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Devil Cat Catamaran Passenger Ferry

The Devil Cat is one of Incat Tasmania’s fast ferry wave-piercing catamarans and was built at their Hobart shipyard in 1

Incat Tasmania pty Ltd, Australia

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TT Line Company pty Ltd

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240 cars, or cars and up to four coaches

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4 x diesel engines, 7,080kW (9,500 hp) each

The Devil Cat is one of Incat Tasmania’s fast ferry wave-piercing catamarans and was built at their Hobart shipyard in 1997. It has a capacity of 900 passengers, 240 cars and the ability to maintain fully loaded service speeds of 43 knots, or 80km/h. At lightship condition, Devil Cat has achieved 50.2 knots, or 93km/h. The catamaran is operated by TT Line Company Pty Limited on their ferry service from Melbourne, Australia, across the Bass Strait to Tasmania.

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Devil Cat is constructed from marine-grade aluminium alloys, particularly, the 5383-H116 alloy. The aluminium superstructure is supported on vibration damping mounts. The catamaran design is characterised by long slender waterborne hulls, each subdivided into eight watertight compartments, with very little buoyancy at the bow. As each hull encounters a wave it tends to ‘pierce’ through it rather than ride over it.

Passenger comfort has been increased significantly with the introduction of the 91m wave-piercing catamaran. Excluding hull shape and form, which contribute significantly to a comfortable ride, part of the improvement can be attributed to the enhancement of the Maritime Dynamics Inc. ride control system. The system consists of an active trim tab mounted at the transom of each hull, which provides trim and motion dampening. Forward active ride control T foils will also be fitted to maximise the effect of the MDI system.

The air-conditioned electronics room, located under the bridge, can be accessed via a private stairwell leading from the bridge or, alternatively, from the vehicle deck. The area conveniently houses many unmanned electronic subsystems, previously located in the wheelhouse.

The main passenger deck (tier 2) contains two lounges, separated by an amenities block housing toilet facilities, a baby changing room and a small crew mess with shower facilities. On the forward side of the atrium, Café 91, a duty free store and a ships office are found. Tier 2 seating consists entirely of aircraft-style seats, supplied by the Australian-based company, Maxton Fox.

The vessel is powered by four Ruston 20 RK270 conventional medium-speed diesel engines, which provide 7,080kW (9,500hp) each. Each engine drives a transom mounted waterjet (Lips LJ145D) through a Renk ASL60 reduction gearbox. Along with steering and reversing, the custom-designed Lipstronic jet control system provides the option of thrust vectoring and autopilot.

Two Caterpillar generators in each hull (four 230kW in total) feed associated independent main switchboards that are can disconnect in an emergency. The standard AC supply and distribution system is 415/240V, three phase.

AUTOMATION AND CONTROL

The navigation and communication equipment is supplied by Electrotech Australia. The ship’s position is provided by a Decca MX400B, a six-channel GPS with a built-in DGPS Beacon Receiver. Primary navigation is performed by the two Decca BridgeMaster II 250 Series radars. The Navigator’s radar uses a 30kW S-Band transceiver transmitting at 3GHz with a 12ft scanner. The Captain’s radar is an X-Band 25kW unit transmitting at 9.4GHz into a 6ft scanner. Both scanners rotate at 48rpm to maximise target detection when the vessel is travelling at high speed.

A Skipper GDS101 with a 50kHz transceiver provides optimum sea-bottom detection, even at speeds greater than 40 knots.

Long-range communications in the 2MHz to 30MHz band is provided by a Skanti TRP7200 Transceiver. Two Skanti VHF3000 25W transceivers operating in the frequency range 155MHz to 163MHz provide line-of-sight, short-range communications. The Navigator’s VHF3000 is interfaced to a DSC3000 DSC Controller, which enables DSC functions in the VHF band. A McMurdo MCM406A Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon will automatically float free and transmit on 406MHz in the case of shipwreck.

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Incat Tasmania to build world’s largest electric ferry yet

The Australian shipbuilder Incat Tasmania announces the production of what it claims is the world’s largest battery-electric ferry. The 130-metre vessel is being built for the South American shipping company Buquebus and will operate between Argentina and Uruguay from 2025.

Incat Hull 096, as the aluminium ship is called, will have the capacity for 2,100 passengers and crew, 225 cars and a duty-free shop covering more than 2,000 square metres. The propulsion system comes from Finnish technology group Wärtsilä, while the batteries with a total capacity of 40 MWh will be sourced from Norwegian energy storage specialist Corvus Energy.

The electric ferry is being built in Australia for use in South America; there is also some European involvement: The propulsion system comes from the Finnish technology group Wärtsilä, and the batteries with a total capacity of 40 MWh are contributed by the Norwegian energy storage specialist Corvus Energy. The energy storage system will be “four times larger than any battery installation that has been constructed and installed anywhere in the world for the marine transport environment”, Incat wrote.

Wärtsila will supply, among other things, its in-house energy management system, eight electric motors and the associated eight Wärtsilä WXJ1100 axial flow water nozzles, including “ProTouch” propulsion controls, according to its own statement. The order was booked in July 2023, with a target delivery date in the second half of 2024 – one year ahead of the vessel’s scheduled delivery. “The eight e-motor waterjet propulsion configuration is the most efficient available on today’s market for this speed range and type application while boasting all the benefits from Wärtsilä’s axial flow waterjet technology – low weight, shallow draft, superb manoeuvrability, and low maintenance,” says Roger Holm, president of Wärtsilä’s Marine Power business.

Although Wärtsilä is supplying the complete propulsion system including energy storage, it has in turn ordered the batteries from Corvus Energy. In addition to the high storage capacity, the Norwegian company says the ship will also be “charged with the highest capacity chargers in the world”. Details of the charging system are not given, however. According to Halvard Hauso, Commercial Director for Europe at Corvus Energy, the new vessel is a “positive indicator of the increasing adoption of maritime electrification”.

As Incat founder Robert Clifford indicates, interest in the battery-electric vessel is very high, and the company is also apparently working on a second, smaller RoPax ferry. “We are already increasing our workforce and have just finalised plans for the recruitment of at least another 200 employees over the next 12 months with the expectation that our workforce will more than double in coming years,” Clifford says.

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Incat Tasmania plans to deliver the world's first large, lightweight electric ferry

Incat Tasmania (Australian high-speed catamaran shipbuilder ) revealed it was in discussion with South American operator Buquebus for the delivery of the largest zero-emissions/electric lightweight RoPax ship/ferry in the world.

