World's largest battery-electric ship arrives in new home
The arrival of Hull 096 in Uruguay marks the end of a years-long journey to build and deliver the world’s largest battery-electric vehicle.
The world's largest battery-electric ship, Hull 096, has arrived in South America after an extensive journey from Hobart, Australia. The ship, constructed by Incat, departed from Tasmania in early August following a complex marine operation at the River Derwent. Hull 096 was transported to South America aboard the heavy-lift transporter MV Black Marlin and was offloaded into South American waters for the first time over the weekend.
The vessel is now being towed by tugboats to Colonia, Uruguay, where its owner, Buquebus, will initiate the commissioning phase. Buquebus plans to test the ship's systems before it enters service. The 130-meter-long ship, powered by over 5,000 battery modules, can carry up to 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles on a 30-nautical mile route between Colonia del Sacramento and Buenos Aires.
Hull 096's high-speed, low-emission design has drawn interest from other international transport companies, leading to orders for three similar vessels by Danish company Molslinjen.
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