France: Alu Marine Continues Construction of New Passenger Boat

February 19, 2013

This new futuristic style of this waterways shuttle boat has been inspired by the most advanced train and tramway projects. This boat is currently under construction at the Alu Marine shipyard. She will be delivered in Calais in a few weeks.

Her arrival in Calais will mark the opening of the first inland waters line of the city of Calais. The boat will sail on the Calais Canal and will operate between the Citadelle and the Pont de Coulogne. The trip will take 35 minutes to cover the four kilometres and serve the four scheduled stopovers.

The boat will have the capacity to carry 70 passengers in the transport version and 44 guests in the restaurant version. The propulsion consists of a 63 kW engine, which will give an average speed of 6.5 knots.

Futuristic lines
Optimized access
Dual purpose

Fitted with catering equipment, the vessel will also be available for cruises and evening receptions.

The boarding ramps on the bow are perfectly conform to the applicable accessibility standards and with the simplified berthing facilities that shorten the time and reduce the fuel consumption during the manoeuvring.

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Press Release, February 19, 2013