The 130-m/427-ft-long vessel is under construction at Incat’s yard. The vessel was originally intended to run on liquefied natural gas (LNG) . However, after a recent consultation with Buquebus, Incat was asked to replace the LNG powerplant with an innovative battery-electric solution.

The ferryboat will have passenger capacity ~2100 and cargo capacity 226 vehicles. The delivery is scheduled for 2025. Buquebus is a long-time customer of Incat and will operate the ship between Argentina and Uruguay.

According to Incat Group Chairman and Founder Robert Clifford, the customer wanted that to happen. Incat also wanted it to happen, and whilst there were matters to be finalized, he was extremely confident that Incat could deliver the groundbreaking ship.

"In my experience, unless we see something come from left field, this is a done deal. Obviously, there needs to be sufficient energy supply in the ports that the ship would visit but we understand this is progressing positively. The batteries and electric motors are being worked through with our suppliers, to ensure they can deliver the technology required in the time frame we need them.”

With the maritime industry eyeing a zero-carbon emissions future, electric vessels are expected to become part of the enablers for the decarbonization of the industry. Incat believes the market for lightweight electric ferries is opening up and is scaling up its workforce/production facilities in readiness.

Powering the world’s largest zero-emissions, lightweight catamaran ferry for Buquebús

What will power the world’s largest zero-emissions, lightweight catamaran ferry?

Electric ships powered by batteries are becoming more and more interesting for companies who want to be more sustainable. One interesting example is a new ferry being built by Incat Tasmania, ordered by Buquebús.

The new ferry will be the world’s largest zero-emissions, lightweight catamaran ferry, and it will be powered by a battery electric propulsion system and waterjets from Wärtsilä. It will be the biggest battery electric ship ever built.

Incat’s long-term South American customer, Buquebús will have the vessel to operate between Argentina and Uruguay. It has an overall length of 130 m and will have the capacity to carry 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles.

The equipment from Wärtsilä is scheduled to be delivered in the latter part of the year 2024. The vessel itself is scheduled to be delivered to Buquebús in 2025.

The deal was first published in a press release in August 2023.

Power from batteries and eight electric waterjets

This catamaran vessel will be fully battery-powered, and waterjets will be the main power for its electric motor.

In all, the vessel will have the benefit from the following solutions from Wärtsilä:

power conversion system
the smart Energy Management System
DC shore charging system
40 MWh battery modules
eight electric motors
eight Wärtsilä axial flow WXJ1100 waterjets
ProTouch propulsion control system.

The package of the battery modules and energy storage system will yield 4 times the power of any of the ones on today’s electric or hybrid ships.

The propulsion system to be delivered

Eight main propulsors, compact and lightweight axial flow WXJ1100 waterjets which are designed and optimized for medium speed 25 knots operation. The waterjets are driven by eight very efficient permanent magnet e-motors in a compact and lightweight design.

The propulsion, battery and energy storage systems to be delivered

The battery modules and energy storage system package can provide four times the efficiency than any other electric/hybrid ship currently operating.

A synergetic relationship between Incat and Wärtsilä

Incat has had a practically synergistic relationship with the Wärtsilä Waterjets team for more than 30 years. During this time, Incat’s catamarans have got faster and bigger – and much more efficient.

Surprisingly, the waterjets built for this world’s largest zero-emissions catamaran ferry – were not larger than before. In fact, they were smaller, tens of tonnes lighter than on previous INCAT installations, and optimised for medium speed (25 knots) operation.

Incat and Wärtsilä have even broken a world speed record together. In 2012, Wärtsilä’s two 1720mm axial flow waterjets powered Buquebús vessel Francisco, which reached the astonishing speed of 58.1 knots (107.6 km/h), making it the world’s fastest ship. It holds a record from Guinness Book of Records.

To date, Wärtsilä has delivered over 200 waterjets to Incat Shipyard.

Other fast ferry references

As part of the EU-funded TrAM project, Wärtsilä and partners have delivered a zero emission fully electric fast ferry that operates in Norway.

Wärtsilä integrated solution powers the Eleanor Roosevelt – the world’s first fast ferry with natural gas engines

Offering an unprecedented level of performance, reliability and quality

VIDEO: Incat Tasmania high-speed catamaran is on its way to South Korea

Incat Tasmania high speed catamaran El Dorado Express on sea trials

Incat Tasmania has handed over the 76 meter El Dorado Express to its new owner, South Korea’s Daezer Ferry . The high speed passenger catamaran left Hobart, Tasmania, on the afternoon of 22nd May on delivery voyage from Hobart to Pohang under the control of her new Korean crew, with an Incat electronics technician and mechanical engineer on board. El Dorado will re-fuel at Gladstone, Port Moresby and Davao in the Philippines before arriving at Pohang, where it will serve on the crossing to Ulleung, an island 117 nautical miles off the eastern coast of South Korea.

Reflecting the requirements of its owners, the new ferry, Incat Hull 099, is predominately a passenger craft with ramp and cargo space forward.

Incat is no stranger to the Korean market having delivered its first vessel to the region in 1995, the still highly regarded Sunflower.

“The Sunflower served Ulleung island for 25 years and was only recently retired by Daezer in compliance with Korean ship age limits,” says Incat Tasmania chairman Robert Clifford.

The El Dorado Express will provide passengers with a smooth ride and enhanced onboard experience thanks to Incat’s well-proven evolved wave-piercing hullform and center-bow arrangement.

Designed by Revolution Design the El Dorado Express puts the fast in fast-ferry, reaching an impressive speed of 50.2 knots on sea trials with 100 tonnes deadweight.

On board this latest Incat high-speed catamaran, passengers can enjoy ample natural light in a high-quality interior featuring comfortable seating, durable timber-look walkways and tasteful bulkhead paneling. Seating is on two decks: Tier 1 for tourist passengers and Tier 2 for both Business and VIP classes.

The aft end of Tier 2 offers 92 luxurious Eknes Pacific Sleeper-1400 VIP seats. Dividing the VIP area from the forward-facing Business lounge, with 352 Eknes Supa Nova reclining seats, is a bar serving food and snacks. A services block houses male and female toilets as well as the lower wheelhouse electronics room.

The remainder of the vessel’s seating is found on the lower deck. The space is divided by a centrally located kiosk, food preparation area and bar with wide counter area allowing customers easy viewing and access while preventing crowding and long lines. At the aft end of Tier 1, a room is provided for passengers wishing to travel with their pets. A well-appointed crew mess divides the pet room from a patient room, provided for the benefit of patient transfer from the island to the mainland.

