Austal's VOLTA Auto Express - Electric powered vehicle-passenger ferries

Introducing the Austal VOLTA Auto Express range of fast ferries power ed by an all-electric powerplant.

Drawing upon the detailed research and development that created the VOLTA Passenger Express ferry solutions… and going beyond the installation of an electric powerplant… Austal has optimised our proven vehicle passenger ferry designs for both weight and efficiency, to achieve the ideal solution for operators on the pathway to net zero emissions.

Powerful new battery technologies continue to emerge that compliment Austal’s lightweight and efficient hull forms; allowing all-electric powerplants to be fitted that deliver fast-ferry performance and capability.

With carrying capacity to suit your requirements, confidently transport multiple decks of large commercial vehicles, trucks and cars, at speed on electric power.

Customised passenger spaces provide room for up to 1,000* passengers - who will not only enjoy the space and comfort but appreciate the environmental value of electric power.

Crew can constantly monitor and control the electrical powerplant using Austal’s renowned MARINELINK suite of products; ensuring your operations run smoothly, efficiently, and economically.

Drawing upon over 30 years’ experience in fast ferry design and construction, Austal can customise an all-electric, VOLTA solution with flexibility in layouts for large vehicle-passenger ferries, in catamaran or trimaran hulls, up to 130 metres.

But having a fully customised, electric-powered fast ferry is only half of the solution.

Austal offers a complete turn-key solution to help operators navigate any regulatory environment and develop cost effective shore-based infrastructure that re-charges your ferries quickly, minimising turnaround times and seamlessly integrating to your existing schedules.

Partnering with the worlds’ leading electric charging infrastructure and storage providers, Austal can project manage bespoke installations to suit your new ferries and port infrastructure.

Working together with local electricity generators, distributors and providers, governments and other key stakeholders, Austal ensures your operations are powered to perform and deliver from day one.

The very latest in battery charging technology offers a much faster vessel charging time, that can be completed while unloading and loading operations take place - with no disruption to passenger or vehicle flows.

Start your journey to net zero emissions with Austal’s VOLTA Auto Express range of all-electric fast ferries. Ready to join your fleet, NOW.

Contact your Austal sales representative at [email protected] or visit volta.austal.com for more information.