Finnlines’ new Superstar class cargo-passenger vessels offer a more sustainable option for travel and transport of freight. The vessels are as emission-free as possible, and the Superstar vessels will be equipped with innovative technology. In addition, environmentally friendly oils will be used in bow thrusters, fin stabilisers, and in cargo access equipment. Throughout the entire shipboard facilities and services, green values are being prioritised.
The vessels will have a capacity of 1,100 passengers, twice that of existing vessels on the route. Freight capacity will also increase from 4,000 lane metres to 5,200. The new ro-ax vessels are part of Finnlines’ €500 million investment programme.
Aimed to enter traffic in 2023, the new Superstar class cargo-passenger vessels will serve the Naantali-Langnas-Kapellskar route between Finland, Aland Islands and Sweden.
Tom Pippingskold, president and CEO of Finnlines, says: ‘Regular and reliable freight traffic in the Baltic Sea is the backbone of the region’s economies and national security of supply. The maritime bridge between Finland and Sweden is one of the three connections in Finland important to trade and industry. Around 90 percent of the Finnish and Swedish exports and imports are carried seaways. Our service has been very important for our customers. Increasing cargo and passenger capacity and improving passenger comfort on the route will strengthen the service.’
Source: Cyann Fielding, AntwerpXL
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