Incat Crowther Designs 63m Ferry for Central America

Incat Crowther announced it has been commissioned to design a 63-meter monohull passenger ferry vessel for an undisclosed operator in Central American.

 

The main deck features a cabin hosting 286 first-class seats, 20 lounge seats, four handicap accommodation seating areas, and a children’s play area with surrounding seating. The aft deck features a cargo room with cargo loading gates, able to fit a portable conveyor belt for loading and unloading. The aft deck also features two restrooms, for men and women, as well a third for handicap accommodations. The main deck allows four passenger loading stations.

 

The mid deck features cabin hosting 144 first-class seats and 32 lounge seats. Forward of the cabin is the raised wheelhouse, with wing control stations on port and starboard sides. Aft of the cabin, is a deck that offers 112 exterior seats. A mini-bar is located in the center of the arrangement with a stage for entertainment behind the cabin. The upper deck provides a observation area including 36 exterior seats.

 

The vessel is powered by five MTU 16V400M63L, equipped with ZF-7650 gearboxes, propelled by five Hamilton HM-811 jets. Two 150ekW generator sets will provide the vessel with electricity and a 200hp bow thruster will allow for maneuverability and stationing. A service speed of 37 knots and capacity for 650 passengers will provide efficient transportation.