Evacuation facilities for passengers and crew on board El Dorado Express comprise four Liferaft Systems Australia Marine Evacuation Stations, two port and two starboard.

As with all large Incat vessels the superstructure, Tier 2 and above, is an independent structure, connected to the hull via rubber isolation mounts, for optimum noise and vibration performance.

Forward of the Tourist cabin on Tier 1 is the 190 square meter cargo space with wide side loading access for palletized goods. For cyclists there is ample bicycle rack storage.

Situated atop the passenger deck, El Dorado Express’s wheelhouse features the latest navigation, monitoring, and control equipment. The vessel offers views from raised helm seating, with all instruments fitted in dark gray and black consoles to aid night vision and minimize distraction. For docking, wing station controls are provided. A separate ship’s office and lounge is located aft of the bridge where crew can lay-out charts, plan voyages or relax from day-to-day activities.

High levels of operability are key, as is evident n in El Dorado Express’s spacious machinery rooms. The craft is equipped with four Caterpillar C280-16 engines which each deliver 6,000 kW at 100% MCR. Each engine drives a steerable Kongsberg Kamewa S90-4 waterjet via a Reintjes VLJ 4431 gearbox.

Supplying electrical power are two Caterpillar C7.1 generators rated at 200 ekW each and 380V, 60Hz.

El Dorado Express – Principal Particulars

Builder: Incat Tasmania Pty Ltd
Design: Revolution Design Pty Ltd
Class: DNV +1A1 HSLC R1 Ferry EO
Operator: Daezer Ferry
Route: Ulleung – Pohang
Length: 76.7 meters
Breadth: 20.6 meters
Draft: 3.02 meters
Gross Tonnage : 3,158 GT
Deadweight: 167 tonnes
Passengers & crew: 990
Cargo: 25 tonnes
Main engines: 4 x Caterpillar C280-16
Speed: 50.2 Knots @ 100% MCR @ 100 tonnes deadweight

General arrangement of Incat Tasmania high speed catamaran

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Incat Tasmania Completes Bespoke High Speed Catamaran For South Korea
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Australian high-speed craft specialist Incat Tasmania has handed over its latest building project, the 76 metre high-speed passenger catamaran El Dorado Express is now on her delivery voyage to new owner Daezer Ferry of South Korea.

Incat Tasmania Completes Bespoke High Speed Catamaran For South Korea

Reflecting the exacting requirements of her owners the bespoke new ferry, Incat Hull 099, is predominately a passenger craft with ramp and cargo space forward.

She will operate for Daezer Ferry on the crossing between Pohang and Ulleung, an island 117 nautical miles off the eastern coast of South Korea supporting the needs of local residents and providing a service for tourists to the Islands.

Incat Tasmania Chairman Robert Clifford says Incat is no stranger to Korean waters having delivered its first vessel to the region in 1995, the still highly regarded Sunflower. “The Sunflower served Ulleung island for 25 years and was only recently retired by Daezer in compliance with Korean ship age limits,” he says. Mr Kim, CEO of Daezer Ferry said “We are thrilled to introduce the El Dorado Express, a remarkable vessel that will navigate the challenging waters of the East Sea of Korea with unparalleled speed. In our quest to deliver the fastest ferry, we chose Incat as our partner, confident in their ability to provide the highest quality craftsmanship. We eagerly anticipate showcasing this extraordinary vessel to the people of Korea, and we are certain that it will exceed their expectations.”

The El Dorado Express will provide passengers with a smooth ride and enhanced onboard experience thanks to Incat’s tried and proven evolved wave-piercing hullform and centre-bow arrangement.

Designed by Revolution Design the El Dorado Express is a truly fast vessel, reaching an impressive speed of 50.2 knots on sea trials with 100 tonnes deadweight.

On board El Dorado Express passengers can enjoy an abundance of natural light in a high-quality interior featuring comfortable seating, durable timber-look walkways and tasteful bulkhead panelling. The stylish accommodation is situated across two decks: Tier 1 with seating for Tourist passengers and Tier 2 for both Business and VIP classes.

The aft end of Tier 2 boasts 92 luxurious Eknes Pacific Sleeper-1400 VIP seats affording every comfort at sea. Dividing the VIP area from the forward-facing Business lounge is a bar serving food and snacks. A services block houses male and female toilets as well as the lower wheelhouse electronics room. In this lounge Eknes has also supplied the 352 reclining seats from its Supa Nova range.

Evacuation facilities for passengers and crew on board El Dorado Express comprise four Liferaft Systems Australia Marine Evacuation Stations, two port and two starboard.

As with all large Incat vessels the superstructure, Tier 2 and above, is an independent structure, connected to the hull via rubber isolation mounts, for optimum noise and vibration performance.

Forward of the Tourist cabin on Tier 1 is the 190 sqm Cargo space with wide side loading access for palletised goods. For cyclists there is ample bicycle rack storage.

Situated atop the passenger deck, El Dorado Express’s wheelhouse features the latest navigation, monitoring, and control equipment. The vessel offers views from raised helm seating, with all instruments fitted in dark grey and black consoles to aid night vision and minimise distraction. For docking, wing station controls are provided. A separate ship’s office and lounge is located aft of the bridge where crew can lay-out charts, plan voyages or relax from day-to-day activities.

High levels of operability are key and nowhere is this more evident than in El Dorado Express’s spacious machinery rooms. The craft is equipped with four Caterpillar C280-16 engines which each deliver 6,000kW at 100% MCR. Each engine drives a steerable Kongsberg Kamewa S90-4 waterjet via a Reintjes VLJ 4431 gearbox.

Supplying electrical power are two Caterpillar C7.1 generators rated at 200 ekW each and 380V, 60Hz.

The ship left Hobart in the afternoon of 22nd May on delivery voyage from Hobart to Pohang under the control of her new Korean crew, with an Incat electronics technician and mechanical engineer on board. El Dorado will re-fuel at Gladstone, Port Moresby and Davao in the Philippines.

