Battery-electric ferry China Zorrilla enters service between Buenos Aires and Colonia
The 130-metre battery-electric ferry China Zorrilla has entered commercial passenger service for Buquebus on the Buenos Aires-Colonia route. The vessel is described as the largest battery-electric ship to enter operation, which makes it a notable milestone for electric shipping.
Incat Tasmania’s 130-metre battery-electric ferry China Zorrilla has entered commercial passenger service between Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Colonia, Uruguay. The vessel was built for Uruguayan ferry operator Buquebus.
The ship was known as Hull 096 during construction. According to the source, it is the world’s largest battery-electric ship to enter operation.
The vessel completed its maiden commercial voyage across the route after entering service.
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