Catamaran passenger ferry 29 M

high-speed

This aluminum catamaran, designed by Crowther Design of Sydney, Australia, achieved a top speed in excess of 31 knots during sea trials. Powered by two Detroit Diesel 16V2000 engines driving 42-inch diameter propellers, the vessel will operate at a service speed of 29 knots with a full load of 150 passengers. She features a large bar on the main deck, conforms to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines and is equipped with a four-season HVAC system. The pilothouse features three steering stations, a state-of-the-art navigation system and a full complement of Furuno electronics. Catering to tourists, local residents and commuters, NEFFCO will operate Whaling City Express under contract from the Woods Hole Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship authority yearround in passenger and dolly freight service from New Bedford to Martha’s Vineyard. Her crossing time is less than one hour. Whaling City Express boasts ample storage space in the passenger cabin for luggage and16 bicycles. Storage carts will allow the crew to quickly load and unload over 4,000 pounds of luggage and dolly freight.