Singapore shipbuilder Strategic Marine has announced the technical acceptance for a pair of two 40m 550-passenger aluminium catamaran ferries built for the Government of Bermuda.
This acceptance marks the vessels’ readiness to progress toward final delivery and deployment in Bermudan waters. Designed by One2Three Naval Architects, the ferry incorporates modern features to enhance passenger experience, comfort, accessibility, and operational efficiency. With capacity for 550 passengers and designated wheelchair spaces, the vessels will strengthen Bermuda’s public transport and tourism network by providing safe, efficient, and sustainable ferry services.
The new ferry will reduce CO2 emissions by about 25% when compared to the existing ferries on a passenger mile basis and offers significant savings on operational costs. This has been achieved by optimising the design and construction for the Government of Bermuda’s current and future operational requirements.
Chan Eng Yew, CEO Strategic Marine, said: “This technical acceptance milestone reflects the strong collaboration between Strategic Marine, the Government of Bermuda, and our supply partners. We are proud to uphold our commitment to delivering world-class ferries that exceed the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance while lowering environmental impact.”
Rudolph Cann, Director, Department of Marine and Ports Services, added: “We are pleased to complete the technical acceptance of this first vessel with Strategic Marine. This marks a major step toward enhancing our fleet with modern ferries that will serve both our residents and visitors for many years to come.”
With delivery scheduled for Q4 2025, the Bermuda Ferries project continues to advance on time, which Strategic Marine says reinforces its reputation as a trusted partner for innovative, sustainable, and high-performance passenger vessels.
Technical acceptance of Strategic Marine ferries for Bermuda (source: Strategic Marine)
