JR Kyushu Jet Ferry welcomes Austal 83-metre trimaran to fleet

Photo: Austal

Japanese operator JR Kyushu Jet Ferry has taken delivery of a new high-speed trimaran vessel from Austal Australia.

The 83-metre Queen Beetle will operate between Fukuoka and the South Korean city of Busan, transporting up to 502 passengers at a cruising speed of 37 knots.

Onboard amenities include lounges, bars, a kiosk, a retail shop, and a children’s play area.


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