El Dorado Express – Principal Particulars:

Builder: Incat Tasmania Pty Ltd
Design: Revolution Design Pty Ltd
Class: DNV +1A1 HSLC R1 Ferry EO
Operator: Daezer Ferry
Route: Ulleung – Pohang
Length: 76.7 metres
Breadth: 20.6 metres
Draft: 3.02 metres
Gross Tonnage : 3,158 GT
Deadweight: 167 tonnes
Passengers & crew: 990
Cargo: 25 tonnes
Main engines: 4 x Caterpillar C280-16
Speed: 50.2 Knots @ 100% MCR @ 100 tonnes deadweight

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Buquebus orders largest 100% electric high-speed catamaran ferry in the world

A computerized rendering by Incat Group of what Buquebús' environmentally friendly boat would look like

Shipbuilders Incat Tasmania has begun construction of what they claim will be the world's largest electric ferry boat. The 130-meter-long unit has been ordered by Buquebús, the company offering passenger services between Buenos Aires and the Uruguayan ports of Colonia and Montevideo through the Río de la Plata. It will have room for 2,100 travelers and 226 vehicles, it was reported.

Plans for the ninth Incat vessel to join the Buquebus fleet were originally announced in 2019. That original design called for two aluminum hulls connected to a bridging section. Its top speed was expected to be around 37.5 knots. Incat Tasmania is expected to deliver the new unit by 2025.

“Originally, this 130-meter ferry was to be powered by Liquefied Natural Gas, but after some discussions with the client, we were asked to replace the LNG plant with a zero-emission, battery-electric solution,” the company explained in a press release.

Incat Group founder and chairman Robert Clifford explained that “the customer wants this to happen, Incat wants this to happen, and whilst there are matters to be finalized, I am extremely confident that Incat can deliver this ground-breaking ship.”

“Obviously, there will always be the need for power supply in the ports that the ship will be visiting, but we understand that this is progressing positively. The batteries and electric motors have already been confirmed by our suppliers, to ensure that they will be able to deliver the necessary technology in the time frame we need it,” Clifford went on.

“In my experience, unless we see something come in from left field, this is a done deal,” he added.

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Incat Tasmania awarded a contract to build a 76 metre high speed catamaran for South Korea

Australian high speed craft specialist Incat Tasmania is pleased to announce a contract to build a new fast ferry for Daezer Construction of South Korea.

Work on the new 76 metre craft has already commenced with delivery scheduled for the first quarter of 2023.

The high speed ferry will operate for Daezer on the line between Pohang and Ulleung, an island 117 nautical miles off the eastern coast of South Korea where the main economic activity is tourism.

Incat Tasmania Chairman Robert Clifford says Incat is no stranger to South Korean waters having delivered its first vessel to the region in 1995, the still highly regarded, Incat hull 037, Sunflower. “Sunflower served Ulleung island for 25 years and was only recently retired by Daezer in compliance with South Korean ship age limits.

“This new craft will benefit from Incat’s evolved tried and proven hullform, with its new bow arrangement and will lead the local market in terms of seakeeping for vessels of its size. The 76 metre is expected to be a successful model for the future with the first of this type due for delivery to another South Korean operator, SeaWorld Express Ferries, at the end of March this year” he says.

Incat Tasmania CEO Tim Burnell says that in these continuing days of Covid-19, this new order is exceptionally good news for the yard. “At Incat we are fortunate to have the best quality, most highly experienced workforce in the global fast ferry industry and we are pleased to add this new vessel to those recently delivered to our customers around the world.”

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Incat Tasmania is currently is getting ready to deliver the world’s largest and longest, lightweight, zero emissions ferry.

The 130 metre ferry, destined for South American customer Buquebús, is currently under construction at the company’s Hobart shipyard. While the original design was for the ship to be powered by LNG, Buquebús now wants the ferry to be 100% battery-electric.

The ship will ferry cars, buses and delivery vans roughly 240km from Argentina to Uruguay.

One of the logistical details still being considered is how Incat will deliver the ship to the Argentinian customer. One solution being looked at is to install temporary diesel powered generators to charge the batteries along the way.

The generators would then be removed once the ship reaches the customer in Buenos Aires. A second method is to use a giant “lift ship” to essentially carry the ferry across the Pacific Ocean.

Incat Group chairman and founder Robert Clifford says “the customer wants this to happen, Incat wants this to happen, and whilst there are matters to be finalised, I am extremely confident that Incat can deliver this ground-breaking ship. In my experience unless we see something come in from left field, this is a ‘done deal’.

“Obviously, there needs to be sufficient energy supply in the ports that the ship would visit but we understand that this is progressing positively. The batteries and electric motors are being worked through with our suppliers, to ensure they can deliver the technology required in the timeframe we need them.”

The ship is scheduled for delivery in 2025. With the new all electric specification, the ship is set to be the world’s largest, lightweight, zero emissions ferry operating anywhere in the world.

“Zero emissions shipping is the future and Incat based in Tasmania, one of the few places on the planet which has already delivered net zero, is now poised to revolutionise the world’s shipping fleet by delivering the world’s first zero emissions, lightweight ship,” says Clifford.

Incat managing director Craig Clifford says this is a unique opportunity for Incat.

“Whilst there are always challenges if you change any aspect of the design of a ship part way through build, in simple terms, this is just swapping one method of propulsion for another: it will however have significant environmental benefits, and open up a whole new market for these types of vessels.”

Last year the NSW government laid out a broad-ranging strategy which included the possibility of new and retrofitted electric ferries operating on Sydney Harbour.

In April last year, The Driven reported that the New Zealand government had provided $NZ27 million to help fund 75% of the construction of two 200 passenger electric ferries to operate in Auckland.

Former Tasmanian Premier Peter Gutwein, who is now Incat’s Strategic Advisor, says delivering the world’s first large battery electric ferry for Buquebus would lead to exponential growth in the international market for large lightweight electric ships.

“The world wants large, lightweight zero emission ships and we are already scaling up our workforce and production facility in readiness for what will be a significant expansion,” he said.

“It will be a win- win for both the environment and for investment in long-term skilled jobs in Tasmania.”

Daniel Bleakley is a clean technology researcher and advocate with a background in engineering and business. He has a strong interest in electric vehicles, renewable energy, manufacturing and public policy.

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Incat Tasmania to Deliver World’s Largest Battery Electric Ship

August 24, 2023

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Australian shipbuilder Incat Tasmania is setting a record for the largest, lightweight battery electric ship in the world with a new 130-meter (427-foot) ro-pax ferry under construction for South American customer, Buquebús.

The aluminum ferry will be the first fully electric vessel in South America when delivered in 2025, operating between Argentina and Uruguay. It will have a capacity for 2,100 passengers and crew and 225 cars and will feature a duty free shop of over 2,000 square meters (21,500 square feet).

