KM wins fin stabiliser ferry deal

Operating on the busiest service route on the Clyde and Hebrides network, the new 95 metre vessels will have a capacity of 275-lanemeter for HGVs on the main deck and a total of 107 cars on both main and hoistable decks.

“We look forward to working again with the team at Kongsberg to deliver stabilisers for our two new vessels for the communities in Islay and Jura,” said Jim Anderson, director of Vessels of CMAL. “Kongsberg has supplied stabilisers for many of the vessels in our fleet and is a trusted partner.”

The retractable fin stabilisers, due for delivery in 2023, are said to be designed for high performance roll damping with low weight and maintenance needs without compromising reliability.

The company credits its PLC based control system with providing reliable technology with simple operating interfaces and comprehensive maintenance and diagnostic information through touch screens. The controls also provide the Eco feature for optimisation operation of the stabilisers.

“It is a big proud moment to build such tailored projects for the communities in Islay and Jura, we are looking forward to making the most out of the cooperation between Kongsberg Maritime and CMAL,” said Recep Portakal, project manager of Cemre Shipyard.