New vessels review
Powerful 39 LS luxury sport model Launched by Tiara
Tiara Yachts has introduced the latest addition to its Luxury Sport lineup, the all-new 39 LS. Designed for performance, versatility, and comfort, the 39 LS will slot into the renowned yacht makers LS lineup alongside the existing 34, 38, 43, 48, and 56-foot models.
The company has maintained a steady pace of new releases and new designs, the most notable recent addition being the impressive 56 LS in late 2024. The 56 LS is Tiara’s largest outboard model ever.
PIL marks naming of LNG Dual-Fuel Container Vessel in Singapore
Pacific International Lines (PIL) recently marked a significant milestone with the naming ceremony of its latest 8,200TEU LNG dual-fuel container vessel, Kota Ocean, at the PSA Terminal in Singapore. The event, held in conjunction with Singapore’s 60th anniversary of nation-building, underscores PIL’s commitment to sustainability, efficiency and innovation in the maritime industry. The vessel was named by Ms Ho Ching, Chairman of Temasek Trust, and is the sixth LNG dual-fuel vessel in PIL’s fleet.
Kota Ocean is also the second in a series of four 8,200 TEU LNG dual-fuel container vessels, designated as O Class, that PIL is building. These vessels are pivotal to PIL’s strategy for renewing its fleet and enhancing operational efficiency and environmental sustainability.
The new 39 LS will carry an LOA of 39’6” (12.0 m) with an integrated platform with a 12’6” (3.8 m) beam and a 3’6” (1.09 m) draft. Power will come via twin Mercury 600 V12 Verado engines and she will be equipped with joystick piloting and integrated Garmin Marine navigation. The 39 LS will carry a dry weight of 18,000 lbs, 21 degrees of deadrise, and a 500 gallon (1890 L) fuel capacity.
EV Maritime launches first electric ferry in Auckland
EV Maritime, New Zealand’s leading electric ferry design and technology company, has announced the launch of its first fully electric passenger ferry. The new vessel will operate between Auckland and the suburb of Half Moon Bay.
This is the first of the EVM200 class – a series of battery-electric fast ferries built using lightweight carbon fibre. Designed for urban public transport, the EVM200 offers service speeds of up to 25 knots and a range of up to 20 miles.
Developed with support from the New Zealand Government, the EVM200 platform is part of Auckland Transport’s initiative to transition to a low-emissions ferry fleet. Two vessels will enter service under this program. Each vessel accommodates up to 200
passengers on a fully enclosed main deck, with additional seating for 30 on the upper deck. Amenities include three restrooms – one of which is ADA-accessible – and a small onboard kiosk serving barista coffee, cold beer, and wine.
The ferry will also feature the world’s first maritime deployment of the new CharIN Megawatt Charging System (MCS). The 10-mile (16 km) journey between downtown Auckland and Half Moon Bay takes approximately 35 minutes. While the ferry’s batteries hold enough energy for a full round trip, the vessel will typically recharge during a 10-minute turnaround at the terminal, using two MCS inlets rated at 1.1MW each.
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