Apr 07
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Cemre has been awarded to newbuilding contract for two Islay ferries for CMAL

By 2022 Newsletter week 14

Mid-March, Cemre shipyard was announced as the preferred bidder for a contract to build two new ferries for Islay, Scotland. [FerryShippingNews]

The contract has now been signed.

  • 95m long | 275 lane metre on main deck | 107 cars on both main and hoistable decks.
  • Diesel/hybrid propulsion system
  • The conceptual design developed by naValue together with the Owner’s design team for the tender process.
  • For the design and development of the vessels, Cemre cooperates with LMG Marin.
  • The first vessel is expected to be delivered by October 2024 and will enter service following sea trials and crew familiarisation. The second vessel will follow in early 2025.
Apr 07
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Cemre Shipyard: new zero emission ferry to Torghatten Nord

By 2022 Newsletter week 14

Cemre Shipyard and Torghatten Nord AS have entered into a contract to build a new ferry for Bognes-Lødingen.

Developed by Norwegian Ship Design, the double-ended car and passenger ferry with designation NSD120CFc will operate as a Zero Emission Vessel in exposed waters on the route Bognes – Lødingen in the Northern part of Norway.

Typical service speed on the one-hour crossing is 13-14 knots. The transit time (and speed) is bringing a new record among the Norwegian Battery Ferries.

The Vessel will normally operate battery electric with all power originating from the grid onshore through high-capacity automated charging connections. In case shore power is unavailable bio diesel generators will provide sufficient power for normal operation.

The double-ended ferry shall be arranged with two completely independent propulsion and power systems. The systems shall be arranged so that after any single fault, incl. fire and flooding, minimum one of the two independent power and propulsion systems will remain operational.

The 117 m long vessel with 399 passenger capacity will be built according to the DNV class rules and carry the Norwegian flag.

Apr 07
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Brittany Ferries commits to twice-weekly Cork/Roscoff sailings as company celebrates 45-year partnership with Port of Cork

By 2022 Newsletter week 14

Brittany Ferries has confirmed that its new midweek sailing connecting Cork with France will become a permanent feature of the company’s sailing schedule, further reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to Ireland, Irish tourism and the Port of Cork.

The Wednesday sailing is part of a new three-year deal signed by the Port of Cork Company (PoCC) and Brittany Ferries that was revealed at a reception held on board ARMORIQUE which docked in Ringaskiddy, Cork, Wednesday April 6th.

Apr 07
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P&O Ferries not welcome in Scottish Green Freeport

By 2022 Newsletter week 14

Dumfries and Galloway Council has voted to exclude P&O Ferries’ continuing participation in a potential partnership bid for a Green Freeport at Cairnryan.  The council said the ferry firm had “no place” in its plans, after the company sacked 800 staff.

Dumfries and Galloway Council is looking at creating a Green Freeport at Cairnryan, which would have special tax and customs rules. [BBC, 19 August 2021]

Current operators are Stena Line and P&O Ferries.

Apr 07
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CMAL has awarded a contract to construct a new terminal building at Tarbert (Harris, Scotland)

By 2022 Newsletter week 14

The new building will be the final stage in the multi-million-pound upgrade project at Tarbert Ferry Terminal, which recently saw the completion of the new pier and increased marshalling area.

Work to build the new terminal building will begin in spring 2022 and is anticipated to take a year to complete. The new pier is already in use by CalMac, and the upgraded marshalling area has increased vehicle capacity.

CMAL is delivering significant vessel and harbour investment, backed by a £580 million commitment from the Scottish Government for an initial five-year period from 2021 to 2026.  Plans will deliver 21 new vessels for the fleet and multi-million-pound upgrade of harbour infrastructure over the next 10 years.  More information is online at www.cmassets.co.uk/investment

Apr 07
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Marine Battery Market (Statistics & Outlook): 2021-2030

By 2022 Newsletter week 14

The global marine battery market size was valued at US$ 0.37 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach US$ 1.99 billion in 2030 registering a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 20.5%.

Key drivers of the marine battery market include the rapid expansion and penetration of marine freight transport vessels and rising leisure activities related to water sports.

Further, the boom in usage of lithium-ion batteries in marine vessels and their various benefits over lead-acid batteries is expected to propel the growth of the marine battery market during the forecast period.

On the other hand, the hassles related to the proper maintenance of batteries will restrict the market growth. However, the growing acceptance of hybrid and electric vessels for eco-friendly transportation will accelerate the market in the coming years.

Apr 07
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Leclanché to supply 10 MWh battery system for Scandlines’ zero-emission freight ferry PR24

By 2022 Newsletter week 14

The world’s largest hybrid ferry will be powered by a Leclanché liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery system manufactured at Leclanché’s European factories.

Leclanché’s Marine Rack System will incorporate the latest fast-charging 65Ah high cycle battery cells with a 10-year lifespan.

Announced in November 2021, Scandlines ‘ zero-emissions ferry project will be powered by an advanced 10MWh lithium-ion battery energy storage system (BESS) from Leclanché.

Leclanché is among a number of companies selected to provide key components, systems and expertise, including Norwegian companies Kongsberg Maritime and Norwegian Electric Systems (NES).

The ferry was designed by LMG Marin AS, Norway and will be built at Cemre shipyard in Turkey.

Scandlines zero-emission freight ferry will be 147.4 meters long. The cargo capacity of the double-ended ferry will be 66 cargo units and carry a maximum of 140 passengers at a speed of 10 knots.

As a hybrid ferry, the crossing time between the two ports will be 45 minutes. In purely electric operation, the crossing time is 70 minutes and the ferry is emission-free.

Apr 07
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Aged roro GIUSEPPE SA sold at auction for a special price of EUR 4.6 million

By 2022 Newsletter week 14

Veteran roro ship GIUSEPPE SA is going to be revitalized after being idle for the last year in the port of Piombino.

The 1975-built ship, up to date owned by MOBY, has just been sold at auction to undisclosed buyers for EUR 4.6 million, a final price much higher than the initial tender value of EUR 1.56 million.

The sale at auction was disposed by the Court of Milan and it’s part of the debt restructuring process involving Vincenzo Onorato-controlled group.

Looking at the age the roro vessel in question was expected to be bought for scrap but instead it seems now that will restart operating with its capacity to accommodate up to 376 passengers and 103 trailers.