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Norwegian double-ended ferry Julsund |
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American double-ended ferry Pocahontas |
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The ideal combination: ferries with Voith Schneider Propellers
The quickest and safest ferry route is always the shortest. Increasing safety, economy, profitability and environmental compatibility demands call for vessels designed specifically for ferry traffic. Ferries acting as "floating bridges" in an integrated transport system are an economical, forward-looking solution.
The reliability of a bridge is determined by its pillars. The "pillars" of a ferry are the Voith Schneider Propellers: a combined propulsion and steering system. They satisfy the economy, reliability and safety requirements of a modern ferry in an optimum manner.
The Voith Schneider Propeller
- permits optimum manoeuvring, even in narrow harbour areas with currents and side winds. Very short docking, mooring and cast-off times consume only a minimum amount of energy.
- maintains maximum standards of safety for the passengers, the cargo, the ship and the environment.
- is an environmentally friendly design with very low exhaust and noise emissions.
- ensures that the ferry stays operational. Schedules are complied with and laid-up days in port are reduced to a minimum.
- minimises maintenance expenditure thanks to its simple, sturdy construction.
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