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DERECKTOR 73m High Speed Ferry

DERECKTOR 73m High Speed Ferry

DERECKTOR 73m High Speed Ferry

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Overview: The Derecktor 73m High Speed Ferry is a catamaran designed by Nigel Gee Associates for the Alaska Marine Highway System Project. It is a high-speed RO/RO passenger ferry capable of carrying 250 passengers and 30 large vehicles, designed to interface with existing AMHS facilities.
Specifications: The ferry measures 73.40m in length overall, with a beam of 18m and a draft of 2.71m. It is powered by four MTU 16V595 diesel engines and four Kamewa 90SII waterjets, achieving a service speed of 36 knots. The hull and superstructure are constructed from aluminum, and the vessel is classed with DNV Maltese Cross 1A1 HSLC, R3, and complies with USCG SOLAS/HSC Code Cat. B.
Design and Features: The ferry features a geosym hull form for high transport efficiency and low wake wash. The main deck includes seating for 150 passengers in the observation lounge and 104 in the snack bar area, with additional seating in an exterior solarium. The vessel is fully ADA compliant and includes amenities such as a snack bar, video game area, and work/study spaces. Noise levels are maintained below 75 dBA, and a helicopter pick-up area is available on the top deck.
Performance and Testing: Tank tests confirm the ferry's low wake wash characteristics. It is designed to operate comfortably up to sea state 6, ensuring passenger comfort and safety.
Operational Context: The Alaska Marine Highway System has been operational since 1963, serving 32 communities in Alaska and transporting over 300,000 passengers annually. Derecktor's expertise in high-speed craft manufacturing and aluminum construction contributes to the ferry's advanced design and performance.
Contact Information: For commercial vessel inquiries, contact Derecktor at www.derecktor.com or via phone at ++1-914-698-5020.
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73 DERECKTOR 73m High Speed Ferry Vehicle and Passenger Ferry for the Alaska Marine Highway This catamaran ferry was designed by Nigel Gee Associates for Derecktor’s bid on the Alaska Marine Highway System Project. It is designed to be a safe, high-speed RO/RO passenger ferry that minimizes costs and can interface with existing AMHS docks and pier side facilities. It can carry 250 passengers on the main deck and 30 large vehicles, of the type mostly used in Alaska, on the cargo deck at a continuous-rating service speed of 35 knots and with great comfort up to sea state 6. Powered by four diesel engines and four water jets, this 73m catamaran uses a geosym of the Nigel Gee hull form employed in the 41m M/V Flying Cloud, which has been shown to provide the highest transport efficiency of any high-speed ferry of this size. A complete set of tank tests has been carried out, showing very low wake wash characteristics. The main deck has interior seating for 150 passengers in the observation lounge fwd and 104 in the snack bar area midship with a mixture of airline type reclining seats and table arrangements. Further seating is provided in the exterior solarium located aft. Full ADA compliance is guaranteed throughout the vessel. Dedicated areas for video games and work/study and a full service snack bar complete the onboard accommodations. Noise levels are below 75 dBA throughout the vessel interior. A helicopter pick-up area is located on the top deck. Classed with DNV Maltese Cross 1A1 HSLC, R3 and with full USCG compliance to SOLAS/HSC Code Cat. B, this aluminum vessel is the first vehicle and passenger high-speed ferry ever built in the US and it takes advantage of Derecktor’s experience and high level of craftsmanship in the field of highly-stressed aluminum structure construction. D E R E C K T O R S H I P Y A R D S S i n c e 1 9 4 7 www.derecktor.com 3 1 1 E . B o s t o n P o s t R d , M a m a r o n e c k , N e w Yo r k 1 0 5 4 3 , U S A

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Type: High Speed Ferry Service Speed: 36 knots Hull & Superstr: Aluminum SOLAS/HSC Boat - Oceans The Alaska Marine Highway System has been operating year- round since 1963, with regularly scheduled passenger and vehicle Alaska. It carries over 300,000 passengers every year. Hollis tv^a l&rdiikan Prince Ruport Derecktor has established itself as a leading manufacturer of high-speed craft in North America. Among the significant factors that have contributed to the success of the Derecktor built vessels are the very high standards of aluminum fabrication and machinery installation as well as the...

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