Damen Shipyards Group announced the completion of sea trials for the latest Island Class ferry for BC Ferries. The seventh Island Class vessel in a series of ten undertook trials during weeks
Damen Shipyards Group announced the completion of sea trials for the latest Island Class ferry for BC Ferries. The seventh Island Class vessel in a series of ten undertook trials during weeks 49 and 50 last year in the Black Sea.
Damen is currently constructing four Island Class vessels for the Canadian ferry operator. Upon delivery, the vessels will fulfil an important function, connecting coastal communities along the British Columbian coast, a role that is thoroughly aligned with Damen’s values, says Project Manager Richard Tijpens. “We are a family company, with deeply held family values. Ferries play a crucial role in enabling family life. They provide transportation for people to get to work and school, and to enjoy their free time together – as well as bringing them home at the end of the day.
“On a personal level, due to the time difference between the Netherlands and BC, I am often having meetings with the client in the late afternoons when my family are home. As such, they have become very familiar with this project, and with BC Ferries. In fact, my wife, Marjolein, even served as Lady Sponsor for the launch of Island 8.”
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