en.Wedoany.com Reported - Norwegian operator Fjord Shuttle has announced an agreement with local shipyard Brødrene Aa to build a new sightseeing vessel equipped with a hybrid propulsion system combining batteries and diesel power. Scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2027, the vessel will accommodate 292 passengers, achieve a speed of 19.9 knots, and be capable of winter operations in northern Norwegian waters.

The shipyard stated that the vessel can operate solely on battery power for up to three hours. Fjord Shuttle will invest NOK 135 million (approximately USD 14.3 million) in the construction of the vessel. The vessel will be chartered and operated by Fjord Guiding, which specializes in short trips in the Nordfjordeid, Måløy, and Geirangerfjord areas. Onboard facilities include a dining area and an outdoor observation deck, along with panoramic windows and enhanced accessibility for passengers with disabilities.

This is one of the first new vessel orders for Brødrene Aa since it emerged from bankruptcy in late 2025. Brødrene Aa, a shipyard on Norway's west coast, is known for building high-speed ferries using carbon fiber composite materials and employs around 170 people. The placement of this order marks the shipyard's regained market trust following its bankruptcy restructuring and the beginning of its recovery in order intake capacity.

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