Efficient crossings. Ready for automated fjord crossings.
Designed for demanding, high-frequency fjord crossings, with zero-emission energy systems and automated operational solutions tailored to tender requirements. Integrated equipment, systems and workspaces make efficient use of available space and berth turnaround time.
HAV Double-Ended Ferry Series
Designed for: · Zero-emission battery operations · Automated docking & sailing · Rapid charging interfaces · High-frequency car & passenger transport · Life-extension & battery retrofits
Automated & autonomous operations
Reduce operational risk, energy consumption, and crew workload through automated sailing, docking, and charging phases.
Proven autonomy-ready architecture
Building on experience from the Lavik–Oppedal ferry connection, featuring 23 automated functions, including automated sailing, docking and charging connections.
Autonomous.
By Design.
Autonomous.
By Design.
More value from integrated energy & charging
Minimise grid peak loads and shore infrastructure investments with an optimised battery and charging interface.
Optimised for the operating profile
Hull, propulsion, and power systems are optimised for exact crossing schedules, berth turnaround times, and shore charging windows.
Efficient.
By Design.
Efficient.
By Design.
Turnaround speed & flow efficiency
Maximise vessel availability and schedule reliability through rapid loading, unloading, and immediate return sailing without turning.
Operation-driven deck & hull layout
Vehicle deck layout, passenger access, and dual-ended propulsion arrangements are integrated to streamline vehicle flow and reduce turnaround time.
Flow.
By Design.
Flow.
By Design.
Investment focused on operational value
Match vessel capabilities directly to public tender specifications (long term contracts) without unnecessary capital expenditure.
Capacity matched to the mission
Vessel dimensions, battery capacity, and passenger/car capacities (30–120 PBE) are matched to actual route demands, balancing CAPEX and OPEX.
Right-sized.
By Design.
Right-sized.
By Design.
Talk to an Expert
Stig Magne Espeseth
SVP Design
+47 908 63 067
stig.espeseth@havdesign.no
Configuration / flexibility
Prepared for the next mission:
We work with operators and public authorities to understand the tender case and identify which future capabilities are worth preparing for. Space, weight margins, and system interfaces can be included from the start, enabling later battery upgrades while keeping the initial investment focused.
Energy & propulsion
Propulsion and energy systems are configured for the route profile. Battery-electric main propulsion is standard, with provisions for larger battery installations, shore pantograph/plug interfaces, and future fuel or hybrid backup upgrades.
Configured for your operation:
Vehicle deck arrangements (30–120 PBE), passenger lounges, crew facilities, and manoeuverability systems can be tailored to local fjord conditions, weather exposure, and specific tender contract requirements.
Relevante «PROJECTS»; Customer Cases og / eller «References» kommer
Lavik–Oppedal (E39 fergesamband med 23 automatiserte funksjoner)
- Fjord1 og Norled batterielektriske bilferger og autonomikonsepter
Relevante «INSIGHTS»; Customer Cases, Press Releases og / eller Industry Insights:
Performance
in practice.
HAV Design project reaches key milestone
Last week marked an important milestone for FMV63, a new 5,000 m3 live fish carrier currently under construction for North Salmon Service.
Today's decisions matter more than ever.
The maritime industry is becoming more complex than ever. Alternative fuels, digitalisation, changing regulations and new operating models have made every design decision more important than ever. At HAV Design, we combine maritime engineering, operational insight and advanced technology to help customers reduce uncertainty and optimise lifetime performance.
Performance.
By Design.
By Design.
Optimising lifetime performance.