MIDSHIP - High Speed Passenger Ferry - For Sale

Represented by Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales, the High Speed Passenger FerryfromMIDSHIPis a purpose-built high-speed platform for efficient passenger transport. Classified as amotor yachtwith a ruggedaluminum hull, it combines swift performance with practical capacities for dependable operations.

Selecting a High Speed Passenger Ferry

Choosing the High Speed Passenger Ferrycenters on operational speed, footprint, and service practicality. With a 31-knot cruise and 35-knot top end, triple MTU inboard diesels, and substantial fuel and water reserves, it suits operators prioritizing rapid turnarounds. Its 98 ft LOA and 23 ft beam provide a confident platform, while the aluminum construction helps balance durability with weight efficiency. Work with Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team to align these core attributes with your route demands and port constraints.

Features of the Model

• High-performance propulsion: three MTU inboard diesel engines for reliable, repeatable speed profiles.
• Optimized cruise of 31 knots and up to 35 knots maximum for time-critical routes.
• Robust aluminum hulland aluminum deck for commercial durability and lifecycle value.
• Practical layout support with 2 heads for passenger-facing operations.
• Large onboard reserves: 2,000 gallons of fuel and 600 gallons of fresh water.
• Listed as a motor yachtfor classification within our brokerage system.

Technical Specifications

• Length Overall (LOA): 98 ft (29.87 m)
• Beam: 23 ft (7.11 m)
• Draft (min/max): 20.505 ft (6.25 m)
• Cruise Speed: 31 kn (35.67 mph)
• Maximum Speed: 35 kn (40.28 mph)
• Engines: 3 x MTU, Inboard, Diesel
• Hull: aluminum hull
• Deck: Aluminum
• Heads: 2
• Fuel Capacity: 2,000 gal
• Fresh Water Capacity: 600 gal

Pricing and Ordering

Pricing and availability are provided on request. Coordinate directly with Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales to discuss current market opportunities for the High Speed Passenger FerrybyMIDSHIP, arrange inspections, and manage surveys and logistics.

Questions and Answers

Q: What are the key performance figures of the High Speed Passenger Ferry? A: It delivers acruise speedof 31 kn (35.67 mph) and amaximum speedof 35 kn (40.28 mph) from triple MTUinboard dieselpower.

Q: How is the vessel constructed? A: The ferry features an aluminum hullwith analuminum deck, and it is listed under themotor yachtclassification within our system.

Q: What are the principal dimensions and draft? A: LOAis 98 ft (29.87 m),beamis 23 ft (7.11 m), anddraft (min/max)is 20.505 ft (6.25 m).

Q: What onboard capacities support operations? A: It carries 2,000 gal of fueland600 gal of fresh water, and provides2 headsfor onboard service needs.

Q: How can I proceed with purchase or inspection? A: Contact Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesto review pricing, availability, and to arrange inspections for theHigh Speed Passenger FerrybyMIDSHIP.

Owner Experience Review

Operators use the High Speed Passenger FerryfromMIDSHIPfor demanding commuter runs and day‑trip routes, including Seastreak services between New Jersey and New York City. The platform supports 600‑passenger Subchapter K operations and has also been placed into private passenger transport and charter, with brokerage records showing BVI‑registered commercial units offered turnkey.

On-water behavior reflects its high‑speed catamaran DNA. Incat Crowther–designed sister vessels built at MIDSHIPhave recorded in excess of 38 knots fully loaded on sea trials, while a brokered 1981/updated unit (Dream Star) lists an approximate 31‑knot cruise and about 35‑knot maximum, underscoring how age, refits, and engine packages shape outcomes. Owners generally report a stable, softer ride and efficient high‑speed running typical of power cats, with the standard caveat from published notes about potential tunnel‑slap and bow‑sneeze in certain sea states and RPM bands.

Cabin experience has been a clear focus: operators cite added engine/jet‑room insulation and insulated glazing to cut NVH and reduce fogging, and an operator/press quote described “the highest level of interior finish of any high‑speed ferry ever built.” Refit documentation shows comprehensive modernization—new seating, electronics, and running gear in 2017–2018 on an older boat—while maintenance patterns center on engine work and repowers. MIDSHIPhas handled repowers and service for Seastreak since roughly 2011, with operators praising project delivery, and there is no single, fleet‑wide design failure consistently reported; issues tend to be vessel‑specific.

Pros and Cons

• Demonstrated high-speed capability, with sister vessels built at MIDSHIPexceeding 38 knots fully loaded.
• Passenger spaces benefit from added noise insulation and insulated glazing, with top-tier interior finish cited by operators.
• Versatile across commuter, 600-passenger tourist service, and private charter applications.
• Catamaran hulls can experience tunnel-slap or bow-sneeze in certain sea and RPM combinations.
• Older examples often undergo major engine work or full repowers prior to resale.
• Performance varies by design, engine package, and vessel history (e.g., ~31–35 kn on an updated 1981 unit versus >38 kn on sister ships).

Comparison with Other Models