Next-generation ferries

“I’m proud that Stena Line continues to shape the industry for the next generation of freight and travel customers, for whom we are determined to deliver the best possible service. The E-Flexer class vessels we now introduce enables us to do this with more efficient loading and unloading operations, increased freight capacity and the best Scandinavian quality, style and design in our facilities -in an onboard environment that is spacious and light, with amazing panoramic views”

Niclas Mårtensson, CEO

5 next-generation ferries

Stena Estrid was the first of the five new next-generation ferries that Stena Line has ordered. At the beginning of 2020, she started operating on the Irish Sea and later during the year the sister vessels Stena Edda and Stena Embla joined her. The three new vessels have been highly appreciated by our customers and have successfully served several different routes, a proof of their flexibility.

At 215 metres in length, the three new vessels on the Irish Sea provides freight capacity of 3,100 lane metres, and the space to carry additional 120 cars and 1,000 passengers and crew.

The remaining two E-Flexer vessels under construction are larger versions with a total length of 240 metres and more capacity. The destination of the as-yet-un-named ferries has not yet been revealed.

Up to 30 % more efficient

Based on over 50 years of experience in ferry operations, our new next-generation ferries are among the most advanced and energy-efficient vessels in operation. In total they are up to 30% more energy efficient than existing vessels in the fleet, thanks to optimum design of the hulls, propellers, bulbs and rudders.

All five vessels are delivered gas-ready, to allow conversion to methanol or LNG fuel.

The next-generation ferries are larger than regular RoPax vessels with more availability per sailing and offer an efficient loading and unloading with drive-through lanes in the two levels.