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We're building up to seven new vessels that will enter service between 2029 – 2032 on our busiest routes servicing #MetroVancouver, #VancouverIsland and the #SunshineCoast.
Here's a first look at conceptual renders of this new class of vessel.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/xu6z50QHYrL
Each vessel will carry up to 360 vehicles and 2,100 passengers - that’s up to 44% more vehicles and up to 75% more passengers than the retiring vessels. The new vessels will provide more capacity across the system and improve how we get our customers where they need to be.
The design calls for engines capable of using bio and renewable fuels, and includes a battery-hybrid propulsion system that will allow for conversion to full battery-electric operation once shore-based recharging infrastructure becomes available.
Today, we issued a Request for Supplier Qualification (RFSQ) for the New Major Vessels program. The RFSQ is available through the international shipbroker Clarksons, as well as on bcbid.gov.bc.ca. It will close on March 22, 2024. Qualified shipyards will then have the opportunity to take part in the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, currently expected to occur in the summer of 2024.
“These vessels – green, efficient and standardized – represent the future of ferry travel in our province. They will significantly increase daily capacity, provide an enhanced customer experience, improve reliability and reduce environmental impacts.” – Nicolas Jimenez, BC Ferries’ President & CEO.
Learn more here:
https://ow.ly/ntAQ50QGuVb
