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New & Notable Gladding-Hearn to Deliver Largest Incat Fast Ferry by Chris Palermo, managing editor, MarineNews Gladding-Hearn Shipbuilding, The Duclos Corporation, has begun con- struction of a new all-aluminum catamaran, which will join three other high-speed ferries built by the shipyard for Boston-based Boston Harbor Cruises. Measuing 142.6 ft. (43.4 m). on the deck, 39 ft. (11.8 m) abeam and carrying 500 passengers, the new vessel will be the largest Incat-designed fast ferry in the coun- try, said shipyard officials. Delivery is scheduled for next June. Designed for commuter service, whale watching and passenger coastal excursions by Australia- based Incat Designs, the ferry's styl- ish lines resemble a modern megay- acht. The architectural style was deliberate, says Peter Duclos, who heads the shipyard's business devel- opment. "The owner plans to charter the boat for coastal cruises, and there- fore, wanted an especially distinctive design, which also optimizes the use of functional space" he says. The vessel's forward windows, for example, are vertical to allow for more interior space than sloped for- ward windows generally found on most fast ferries today. The open stairway to the upper deck — the centerpiece of the main cabin — offers passengers a greater sense of openness. Each cabin also includes three heads, lounge area, a cocktail and food-service bar, and uphol- stered seating and tables, which can be rearranged for private parties. Powered by four Caterpillar 3512B diesel engines, each delivering 1,950 hp and driven by Kamewa A56 waterjets through ZF BW 465D gearboxes, the vessel is expected to reach a top speed of 37 knots when fully loaded. It is equipped with a Maritime Dynamics active motion- control system. Bow section of a new all-aluminum catama- ran under construction at Gladding Hearn Shipbuilding. The 142.6-ft. (43.4 m) vessel will be the largest Incat-designed fast ferry in the country. Seahorse Diving, Inc. Worldwide Commercial Diving Services Underwater Ship Repair Specialists Services: *Underwater Video Surveys for Damage or Class Drydock Extension* *Expert Underwater Welding and Burning* Cofferdam Crack Repair* *Welding Fabrication*ABS Approved Thickness Gauging Reports* *Propeller Polishing* Hull Cleaning* Sea-suction Maintenance* *Two Man Dry Submarine Services To 350Feet Depth* *Approved By Six Classification Societies* *Twenty Years Experience* Response South Florida, USA Location- Worldwide Range TEL: (954) 584-9660/ FAX: (954)321-8960 E-Mail: seahorse@netrunner.net www.seahorsediving.com P.O. Box #1, Dania, FL. USA 33004 r CRANKSHAFT GRINDING While Installed in Engine • CRANKPIN AND MAIN JOURNAL REFURBISHING While crankshaft is in engine • ALL TYPES OF ON-BOARD MACHINING Cylinder boring, engine top decks, horizontal joints, couplings, journals • LINE BORING OF MAIN BEARING POCKETS Laser and Optical Alignment • METALSTITCH® Repair of cracked or broken cast iron engine blocks IN-PLACE MACHINING COMPANY USA: International: FAX: 800-833-3575 414-562-2000 414-265-1000 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE...day or night, 365 days a year email: help@inplace.com Website: www.inplace.com February, 2000 Circle 329 on Reader Service Card Circle 306 on Reader Service Card
