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Ferries - Ro-Pax
31 Mar 2026

Next-Generation 80-Metre Six-Engine Incat Crowther High Speed Ro-Pax Ferry for Ongjin County to be Built in South Korea

Global digital shipbuilder Incat Crowther has been commissioned by South Korean shipbuilder Kangnam Corporation (Kangnam) to design a new 80-metre high-speed catamaran Ro-Pax ferry for operation by Korea Express Ferry (KEF). The new vessel will servi …

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Ferries - Commuter
20 Feb 2026

Switch Maritime and Incat Crowther Advance 150-Passenger Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Electric Fast Ferry for New York and Beyond

Global digital shipbuilder Incat Crowther has begun detailed development and naval architecture on a hydrogen fuel cell-electric fast ferry design, with initial deployment targeted for New York waters. Incat Crowther is working on the design and regu …

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Ferries - Commuter
05 Feb 2026

Auckland’s First Plug-In Hybrid Electric Fast Ferry Performs Exceptionally on Sea Trials and Set to Enter Service

In a major milestone for Auckland’s public transport network, the city’s first plug-in hybrid electric fast ferry has performed exceptionally on sea trials and will soon enter service on the busy Auckland to Devonport commuter route. The vessel achie …

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Ferries - Tourist
29 Jan 2026

Bespoke Luxury Catamaran Allows Kauai Sea Tours to Expand Services in Iconic Hawaiian Tourism Hotspot

Lady Kailani, a new 20-metre (65 foot) luxury catamaran designed by global digital shipbuilder Incat Crowther for Kauai Sea Tours in Hawaii, is now in service offering tours along Kauai’s iconic Nā Pali Coast. The successful delivery of Lady Kailani …

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Digital Shipbuilding

What we do

812

Ships

116

Shipyards

265

Operators

"Nordlicht II was developed with Incat Crowther in accordance with our exacting requirements.  Incat Crowther developed the design, held a tender process to allow AG EMS to select the most suitable shipyard, and built the ship in a 3D digital model. This facilitated Penguin Shipyard to deliver a tailor made vessel.  Incat Crowther are the ideal shipbuilding partner."

Claus Hirsch, Fleet Manager
AG-EMS

"The design of the 123m Dual-Fuel Ro-Pax Ferry Eleanor Roosevelt was operationally driven to meet our needs.  The quality of construction is outstanding.”

Adolfo Utor, CEO
Balearia

"It was important to us that we built “our” vessel, rather than a fixed design. Incat Crowther allowed us the flexibility to incorporate changes and viewing these on 3D digital models really helped in that process. We could see how it was all going to work together during the physical construction."

Martin Rice, CEO
Farra Marine Limited

“Incat Crowther’s detailed production design information allowed us to build both locally in the US and overseas via an international tender process. Our partnership delivers the best-value shipbuilding outcome."

Joe McCall, Technical Manager
SEACOR Marine (NYSE: SMHI)

"Incat Crowther’s innovative approach allowed us to develop the world first-of-type ShadowCat Hodor.  Together we ran an international construction tender that allowed us to purchase with like-for-like bids, based on the same specification and layout.”

Robert Smith, Owners Representative
M/Y Hodor

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46m Catamaran Passenger Ferry:imperial:153' Catamaran Passenger Ferry

Design Number: IC19148
Vessel Name: Nordlicht II

A 46m Passenger Ferry that solidifies Incat Crowther's position as the ideal shipbuilding partner.

27m Catamaran Wind Farm Service Vessel:imperial:89 Catamaran Wind Farm Service Vessel

Design Number: IC18192
Vessel Name: Farra Orla

The WINDFLEX-27 offers excellent speed, deadweight and seakeeping, making them capable of many roles in the Offshore Wind industry.

59m Fast Crew Supply Vessel:imperial:194' Fast Crew Supply Vessel

Design Number: IC15007
Vessel Name: Liam McCall, Liam J McCall, Libby L McCall

A fleet of 59m hard working rugged Fast Supply Vessels to operate in USA.

3 vessels in service, 1 under construction.

123m Catamaran Ro-Pax Ferry:imperial:403' Catamaran Ro-Pax Ferry

Design Number: IC17186
Vessel Name: Eleanor Roosevelt

The world’s first very large catamaran Ro-Pax ferry powered by dual-fuel reciprocating engines.

32m Catamaran Passenger Ferry:imperial:105' Catamaran Passenger Ferry

Design Number: IC17244
Vessel Name: Coolgaree Cat

A 32m passenger ferry that targets through-life value by offering a robust platform optimized for the route, yet offering the efficiency of a smaller vessel.

66m ShadowCat:imperial:220' ShadowCat

Design Number: IC16211
Vessel Name: Hodor

The first Incat Crowther 66 ShadowCat - a support vessel offering unparalleled capability.

66m ShadowCat:imperial:220' ShadowCat

Design Number: IC16211
Vessel Name: Hodor

The first Incat Crowther 66 ShadowCat - a support vessel offering unparalleled capability.

66m ShadowCat:imperial:220' ShadowCat

Design Number: IC16211
Vessel Name: Hodor

The first Incat Crowther 66 ShadowCat - a support vessel offering unparalleled capability.

How we do it

Design

Incat Crowther’s holistic approach to vessel procurement centres around an operation-specific design developed in partnership with the operator - Your Vision, Our Innovation. We perform an iterative process to communicate the project to stakeholders and allow the freedom to develop the project within set parameters. A functional design is then performed to define the vessel for certification.

Build

Incat Crowther delivers the best value shipbuilding solution using Digital Shipbuilding technology. Technical risk is minimised and comprehensive information is generated.  This allows options for manufacturing considering a prioritisation of factors.  The process includes a Quality Management System to oversee manufacturing, and beyond commissioning, a 3D digital twin for lifetime maintenance.

Consult

Throughout the life cycle of a ship, Incat Crowther offers a full range of services to ensure efficient operations and regulatory compliance.  As engineers and innovators, Incat Crowther is constantly in pursuit of developing new ideas and crossing new frontiers, without overstepping the mark to the bleeding edge.  Incat Crowther is an ideal partner for the development of inspiring new solutions for difficult missions.