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Korea Express Ferry launches latest vessel
Incat Crowther has announced the launch of 72-m passenger ferry Korea Pride
Incat Crowther supported Korea Express Ferry in building the ferry that will operate from Incheon on the west coast of South Korea, designing the ship and supervising its construction at Kangnam Corp in Busan. The operator specified the ship be built locally, making this the first ship of this type constructed in South Korea.
“It’s a great example of our approach to using global experience to support local building,” said Incat Crowther technical manager Dan Mace.
Korea Pride features a single-deck configuration, which Mr Mace explains was selected to handle the specific conditions which include large swells and wind chop. “Safety and open sea capability drove our design and build. The 72-m platform is longer than usual for a single-deck ship, delivering greater speed without sacrificing fuel efficiency.”
Korea Express Ferry chief executive Sung Man Hwang said, “Incat Crowther’s contribution to the project cannot be understated. We received a high-quality ship that reached an impressive 41 knots in sea trials. It is a very happy day for us to take delivery of such an extraordinary ship which will serve our passengers very well”.
The ferry can accommodate 556 passengers across a single deck. To maximise safety and efficiency, passengers board and disembark via six boarding gates, located to integrate with shoreside infrastructure. On board, passengers are served by economy, business and first-class cabins.
A central amenities block features a large, well-equipped kiosk in addition to bathrooms and a mothers’ room. Luggage racks are plentiful in all cabins. At the aft end of the main deck is a crew area with mess room, office and bathroom. The ship also has a medical room.
Korea Pride is powered by quad MTU 16V4000 main engines, with a tidy engineroom layout and exposed engine hatches aiding maintenance and removal. The ship has an operating speed of 36 knots and will be a lifeline for many who live on and trade and travel between these South Korean islands and the mainland.
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