Brunvoll has announced a partnership with Torghatten Nord in the construction of a new hybrid ferry, set to operate between Svolvær and Skutvik in Lofoten, Norway.
Scheduled for delivery in 2026, the ferry is intended to improve both capacity and sustainability on this key route.
Eirik Olsen, Operational Director Torghatten Nord said: “Our goal is to build a hybrid vessel that operates electrically over shorter distances and in hybrid mode over longer routes, contributing to lower emissions across our operations.”
The 73.3m vessel, with a breadth of 14.3m, will accommodate 50 cars and 199 passengers. Equipped with a 3,600kWh battery capacity, the ferry will operate on electric power between Svolvær and Skrova, and in hybrid mode during the summer to Skutvik, significantly reducing NOx and CO2 emissions.
Brunvoll will supply essential systems for the ferry, including two pulling azimuth thrusters, an auto-crossing system, a remote condition monitoring system, and a bridge-to-blade control system (BruCon PTC).
The ferry will be constructed by Western Baltija Shipbuilding, in Lithuania, and is designed by the Norwegian Ship Design Company. The vessel is scheduled for delivery in 2026.
Nils Arne Øksenvåg, Sales Manager Brunvoll said: “We are proud to support this project with our advanced propulsion and autonomy solutions.”
Brunvoll’s BruCon Auto-Crossing system will be installed, to keep the route and speed, steady and efficiently, with smooth acceleration.
Image: Torghatten Nord’s hybrid ferry will be equipped with Brunvoll products (credit: Norwegian Ship Design Company)
