June 14, 2025
- Viking Line has introduced the concept of HELlOS, the world’s largest (according to press release) fully electric passenger-car ferry.
- Developed in partnership with Rauma Marine Constructions, Åbo Akademi University, and KONE.
- Will operate on the Helsinki–Tallinn route, a crossing of just over two hours.
- Capacity: approximately 2,000 passengers and a mix of passenger vehicles and freight.
- Powered by 85–100 MWh batteries, enabling fully emission-free operations.
- Designed with lightweight construction, efficient hull, and advanced propulsion to optimise energy use.
- Part of the FIN-EST Green Corridor initiative, with a targeted launch in the early 2030s.
- If realised, HELIOS will be a global benchmark for climate-smart short sea shipping.
Viking Helios concept ferry
- Length: Approx. 195 m
- Width: Approx. 30 m
- Power source: Electricity (100%)
- Battery capacity: 85–100 MWh (charging power requirement >30MWh)
- Speed: Approx. 23 knots
- Passengers: Approx. 2,000
- Private cars: Approx. 650
- Cargo capacity: Approx. 2,000 freight metres