The vessel will sail on the longest zero-emission journey, at the highest speed, and will be charged with the world’s highest capacity chargers. Once in operation the shoreside charging systems will have 50% more capacity than any current installation worldwide. The onboard energy storage system (ESS), at over 40MWh, will be four times larger than any battery installation that has been installed anywhere in the world for the marine transport environment.

The batteries will power a series of E-motors which drive a water jet propulsion system specially designed for shallow water operation. The project has been made possible by Corvus’s latest technological breakthrough– the lightweight battery, Dolphin NextGen, which features a rackless battery configuration that will weigh less than half of what its standard technology would weigh. Corvus has therefore achieved a high energy density, just under six kilo per kilowatt hour.

The ESS will be deployed across four battery rooms and will provide power to electric motors that will power a unique eight waterjet propulsor configuration from Wärtsilä. Eight waterjets, four steerable and four booster jets, were chosen to meet the shallow water operation requirements set for the vessel, rather than having fewer, larger waterjets.

The full Wärtsilä scope of supply includes Wärtsilä’s own energy management system, the power conversion system, DC shore charging system, the 40MWh battery modules, the DC hub, the eight electric motors, eight Wärtsilä axial flow WXJ1100 waterjets, and the ProTouch propulsion control system.

“The eight e-motor waterjet propulsion configuration is the most efficient available on today’s market for this speed range and type application while boasting all the benefits from Wärtsilä’s axial flow waterjet technology – low weight, shallow draft, superb manoeuvrability, and low maintenance,” says Roger Holm, President of Wärtsilä’s Marine Power business.

As Tasmania has already achieved overall net zero emissions, we are the only location on the planet that is able to construct zero-emission, battery electric ships in an already net zero emissions environment for our customers, says Incat Managing Director Craig Clifford.

“We're looking at quite a number of projects at the moment, and in five years’ time, we might not consider this a big project at all,” said Robert Clifford, Incat Chairman.

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Remote, wild and devilishly subversive: Here's why Americans are coming back to Tasmania

If you want to escape it all, there's remote, and then there's Tasmania.

The island off the southeastern coast of Australia is more than 10,000 miles and 15 time zones from New York and an 11-hour ferry ride from Melbourne, the nearest major city.

There were only 3,300 American trips to Tasmania last year , according to tourism officials. But more are on the way in 2023, predicted Sarah Clark, CEO of Tourism Tasmania . "We've seen more interest in Tasmania from North America than we have in years," she said.

One of them is Alissa Musto. She made the one-day trek from Boston to Hobart, the capital city, in December. That's midsummer in the Southern Hemisphere and one of the best times of the year to explore the city's vibrant culture and restaurant scene.

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"One of the highlights was a wilderness boat tour, where I got an amazing view of the rugged coastline, cliffs, caves, penguins, seals and other wildlife," said Musto, a musician from Boston.

It's the year of the far-cation, with more Americans taking international trips than ever since the start of the pandemic.

"We've seen an uptick in interest in travelers wanting to get out into nature, and Australia's remote island of Tasmania is a perfect choice," said Travis Pittman, CEO of TourRadar .

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What to do in Tasmania

Outdoor activities. Roughly half of Tasmania's land area is protected as national parks and reserves. Tasman National Park , with its towering dolerite cliffs, and Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park , with its diverse hiking paths and mercurial weather, are standouts.
Beaches. Tasmania's rugged coastline is filled with surprises – painted cliffs, powdery white sand, and green seas. There's world-class surfing at Shipstern Bluff, but you can find people surfing at almost all the local beaches. Boat tours, such as Pennicott Wilderness Journeys' Iron Pot Cruise , will get you close to abundant wildlife, including penguins.
Cultural attractions. Hobart is the cultural center of what locals call "Tassie." But its heart is the Museum of Old and New Art , a mostly subterranean art museum built on a winery just outside of town. It's home to entrepreneur David Walsh's $110 million private collection and has been described as a subversive "adult Disneyland."

Why are Americans visiting Tasmania?

"Tasmania's size holds immense appeal," explained Rachel Cooper, an Australia specialist with Red Savannah , a tour operator. "There's very little traffic, and it's easy to get around, making it easy to see so much – even for those with limited time."

So while it takes a while to get there – about 24 hours of flying between the U.S. and Tasmania – once you've arrived, you're close to everything. Tasmania is Australia's smallest state, slightly bigger than Switzerland.

Cooper said there's so much to do it's sometimes overwhelming. Her favorites include rafting, kayaking, biking, caving, diving and rock climbing. She's also a fan of the five-star accommodations, including the Saffire Freycinet, the Henry Jones Art Hotel, and Freycinet Lodge.

You don't have to go far to find hiking trails through ancient fern forests to the mountain peaks where you can be completely alone with your thoughts. One of the most popular day tours in Hobart is Mount Wellington.

An operator like Walk on Kunanyi can take you to the famous Organ Pipes rock formation in a few hours, allowing you to enjoy panoramic views of the city and River Derwent.

"To experience the same diversity in mainland Australia you would need to spend money on flights to get around, and you would need more time," said Cooper.

Although some visitors will plan an independent trip, as Beelen did, it is not for everyone. Driving on the left side of the road can be a little intimidating for Americans coming to Australia, and some of the roads in the national parks can be rough.

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Daniel Schoedler, managing director of Premier Travel Tasmania , said many Americans prefer to leave the driving to someone else.

"It takes some time to get used to driving on the other side of the road, and who wants to do that on vacation?" he said. Many visitors also prefer a guided tour, which you can book through a site like TourRadar. It has 58 organized adventures in Tasmania, all of which allow you to avoid driving.

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Tasmania is a wild place

But let's be honest: Tasmania is all about animals. Musto, the musician from Boston, saw them everywhere.

"I thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, where you get up close and personal with many of Australia's native species, like kangaroos, koalas, and wombats," she said.

One of the highlights of a Cradle Mountain tour is a visit to the Devils @ Cradle Tasmanian devil sanctuary . It's a breeding and conservation facility for three of Tasmania's threatened carnivorous marsupials; the Tasmanian devil, the Spotted-tail quoll, and the Eastern quoll. The famous devils are particularly threatened because of a transmissible parasitic cancer.

Devils are not at all what you expect if you grew up watching Bugs Bunny cartoons and remember the completely unhinged character named Taz. They're about the size of a small dog, solitary and nocturnal. They love to spar with one another in captivity, but they're also shy around people.

Is Tassie worth the trip?

