Wärtsilä is set to supply a fully integrated electric propulsion system with waterjets for a new high-speed catamaran ferry being constructed for Danish operator Molslinjen. This vessel marks the third in a series of battery-electric ferries being built at the Incat shipyard in Tasmania, with Wärtsilä’s solutions powering all three.
The supply package includes an integrated electric propulsion system, DC power conversion, energy management and automation systems, eight electric propulsion motors, waterjets, and the Wärtsilä ProTouch propulsion control system for enhanced sailing performance. Each ferry will measure 129 meters in length and 30.5 meters in width, accommodating 1,483 passengers and 500 cars, with operations planned for the Kattegat route.
These ferries are expected to join the Danish fleet between 2027 and 2028. The electric-driven waterjet configuration offers advantages such as low weight, shallow draft operation, and ease of maintenance. With integrated steering and reversing capabilities, the waterjets ensure excellent maneuverability and high propulsion efficiency, as power is distributed across multiple jets, enhancing overall performance. Delivery of Wärtsilä’s equipment for the third vessel is scheduled for 2027.
