THE MAIDEN VOYAGE OF THE WORLD’S SECOND LARGEST FERRY FINISHED
La Moby Shipping Company has finally introduced the world to the Moby Legacy, one of the world’s largest ferries just smaller than its record-breaking twin Moby Fantasy.
It is another giant of the sea, after the nearly twin Fantasy, in fact, at 237 meters long by 33 meters wide and 69,500 tons, she is the second largest ferry ship in the world.
Moby’s cargo capacity is also astounding: it will be able to carry 3,000 passengers. As many as 441 reserved cabins, 400 seats will also be available on board. In terms of cargo capacity, thanks to 3,800 linear meters of rolling cargo, it will be able to take as many as 1,300 cars or 300 trucks.
The Moby Legacy ferry on the Livorno – Olbia route
The maiden voyage of the Moby Legacy ferry took place on February 17 along the Livorno-Olbia route from Tuscany to Sardinia.
La Livorno – Olbia route is one of the most popular in the entire Mediterranean, and thanks to the introduction of this second giant of the sea, Moby promises great benefits for all passengers who will be able to travel on larger, more comfortable and better performing ferries.
Performance and reduction of Co2 emissions
The Legacy is capable of cruising at a cruising speed of 23.5 knots with peaks of 25 knots, thanks to its 10.8-megawatt engine power. It is equipped with state-of-the-art powertrains that promise a 40% reduction in Co2 emissions.
G.N.L. fueling. Moby Legacy will be able to be powered by Liquefied Natural Gas and is prepared to eliminate emissions in port altogether, as it can also be refueled directly from the dock.
In summary as the twin Moby Fantasy it can boast the certification EEDI Phase 3. Thanks to its hull design and highly hydrodynamic efficient thrusters, it also promises significant fuel economy. In summary, Legacy has a consumption equal to about 50 percent of a ship of the same tonnage.
- To explore this topic further also read this article on the Moby Fantasy
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