So is it worth spending two full days in the air to get to Tasmania? Even if you just rent a home in Hobart and never leave town, it probably is. The capital has the vibe of a Western U.S. city like Grand Junction, Colorado, or Boise, Idaho.

People in Tasmania are also friendlier than in Australia's big cities (although they drive the same way – but that's a topic for another time). But there is also the feeling of being on the world's edge as you look south into the Tasman Sea, knowing you could sail to the Antarctic in two days. Now that's remote.

There's also the promise that you will return from a Tasmanian adventure with a tale to tell. Maybe it will be seeing monster waves at Shipstern Bluff on the south end of Tassie. Maybe it will be a chance encounter with a wombat in Strzelecki National Park. Or maybe, if you're lucky, on a moonless night at a campsite in Corinna, you will meet a devil.

"Tasmania," said Matt Casey, general manager of Federal Group Tourism , "is all about the stories."

Christopher Elliott is an author, consumer advocate, and journalist. He founded Elliott Advocacy , a nonprofit organization that helps solve consumer problems. He publishes Elliott Confidential , a travel newsletter, and the Elliott Report , a news site about customer service. If you need help with a consumer problem, you can reach him here or email him at [email protected] .

Australian high speed craft specialist Incat Tasmania is breaking new ground with its latest high speed catamaran, a 76m fast ferry for Seaworld Express Ferry of South Korea.

Just as Incat led the way with the world’s first car-carrying high speed catamarans in the pioneering 74m and 78m fast ferries of the early 1990s, this new 76m vessel will be the high-speed craft market frontrunner in terms of economy, seakeeping and comfort for vessels of its size.

Capable of accommodating 621 passengers and crew and 86 cars at speeds of over 40 knots, Santa Monica 1 features Incat’s tried and proven evolved hull form with its new centre-bow arrangement, reflecting over thirty years of experience building market-leading high speed vehicle-passenger ferries.

With a significant improvement to both waterline length and vessel trim compared with those early 74m and 78m craft, together with a Motion Control System, the Incat 76m catamaran benefits not only from vastly improved speed and fuel consumption but also provides a smoother ride and an enhanced onboard experience for both passengers and crew.

Designed by Revolution Design the Santa Monica 1 is a truly fast vessel, achieving a maximum speed of 49.7 knots on sea trials. Contractual speed of 42 knots with 100 tonnes deadweight aboard was achieved with a margin in excess of five knots.

Build lighter and stronger has always been a mantra at Incat where Chairman and Founder Robert Clifford points out that aluminium is one third the weight of steel.

The ability to build strong aluminium structures at lowest weight means the vessel requires less power, consumes the lowest possible amount of fuel, and delivers the most efficient solution to meet operator requirements.

On board Santa Monica 1 passengers can enjoy an abundance of natural light in spaces featuring high quality carpet, durable timber-look walkways, stainless steel fittings and tasteful wall panelling.

All passenger facilities are situated on one deck fitted out for 606 passengers with 72 executive seats and 98 reclining seats in the forward business class lounge, 232 seats midships and 204 seats in the aft cabin, all supplied by Beurteaux.

A services block separates the forward and midship sections and houses male and female toilets, a crew mess and a centrally located servery, food preparation area and bar.

Finished with stainless steel and glass cabinets to display hot and cold meals, drinks and desserts the servery is bounded by wide corridors either side allowing customers easy viewing and access while preventing crowding and long lines.

Evacuation facilities for passengers and crew on board Santa Monica 1 comprise four Liferaft Systems Australia Marine Evacuation Stations, two port and two starboard. Each can serve up to a total of 200 persons.

As with all large Incat vessels the superstructure, Tier 2 and above, is an independent structure, connected to the hull via rubber isolation mounts, for optimum noise and vibration performance.

Vehicles are handled via a vessel-mounted ramp at the stern. Car space sizes are 4.50m x 2.30m while commercial vehicle lanes on the main vehicle deck are 3.10m wide and have a clear height of 3.5m. Maximum loads are 5 tonnes for single axle, dual wheel.

The use of extensive lighting and apertures at the foredeck and stern provide a high level of natural light and air movement through the vehicle deck and is enhanced by the light tones of rapid access composite Structural Fire Protection provided by Ayres.

All vertical structural steel members are painted bright yellow so obstructions to vehicles or passenger movement are easily identified.

Situated atop the passenger deck, Santa Monica 1’s wheelhouse features the latest navigation, monitoring, and control equipment. A dedicated docking station, 360-degree views and CCTV deliver a high level of safety and control during voyages and docking.

The vessel offers views from raised helm seating, with all instruments fitted in dark grey and black consoles to aid night vision and minimise distraction. A separate ship’s office and lounge is located aft of the bridge where crew can lay-out charts, plan voyages or relax from day-to-day activities.

High levels of operability are key and nowhere is this more evident than in Santa Monica 1’s spacious machinery rooms. The craft is equipped with four Caterpillar C280-16 engines which each deliver 5,650kW at 100% MCR. Each engine drives a steerable Kongsberg Kamewa S90-4 waterjet via a Reintjes VLJ 4431 gearbox.

Four Caterpillar C7.1 generators rated at 200 ekW each and 380V, 60Hz, supply electrical power.

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All fast catamaran connections in europe, the largest catamaran ferry, images of the highest-speed catamarans in the world.

Catamaran Ferries are faster than traditional ‘monohull' ferries. These ferries can achieve much higher speeds. In Europe, you have several of these fast catamaran connections that you can take.

Take for instance the ferry on the connection between Hirtshals and Kristiansand:

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The Franciso ferry remains the fastest ferry, built by Incat:

HSC Francisco is a High-Speed Catamaran built by Incat in Hobart, Tasmania. Powered by liquefied natural gas, she is currently the fastest passenger ship in service, reaching a speed of 58 knots (107 km/h; 67 mph). The propulsion is by two GE LM2500 water jets. Connecting Buenos Aires with Montevideo .

A ferry connection is considered fast if more than 40 knots can be achieved. Only ferry catamarans make this. Boats that are often high and therefore have less friction with the water.

Catamaran connections in Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea

Aarhus – Odden
Rønne – Ystad (2 pieces)
Gothenburg (Sweden) – Frederikshavn (Denmark)
Gran Canaria – Fuerteventura ( Leonora Christina )
Hirtshals (Denmark) and Kristiansand (Norway)
Viking FSTR – Helsinki to Tallinn (Very fast!)

