By
Alex Smith |
German ferry operator EMS Maritime Offshore has taken delivery of three new vessels, designed by Incat Crowther and constructed by Penguin Shipyard International in Singapore.
The new ferries, named WattnExpress, Inselexpress and Watt Sprinter, are now in service on three routes between the North Frisian Islands and Neuharlingersie on the north coast of Germany. The vessels have been designed specifically for local conditions, with a draft of less than 0.7 metres enabling the ferries to operate even at very low tides.
The IMO Tier III-compliant vessels can transport up to 54 passengers at speeds of up to 19 knots. They include space for wheelchair access and feature indoor and outdoor luggage storage areas on the main deck.
“Incat Crowther has collaborated closely with EMS Maritime Offshore on these new vessels and their delivery marks an important milestone for the communities that rely on EMO’s service to commute to and from the German mainland,” said Ed Dudson, managing director for Europe at Incat Crowther. This process saw our team of designers sit down with the team at EMO and ensure the design of each ferry was tailored to local conditions and requirements. The result is a trio of safe, reliable, and efficient bespoke ferries.”