A new fast catamaran ferry was recently handed over to Smith's Ferry Services based in the US Virgin Islands.
I Legend will transport 149 passengers at speeds of up to 28 knots along the busy tourism route between Charlotte Amalie in the US Virgin Islands and Road Town in the British Virgin Islands.
The vessel's main deck is capable of transporting 118 passengers in air-conditioned comfort and boasts a large service kiosk, two toilets, and luggage space. The ferry has also been designed to be handicap accessible and has two spaces for people with wheelchairs on its main deck.
The vessel's upper deck features outdoor seating for 40 passengers as well as protected storage boxes for luggage. The wheelhouse provides the captain with an excellent line of sight, ensuring safe operations under a range of sea conditions.
The vessel is powered by two MAN 2862 LE454 EPA diesel engines each rated 588 kW in a continuous duty application, allowing for dependable speed performance, reduced maintenance intervals, and increased time between overhauls.
I Legend has been built to comply with both the US Coast Guard's Subchapter T requirements and the Small Commercial Vessel (SCV) Code, allowing it to operate in Caribbean waters.