You also have these ferries in the British Isles, including from Stranraer to Belfast and ferries from England to the Channel Islands. Since these often change locations, it is difficult to pin them to one location or connection.

You also recently have more of these High-Speed ferries available around Greece.

The largest diesel-powered catamaran ferry is the HSC Express 1 and 2 between Aarhus and Odden (as well as Rønne and Ystad) in Denmark. More information about this catamaran can be found here on Wikipedia . The newer variants of this Ferry. For example, the HSC Express 3 is slightly smaller, so it may well be the case that these will remain the fastest and largest catamarans in the world for a very long time.

UPDATE: By the way, the Express 5 will eventually become the largest.

Sometimes you hear that the Hodor pleasure yacht ( Astilleros Armon ) is the largest catamaran with 60 meters, but this is incorrect. It is much smaller than the HSC Express at 112.6 meters .

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The Bajamar Express is a beauty, love to see more of these catamaran ferries in Europe!

The White Blue ferry is the Iris 6.1 Catamaran Passenger Ferry. I think the project failed:

” The philosophy underpinning the design concept was the need to achieve three important targets. Most importantly, it had to be able to transport passengers in comfort. In order to impose a mimimal environmental impact on ports, estuaries and banks, it had to generate a low wake at all operational speeds. Lastly, it had to meet these standards without negatively influencing the hull form, which was designed to maximise speed and economy.”

The ferry is still active somewhere in Croatia. When you spot it let us know 🙂

AFL announces Tasmania Devils will be new team’s name as playing kit unveiled

Announcement greeted with chant of ‘Devils’ among crowd
Event did not address doubts over side ever taking field

The AFL has announced its new team will be called the Tasmania Devils and wear a myrtle green, primrose yellow and rose red guernsey with an image of the island splashed on the front.

The long-awaited announcement in Devonport, which coincided with six live events across the state, was greeted with a spontaneous chant of “Devils” among the crowd.

Former AFL player Matthew Richardson, who unveiled the club’s colours, said they were “a no-brainer” and had been worn by Tasmanian footballers for more than a century.

“We already have over 100 years of history in these colours – all the greats have worn it,” Richardson said. “Now all the young kids who want to play for this club will get to wear these colours as well.”

Tasmanian midfielder Jasmyn Thompson, who announced the club’s name, said it represented “who we are and where we are heading”.

“The nickname for our club has three elements,” Thompson said. “It represents our place, the place we’re so proud to be from, combined with one of our most distinct inhabitants that makes us proud. It is strong and unique to our place.”

The AFL’s official announcement did not address doubts about whether a Tasmanian side would ever take the field.

The club has become mired in Tasmanian political controversy tied to the Liberal government’s commitment to build a new 23,000-seat, roofed stadium on the Hobart waterfront, which formed part of the state’s deal with the AFL.

In a press conference after the official event, the AFL’s chief executive, Andrew Dillon, said the construction of a new stadium was still non-negotiable. “It was a vital part of the case that was put to the [AFL] commission for the license,” Dillon said. “The club signed off on that. “Like any stadium development, there’s always twists and turns, but we’re really confident that we’ll be able to work with the government of the day to get it done.”

The first chair of the Tasmanian Football Club, Grant O’Brien, said new members could join the club for $10 as part of a recruitment drive.

“If you wish to see our Tasmanian teams in the AFL and AFLW succeed, then become a part of the Devils army now. That’s our plea. That’s our request.”

The AFL reached an “amicable agreement” with entertainment giant Warner Bros to use a logo that loosely references the Looney Tunes cartoon character Taz the Tasmanian devil. The league had been warned that without this, it may be exposed to a lawsuit .

The unveiling of the name and colours is the culmination of a long campaign that stretches back to the late 1980s to secure a team from Tasmania in the national competition.

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Football fans in Tasmania have had to console themselves with regular visits of Melbourne clubs, now Hawthorn and North Melbourne. Fitzroy became the first AFL club to play matches in the state, in 1991.

Hawthorn has had a relationship with Tasmania since 2001 and a major sponsorship deal with the state’s tourism agency was recently extended to 2025.

The Hawks will play three home-and-away matches in Launceston this season, in addition to the pre-season clash with the Western Bulldogs held earlier this month.

North Melbourne has four regular season matches in Hobart scheduled for this AFL season. Its AFLW side is formally known as the North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos and played two matches in Tasmania last season. The club’s sponsorship with the Spirit of Tasmania ferry service expires in 2025.

The location, scale and cost of the 23,000 seat stadium – quoted at $715m – has drawn criticism from many in the state. Two conservative MPs, John Tucker and Lara Alexander, left the Liberal party and moved to the crossbench in 2023, citing a lack of transparency over the stadium deal.

The rebellion left the premier, Jeremy Rockliff, struggling to maintain control in parliament, and an election was called for Saturday 23 March.

The opposition leader, Rebecca White, has pledged to revisit the deal with the AFL, but the league has said the agreement is not up for negotiation.

Uncertainty over the stadium hangs over the new franchise, with the AFL maintaining that without a new stadium, there would not be a team.

Amid fears of cost overruns on the stadium, Rockliff has pledged to “cap” the state’s spending at $375m. The federal government has pledged $240m and the AFL $15m.

Rockliff has said the remainder will come from private investment.

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What's going on with Tasmania's long-awaited container refund scheme?

It has a name, a logo, and even a nifty YouTube video explaining how it works — but there is still no confirmed launch date for Tasmania's container refund scheme (CRS).

A CRS allows people to exchange their eligible drink containers for cash at designated refund points, with the aim of reducing litter and promoting recycling.

Australia is on the cusp of becoming the first continent in the world to have a CRS in every jurisdiction, but Tasmania — the "green state" — has yet to do so.

With the cost of living crisis showing no sign of slowing down, every dollar counts. It is now more important than ever for Tasmanians to save as much money as they can, which a CRS could help achieve.

A quick recap on how Tasmania's CRS will work

The current plans for Tasmania's CRS, named Recycle Rewards, will allow Tasmanians to exchange a variety of empty drink containers for 10 cents each at authorised refund points.

Eligible containers will include cans, bottles, cartons, juice boxes and Pop Tops, that have held between 150 millilitres and 3 litres of beverages.

Certain containers will be excluded from Recycle Rewards, as the CRS is focused on recycling the containers that most commonly contribute to litter.

Excluded containers will include glass bottles that have held wine, liquor, or distilled alcoholic beverages such as sprits.

