On April 8, Grimaldi Group has commissioned the construction of 9 RoPax vessels from China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai).
- Total price of the order: $1.3 billion.
- To be delivered between 2028 and 2030.
- All nine will be equipped with engines capable of running on methanol, making them ready to achieve the “Net Zero Emission” goal.
- Ground-breaking, green technology innovations. Optimized hull and propeller designs, energy-efficient onboard power management systems (both at sea and in port), shore power readiness and the application of silicon-based hull coatings will reduce CO₂ emissions per transported cargo unit by more than 50% compared to vessels currently operating on the same routes.
“Next Generation Med” class
- 4 ferries for Grimaldi Lines, Italian flag
- 2 ferries for Minoan Lines, Greek flag
- LOA 229m |3,300 lane metres and 300+ cars | 2,500 passengers | 300 cabins for a total of over 1,200 guests | 700 reclining seats
- Passengers will have access to numerous onboard amenities: 3 bars, a shopping area, a conference hall, 2 self-service restaurants, a panoramic à la carte restaurant, an indoor/outdoor lounge with a sun deck featuring two pools, a rooftop disco bar
“Hansa Superstar” class (evolution of the “Superstar” series)
- 3 for Finnlines, Finnish flag
- LOA 240m |5,100 lane metres + 90 cars |Up to 1,100 passengers in 320 cabins
- Based on Finnlines’ Superstar-class vessels, but adapted for the long Finland–Germany route.
- Onboard facilities include: 5 bars and restaurants, a spa with a wide range of services, including a Finnish sauna, shops, 2 age-specific children’s play areas.
- Standout feature: main bar located at the bow on deck 12, offering panoramic views of the Baltic Sea.
