From Strait Shipping's press release today:-
"The purpose built roll-on roll-off vessel was manufactured in a Dutch shipyard in 2005, and has a range of green features including its fuel efficiency, use of waste heat for heating hot water and passenger areas and allergy free passenger zone.
It is 124.9 metres in length, has a maximum speed of 18.8 knots and has 1248 lane metres for freight and vehicles.
The ferry's contemporary Scandinavian designed interior accommodates 400 passengers. On-board facilities include a cafeteria, reception area, shop, a family area, viewing lounge and allergy free zone. Big screens will be installed to allow for the Bluebridge service's offering of free movies.
Ms Ellison said the vessel would be the youngest ferry on Cook Strait. The ship is to be renamed the Straitsman in recognition of Strait Shipping's first vessel, in service for 11 years from when the company began in 1992.
The vessel is equipped with high-tech navigation aids, stabilisers, two powerful bow thrusters and in-line high lift flap rudders to ensure efficient manoeuvrability."
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