Austal Australasia is to build a catamaran for Rottnest Fast Ferries, based in Hillarys, Western Australia. The craft will operate the 45-minute journey from Hillarys Boat Harbour to Rottnest Island.
Collaborating with vessel designer Incat Crowther, Austal will commence construction of the aluminium catamaran at the company’s Philippines shipyard during the first quarter of this year.
| Passengers | 400 |
| Crew | 5 |
| Length | 32 metres |
| Engines | 2 x 1029kW MAN D2862 diesel engines |
| Speed | 25 knots |
Photo: Austal
