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Strategic Marine lays keel of pair of 40M 500 passenger fast ferry for Bermuda government

Apr 26, 2024
Director Rudolph Cann of Bermuda's Department of Marine and Ports Services and Strategic Marine CEO Chan Eng Yew exchanging tokens of partnership and collaboration.

Strategic Marine proudly hosted the keel laying ceremony for 2 x 40m 550 Passenger Fast Ferry for Government of Bermuda, with the Director of the Department of Marine and Ports Services for the Government of Bermuda and various supply partners participating in the project. The event, held on 16th April 2024 in Singapore, showcases the collaborative efforts between all parties and marks the significant beginnings of the vessel’s life.

The keel laying ceremony, a time-honored maritime tradition, symbolizing the commencement of the vessel’s construction and represents a crucial step forward in the “Bermuda Ferries” project. It underscores Strategic Marine’s commitment to delivering top-quality maritime solutions that enhance marine connectivity and accessibility for communities.

“We are honored and thankful for the opportunity to host The Government of Bermuda at this event and look forward to the next milestone of this project for us,” said Mr Chan Eng Yew, Chief Executive Officer at Strategic Marine.

This project is a testament to Strategic Marine’s expertise in designing and building vessels that meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability. These ferries will play a vital role in improving transportation services for residents and visitors, contributing positively to the local maritime industry in the Bermudian waters.

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