maritime is believed to have bought MSC Cruises’ oldest ship, the 764 passenger capacity MSC Rhapsody for US $26.5m. Built in Denmark in 1977 as the Cunard Princess, this ageing vessel joins Mano’s existing three ship fleet of Golden Iris, Iris and Royal Iris.
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Saga still looking for replacement for Saga Rose
UK cruise operator Saga is now actively seeking a replacement for its ageing Saga Rose which is being retired from service at the beginning of 2010 because of the new SOLAS regulations.
Saga was hoping to buy Club Cruises’ Astoria and have her converted in Malta before entering service at the end of this year. However, following the collapse of Club Cruise, and the arrest of Astoria in Barcelona, the deal has run into difficulties. Saga even paid a 10% deposit for the ship and is advertising her in its latest brochure re-named Saga Pearl II.
Saga is now looking for another ‘classic’ cruise ship with a passenger capacity of between 550 and 650 passengers. Sphere: Related Content
Saga was hoping to buy Club Cruises’ Astoria and have her converted in Malta before entering service at the end of this year. However, following the collapse of Club Cruise, and the arrest of Astoria in Barcelona, the deal has run into difficulties. Saga even paid a 10% deposit for the ship and is advertising her in its latest brochure re-named Saga Pearl II.
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One new ship, two new itineraries and six new ports in 2010 for P&O Cruises
A new large ship for the British market, free child places and two new round Britain cruises featuring several destination ‘firsts’ are just a few highlights of the new 2010 programme from P&O Cruises.
Details are contained within the 2010 preview brochure, which features a total of 153 cruise holidays between March 2010 and March 2011, visiting 210 destinations.
April 2010 will see the entering into service of Azura, who’s maiden season will feature cruises to the Mediterranean, the Baltic, the Norwegian Fjords, the Canary Islands and the Caribbean. ‘For Azura we’ve gone back to the future,’ said managing director Nigel Esdale. ‘We’re looking back at how travelling at sea really should be; sophisticated, relaxing, indulgent and exciting, whilst we are also looking forward at the same time with some cutting edge innovations and onboard firsts for P&O Cruises – including an outdoor cinematic experience, an exclusive al fresco spa retreat and single cabins.’
New ports of call in the brochure are Newcastle, Stornoway, Milford Haven and Belfast – featuring on one of the two round Britain cruises; Oriana departing Southampton 30 June 2010 and Artemis on 16 August 2010. Also visited for the first time by P&O Cruises in 2010 is Trabzon in Turkey and Greencastle in Ireland. Sphere: Related Content
Details are contained within the 2010 preview brochure, which features a total of 153 cruise holidays between March 2010 and March 2011, visiting 210 destinations.
April 2010 will see the entering into service of Azura, who’s maiden season will feature cruises to the Mediterranean, the Baltic, the Norwegian Fjords, the Canary Islands and the Caribbean. ‘For Azura we’ve gone back to the future,’ said managing director Nigel Esdale. ‘We’re looking back at how travelling at sea really should be; sophisticated, relaxing, indulgent and exciting, whilst we are also looking forward at the same time with some cutting edge innovations and onboard firsts for P&O Cruises – including an outdoor cinematic experience, an exclusive al fresco spa retreat and single cabins.’
New ports of call in the brochure are Newcastle, Stornoway, Milford Haven and Belfast – featuring on one of the two round Britain cruises; Oriana departing Southampton 30 June 2010 and Artemis on 16 August 2010. Also visited for the first time by P&O Cruises in 2010 is Trabzon in Turkey and Greencastle in Ireland. Sphere: Related Content
New Saudi fast ferries enter service
Two 69m passenger/vehicle hast catamaran ferries have just entered service for Saudi Arabian operator The Maritime co for Navigation. Built by Australia’s Austal, Farasan and Jazan operate between the southern Saudi port of Jazan and the island of Farasan, a 25 nautical mile run. The Farasan Island archipelago has become an increasingly popular holiday destination and diving locations for locals, known for its spectacular coral reefs and abundance of underwater life.
Jazan and Farasan can each carry 650 passengers, plus 50 cars and 15 trucks, with vehicle loading and discharge taking place via bow and stern ramps. Four MTU 16V 4000 M73L diesel engines provide a service speed of 32 knots.
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The first of UK cross-Solent ferry operator Wightlink’s new fleet of catamarans for its Portsmouth Harbour-Ryde passenger service has been launched at the FBMA Shipyard in Cebu, Philippines. Named Wight Ryder 1, the catamaran is one of two new generation ferries that form part of a £57m investment by Wightlink. Both Wight Ryder 1 and sistership Wight Ryder 2 are scheduled to leave the Philippines in June and are expected to enter service in the early autumn.
The Philippine newbuildings are a robust new generation of single deck catamaran ferries designed by Southampton-based BMT Nigel Gee and will replace Wightlink existing FastCat ferries. The new ferries will provide greater stability during crossings of the Solent and improved berthing capabilities. ‘reliability is our overriding objective and, with these advantages, the new craft should enable Wightlink to reduce the instances of weather-related cancellations that effect the existing service,’ said Andrew Willson, Wightlink Chief Executive.
