Compagnie Vendéenne Orders New Ferry for Île d’Yeu

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French Compagnie Vendéenne has ordered a new 26-metre vessel as part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The company confirms that it continues to prioritise French and local shipbuilding despite strong global competition.

The vessel will be designed by Mer et Design and built by Chantier Naval Delavergne, supported by local subcontractors.

The new ferry is scheduled to be inaugurated in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie in April 2027.

New Ferry For French Islands

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Compagnie Vendéenne ordered a new small passenger ferry, –LA VENDÉENNE– to be delivered in April 2022.

Established in Vendée (France) since 1998, the company operates maritime links between the Yeu island and three ports:

– Fromentine – La Barre-de-Monts

– Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie

– Barbâtre – island of Noirmoutier

Compagnie Vendéenne is a private company which operates 3 passenger ships from April to November.

  • Design: Mer et Design
  • Shipyard: Transmetal Industrie
  • Capacity: 250 passengers