Estonian State Fleet has signed a contract with CRIST S.A. for the construction of Estonia’s first fully electric passenger ferry. The vessel is scheduled to enter service at the end of 2028 and will operate mainly on shore-charged green electricity.

The ferry will be deployed on the Virtsu–Kuivastu route and is designed for year-round Baltic operations, including winter ice conditions. Built to Ice Class 1B, the vessel will be capable of operating in ice up to 60 cm thick.

Designed by LMG Marin and built by CRIST S.A., the ferry will feature a 3 MWh battery system for fully electric daily operations, supported by biodiesel generators for extended range and emergency use. The vessel is expected to be up to 64% more energy-efficient than Estonia’s existing ferry REGULA.

The approximately 100-metre-long ferry will accommodate up to 110 passenger vehicles or eight freight trucks, with capacity for 380 passengers. Delivery is planned within 30 months of contract signing. The total contract value amounts to EUR 49.93 million.