A Collaborative Effort for Green Innovation
This project is the result of close collaboration between FKAB Marine Design, Hvide Sande Shipyard, and METS Technology. While FKAB is responsible for the complete ship design, METS will do electric design and supply electrical equipment.
The ferry will be Hvide Sande Shipyard’s tenth vessel built with electric or hybrid propulsion, strengthening the yard’s reputation as a leader in sustainable shipbuilding.
Technical Highlights
The vessel features:
- Two fully electric propulsion systems, each consisting of a 250 kW electric motor driving a fixed-pitch propeller through a reduction gear.
- Primary power from two battery banks, each approximately 500 kWh in capacity.
- Backup and range extender power from a 130 kW genset.
- A DC-based power distribution system with inverters and transformers managing both propulsion and onboard systems.
- Rapid shore charging capability via a CCS2 high-power DC connector.
- Full automation and energy management provided by MIAS, including PMS, EMS and comprehensive alarm monitoring.
Preparing for a Greener Future
The new ferry is designed with long-term sustainability in mind, offering low emissions, quiet operation, and high efficiency. Battery charging will be handled both via onboard converters and directly from shore using rapid DC charging, depending on port infrastructure.
The vessel will continue to provide essential transport services in the Tjörn region, but now with a significantly lower environmental footprint.
FKAB’s Commitment to Sustainability
This project demonstrates FKAB’s ongoing commitment to helping shipowners transition to sustainable solutions through innovative design. With decades of experience in ship design for various vessel types, FKAB continues to support clients in implementing new technologies that meet both regulatory requirements and operational needs.
