en.Wedoany.com Reported - Norwegian shipyard GOT Marine has announced that Greek ferry operator Dodekanisos Seaways has officially placed an order for a new passenger catamaran. This order marks the resumption of cooperation between the two parties after a twenty-year hiatus, with a contract value approaching NOK 200 million.

The new vessel, with an overall length of 41 meters, will be capable of carrying over 300 passengers and 6 vehicles, with delivery scheduled for autumn 2027. It will join Dodekanisos Seaways' catamaran fleet, operating alongside the existing "Dodekanisos Express" and the "Dodekanisos Pride," which was delivered in 2005.

André Rustad, Managing Director of GOT Marine, stated that construction of the new vessel has commenced immediately at the Mandal shipyard. He also revealed that some of the veteran craftsmen who participated in building the "Dodekanisos Pride" will once again be involved in the construction of this new vessel. The building of this catamaran not only continues the partnership between the two sides but also reflects the shipyard's technical heritage in the passenger catamaran sector.

Alongside the signing of this construction contract, Dodekanisos Seaways also revealed a potential intention to order a fourth and fifth vessel in the future, indicating its plans for continued expansion in the Greek island route business.

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