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Scandlines ferry hybrid conversion
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The Scandlines ferry M/F Schleswig-Holstein is scheduled for undergoing a major conversion to a plugin-hybrid plug-in-hybrid vessel. The project, expected to cost over 200 million DKK, involves Following its final passenger trips in August 2026, the ship traveling from Rødby has been sent to a shipyard in Klaipeda, Klaipėda, Lithuania, for upgrades that an extensive modernization program valued at approximately 25 million to 30 million euros. The technical upgrades, supported by funding from the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport, involve installing larger battery capacities and modern charging systems. These improvements will allow it the vessel to utilize draw the majority of its energy from shore-based electricity while in port. In addition to the propulsion upgrades, Beyond propulsion, the vessel’s restaurant passenger areas on decks 5 and toilet facilities 6 will undergo renovation. a complete redesign. This includes removing partitions, relocating staircases, and creating new dining, café, and shopping zones. The renovation also features an outdoor area with a playground and digital ordering systems to optimize passenger flow during the 45-minute crossing. The M/F Schleswig-Holstein is expected to return to the Rødby-Puttgarden route in late 2026, with 2026. During its time in the remaining Scandlines fleet servicing shipyard, the route during will continue to be serviced by the shipyard period. remaining ferries in the Scandlines fleet.
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- 2026-08-24 23:42 UTC Scandlines ferry hybrid conversion
- 2026-08-22 07:14 UTC Scandlines ferry hybrid conversion
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