Any container that has held concentrated juice, cordial, or unflavoured milk, as well as more than a litre of flavoured milk or 90 per cent pure juice will also be excluded.

Various coloured drink cans in a big metal container.

There will be a minimum of 40 refund points throughout Tasmania at the launch of Recycle Rewards, although the exact locations and collection methods are still to be confirmed.

A spokesperson for the Department of Natural Resources and Environment (NRE), the department tasked with implementing the scheme, has said that once commenced Recycle Rewards will be solely funded by the beverage industry and operated under a split responsibility model.

This will see a network operator be responsible for managing the network of refund points, providing the refunds, and recycling the collected containers, while a scheme coordinator will be responsible for the administration and financial management of the CRS.

The state government will continue to oversee the CRS through a regulatory position.

When was Tasmania's CRS announced?

It has been almost five years since Tasmania's CRS was first announced.

The Liberal government first declared its intention to implement a CRS in Tasmania back in 2019, with the goal of rolling out the scheme by 2022.

Tasmania's Liberal Opposition Leader Will Hodgman

In November 2021, the Liberal's proposed scheme passed the House of Assembly, and in March 2022, the House of Legislation gave it the final approval.

Tasmania's CRS has since been pushed back twice — initially it was meant to roll out in 2023, but is now without a fixed rollout date.

What is delaying the launch of Tasmania's CRS?

We still don't know too many details about why the rollout of Recycle Rewards has been delayed.

The former minister for environment, Liberal candidate Roger Jaensch said that "Recycle Rewards is going ahead", and that "significant work is being done to establish the scheme".

Liberal Member for Braddon Roger Jaensch

He said "the tender process for the scheme coordinator and network operator [positions have] well advanced".

However, the ABC understands the NRE has so far been unable to successfully finalise contracts with potential network operators and scheme coordinators.

A spokesperson for the NRE said "these processes are taking longer than expected due to the complexity of the procurement and contract negotiations", and that they are focused on getting Tasmania the best deal that will provide good "value for money" well into the future.

Progress to launch Recycle Rewards does appear to be underway, with an amendment made to the State Planning Provisions in January to allow refund points to be constructed.

Mr Jaensch also said that "the regulations, which will underpin the scheme, are in their final stages and are expected to be tabled in both houses of parliament in early 2024", although he could not provide a launch date for the CRS.

Will the Tasmanian election change anything?

The upcoming state election may see Tasmania receive its CRS sooner rather than later.

The former shadow minister for environment, Sarah Lovell, said that "after 10 years of the Liberals, this important initiative has been delayed far too long".

Ms Lovell said that if elected, Labor will launch the CRS "by the end of this year ... without any further delay".

Meanwhile, the Greens have long campaigned for the introduction of a CRS in Tasmania, having made it part of their policy for almost a decade.

A representative for the party has said that the Liberals have been "dragging their heels" for an awfully long time, and that the Greens are "absolutely" committed to supporting the rollout of the CRS.

What are Tasmanians saying about the impending CRS?

Several community members have been venting their frustrations online about the scheme's delay, as well as expressing the urgent reasons behind why the scheme needs to finally launch.

Hobart teacher Lee-Anne Cody, who has taught sustainability to primary school students for almost 20 years, said "we know how much recyclable waste is in our communities. It's negligent of Tasmania to not have [the CRS] in place [yet]".

Launceston resident Malcolm Cowan said the Tasmanian government "has been delaying the [scheme's] introduction", which he called "a typical Tassie cop out".

Hobart resident Susan Claire said "it's embarrassing that clean green Tasmania doesn't [have a CRS yet]," while Lenah Valley local Cecilia Nunez said the state was "lagging behind" the rest of the country by failing to rollout the CRS faster.

North-west resident Oma Rodger said the CRS was "urgently needed" as roadside litter continues to accumulate, causing "the environment and the animals that live in it [to] suffer".

Launceston resident Chris Jenkins said "[the scheme's] delay is intolerable".

empty bottles and cans dropped as rubbish in long brown grass

"The government needs to get this happening as soon as possible, the discarded rubbish is awful."

Erin Hext, the co-owner of a Hobart hiking gear business, said that "the trash on the roadside with cans and bottles is becoming terrible! If [people] knew they'd be getting money back for their waste then they'd be less likely to throw it out the car window".

Hobart resident Narelle Tracy Muscat said that "in today's financial climate, I think anyone could use an extra few dollars", while Launceston's Cecelia Tencza said that "a lot of people could benefit from getting a small amount of cash back".

Huon Valley local Anna Ekstrand said the CRS will be a "good way of earning extra pocket money by searching for discarded [drink containers]", and that the speed of the scheme's rollout is "not good enough".

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Red Jet 4 axed by ferry operator amid passenger decline and cost concerns

One of Red Funnel ’s foot passenger vessels – Red Jet 4 – will not return to service, it has been confirmed, following a drop in passengers and reliability concerns at the Isle of Wight ferry firm.

Red Jet 4, built by North West Bay Ships in Tasmania in 2003, with capacity for 271 seated passengers and up to four crew, has been out of action since the end of 2023.

Earlier this week, the cross-Solent operator said it had only ‘partially renewed’ the boat’s certification and was prioritising the Cowes to Southampton route’s remaining Red Jet vessels.

In an update today (Thursday, March 21), the Red Funnel CEO, Fran Collins, has confirmed that Red Jet 4 will never serve the Solent route again.

Now two decades old, the vessel will not return due to 'economical' concerns and the firm’s priority on ensuring the reliability and punctuality of Red Jets 6 and 7.

Fran Collins also shared that the Red Jet service has seen a 'near 30 per cent drop in passenger volumes since 2019', which, coupled with ‘rising overheads’, makes Red Jet 4 unsustainable.

Red Jet 6 is currently operational, while Red Jet 7 is undergoing essential repairs to her propulsion system – with the cross-Solent operator aiming to have the ferry back in service ‘within days’.

The announcement comes after the resignation of eight directors at the company and follows major disruption with both Red Jet and the East Cowes to Southampton vehicle ferry service.

The disruption led to customers and politicians slamming the service.

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As previously reported by the County Press , Red Jet 4 has had interest from ‘other operators’.

A listing on website Shipselector.com shows a catamaran with redacted branding for sale through broker Lager Maritime Corp.

It is on the market for $3.15 million.

A temporary timetable is in place on the Red Jet until at least Friday.

Red Jet 6 has resumed a one-boat service on the route, with additional sailings operated by Blue Funnel.

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