The design of the new ferries with advanced electronic management systems is expected to result in fuel savings of around 1.3m litres per annum compared to the existing FastCats, making them more environmentally friendly with a reduction in emissions equivalent to over 3.4m kg CO2. Sphere: Related Content
The Philippine newbuildings are a robust new generation of single deck catamaran ferries designed by Southampton-based BMT Nigel Gee and will replace Wightlink existing FastCat ferries. The new ferries will provide greater stability during crossings of the Solent and improved berthing capabilities. ‘reliability is our overriding objective and, with these advantages, the new craft should enable Wightlink to reduce the instances of weather-related cancellations that effect the existing service,’ said Andrew Willson, Wightlink Chief Executive.
The design of the new ferries with advanced electronic management systems is expected to result in fuel savings of around 1.3m litres per annum compared to the existing FastCats, making them more environmentally friendly with a reduction in emissions equivalent to over 3.4m kg CO2. Sphere: Related Content
World’s largest ferries for new Bahrain-Saudi Arabia service
Newly established Arabian Gulf ferry operator Bahrain-Saudi Ferries Co has ordered from a Finnish shipyard what is believed to be the largest ferries yet built to operate a new service between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. The two 49,000grt vessel have been ordered from STX Europe in a deal valued at
€360m, with an option on two further vessels of the same size. No delivery date has been given.
The two new ferries will operate between Bahrain’s new Khalifa Bin Salman port and King Abdul Aziz port in Damman, Saudi Arabia. If the service proves popular new services could also be started linking Bahrain with Dubai, Oman and Qatar. Bahrain-Saudi Ferries co says that these vessels are urgently needed to alleviate the chronic vehicle congestion on the 25km long King Fahad Causeway that links Bahrain with Saudi Arabia.
The new ferries will be able to carry 2,000 passengers, 180 freight vehicles and 195 cars.
There are also plans by a Bahraini company to start a passenger/vehicle fast ferry service linking Bahrain with Kuwait. Sphere: Related Content
€360m, with an option on two further vessels of the same size. No delivery date has been given.
The two new ferries will operate between Bahrain’s new Khalifa Bin Salman port and King Abdul Aziz port in Damman, Saudi Arabia. If the service proves popular new services could also be started linking Bahrain with Dubai, Oman and Qatar. Bahrain-Saudi Ferries co says that these vessels are urgently needed to alleviate the chronic vehicle congestion on the 25km long King Fahad Causeway that links Bahrain with Saudi Arabia.
The new ferries will be able to carry 2,000 passengers, 180 freight vehicles and 195 cars.
There are also plans by a Bahraini company to start a passenger/vehicle fast ferry service linking Bahrain with Kuwait. Sphere: Related Content
Austal wins largest fast ferry orders from European operators
Australian fast ferry specialist Austal has just secured two major fast ferry orders from European operators in the space of one week; a 113m vessel for operation in the Baltic and a 107m vessel for service in the Mediterranean.
Austal will build its largest catamaran ferry to date following an order from Denmark’s recently established Nordic Ferry Services, a joint venture between Bornholmstrafikken and the Clipper Group. Scheduled for delivery in 2011 and intended for operation between Rønne on the Danish island of Bornholm and Ystad in south east Sweden, the new ferry is designed to carry 1,400 passengers and 357 cars.
With a maximum speed of 40 knots, coming from four unnamed diesel engines, the Danish ferry will offer improved transportation services to Bornholm residents while also meeting the seasonal demand generated on the route by tourists.
Three car decks accessible via both bow and stern ramps will ensure the efficient transfer of the ferry’s large vehicle capacity. Passenger seating is situated across two levels, with lounge-style facilities situated on the vessel’s bridge deck and accessible via a large staircase. A fully equipped catering area; separate bar facility, a dedicated shopping area and two child playrooms are also located on the upper deck.
Austal will build its largest catamaran ferry to date following an order from Denmark’s recently established Nordic Ferry Services, a joint venture between Bornholmstrafikken and the Clipper Group. Scheduled for delivery in 2011 and intended for operation between Rønne on the Danish island of Bornholm and Ystad in south east Sweden, the new ferry is designed to carry 1,400 passengers and 357 cars.
With a maximum speed of 40 knots, coming from four unnamed diesel engines, the Danish ferry will offer improved transportation services to Bornholm residents while also meeting the seasonal demand generated on the route by tourists.
Three car decks accessible via both bow and stern ramps will ensure the efficient transfer of the ferry’s large vehicle capacity. Passenger seating is situated across two levels, with lounge-style facilities situated on the vessel’s bridge deck and accessible via a large staircase. A fully equipped catering area; separate bar facility, a dedicated shopping area and two child playrooms are also located on the upper deck.
Meanwhile, Maltese operator Virtu Ferries has ordered a 107m ferry from the Australian builder. Scheduled for delivery in mid-2010, the fast ferry will operate between Malta and Sicily, where there is rising demand from heavy freight hauliers. The new Maltese fast ferry will be able to carry 800 passengers and 230 cars, or 45 cars and 342 lane metres of freight, at a speed of approximately 39 knots. This vessel will assist Virtu in providing a year round scheduled service for Maltese industry while also meeting the increased passenger demands generated from Malta joining the EU in 2004.
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