- Close collaboration ensures ferry is delivered on schedule and budget
- Improved marine connectivity and passenger comfort while reducing fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions.
- The ferry pair have exceeded contracted performance requirements
SINGAPORE, 20 September 2025 – Strategic Marine is pleased to announce the successful Technical Acceptance for a pair of two 40m 550-Passenger Aluminium Catamaran Ferries being for the Government of Bermuda. This important milestone marks the vessel’s readiness to progress toward final delivery and deployment in Bermudan’s 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 vessel will strengthen Bermuda’s public transport and cruise tourism network by providing safe, efficient, and sustainable ferry services.
The new catamaran 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 optimizing the vessels’ design and construction for the Government of Bermuda’s current and future operational requirements.
Mr. Chan Eng Yew, CEO of 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.”
Mr. Rudolph Cann, Director of the Department of Marine & 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, reinforcing Strategic Marine’s reputation as a trusted partner for innovative, sustainable, and high-performance passenger vessels.
About the Government of Bermuda, Department of Marine and Ports Services:
The Department’s primary role is to oversee marine affairs in Bermuda. As such, we are responsible for the safe movement of both international shipping and the operation of commercial and recreational boat traffic in local waters. The Department contributes significantly to the public transportation system through the operation of the Ferry Service, while we also have responsibility for port operations including Pilotage, Tug and Line Boat assistance and the maintenance of all marine Aids to Navigation. Salvage work, boat and mooring registration, oil spill response, offshore marine search and rescue and seaport security are just a few of our other areas of operational responsibility. Additionally, the Department incorporates the Maritime Operations Centre which is a 24-hour operational maritime support program. Various distinct international safety and security responsibilities are overseen from a common facility where the use of specialist marine technology, training and experience all combine to create a high degree of situational awareness, communications connectivity and ultimately – timely decision making to support local and international operations.
Visit the website here: www.gov.bm/department/marine-and-ports
About Strategic Marine Singapore:
Strategic Marine (S) Pte Ltd is a leading Singapore-based shipyard with a proven track record in building high-quality vessels for both civilian and defence applications. The company is recognized for its technical expertise, scalable production capabilities, reliability, and commitment to excellence in shipbuilding, with successful deliveries to major clients worldwide.
Visit the website here: www.strategicmarine.com
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