Innovative Hydrogen-Powered Ferries Under Construction by Torghatten Nord in Partnership with Myklebust Verft
Key Ideas
- Norwegian transport company Torghatten Nord is collaborating with Myklebust Verft to build two large hydrogen-powered Ro-Pax ferries, set to be among the world's largest of its kind.
- The ferries, with a length of 117 meters and capacity for 120 cars, are designed to operate on the Bodø to Lofoten route, one of Norway's extensive ferry routes.
- The vessels will comply with Norwegian Maritime Authority and Lloyd's Register requirements and aim to contribute to sustainable transportation with the use of hydrogen propulsion systems.
- Construction involves building the hulls in Turkey and completing the assembly at Myklebust Verft's facilities in Gursken, showcasing international collaboration in the maritime industry.
Norwegian transport company Torghatten Nord, in partnership with Myklebust Verft, has initiated the construction of two innovative Ro-Pax ferries with hydrogen propulsion systems. These ferries, set to be delivered in 2026, will be significant in size, measuring 117 meters in length and offering space for up to 120 cars. The vessels are designed to be among the largest hydrogen-powered ferries globally and are planned to operate on the Bodø to Lofoten ferry route, one of Norway's longest. The design work for these ferries is being handled by The Norwegian Ship Design Company, ensuring compliance with industry standards. The collaboration aims to promote sustainability in transportation by utilizing hydrogen technology. Construction involves a unique process where the hulls are being constructed in Turkey and will later be transported for completion at Myklebust Verft's facilities in Gursken, highlighting international cooperation within the maritime sector.