This aluminium passenger vessel, measuring 23.00 m in length and 6.50 m in beam, is designed for passenger transport and built to comply with French certification standards for both maritime and inland waterways operations. Its total capacity is 196 passengers, in addition to the pilot and three crew members. Its rational and efficient deck layout allows smooth passenger circulation, with particular attention given to the arrangement and comfort of the seating.
Type of vessel- Semi‑planing monohull for passenger transport
Specifications- Builder: ODC Marine
- Naval Architect: Mer et Design
- Construction material: Marine‑grade aluminium
Approval- Passenger Vessel Compliant with French Standards
- Design drawings approved by Bureau Veritas
- Construction survey by Bureau Veritas
Main characteristics- Operational rating: 2,000 h/year
- Overall length: 23.00 m
- Hull length: 22.40 m
- Waterline length: 21.90 m
- Beam: 6.50 m
- Moulded depth: 2.25 m
- Loaded draft: 1.50 m
- Passenger capacity: 196 (4th category) / 151 (3rd category)
- Standard propulsion: 2 × 650 hp
- Fuel capacity: 2 × 2,400 L
- Fresh water: 500 L
- Black water: 2 × 150 L
Layout and comfort equipment- Acoustic and vibration reduction measures
- Aluminium honeycomb ceiling panels in wheelhouse and saloon
- Glazed wheelhouse and passenger saloon windows
- Audio system and VIP upholstered seat in saloon
- Aluminium passenger seats for exterior areas
- Comfort pilot seat and ergonomic circulation paths
- 3 toilets (one disabled‑access)
- LED lighting throughout
Surface treatment- Topsides: waterborne paint system with low environmental impact; epoxy filler finish
- Underside: anti‑fouling coating
Propulsion system- Engines: 2 × John Deere 13.5L — 650 hp
- Gearboxes: 2 × ZF 510‑1 A
- Shafts & propellers: ZF 4‑blade, class S
- Engine ventilation: injection 2 × 10,000 m³/h — extraction 2 × 4,000 m³/h
- Engine deck hatches on jacks for easy maintenance access
Steering system- LS pump and hydraulic ram
- Helm angle sensor and indicator
- Hydraulic bypass and manual emergency steering
Energy sources- 2 × Optima Engine Battery Packs 24 V, 75 Ah
- 1 × Optima Windlass Battery Pack 24 V, 75 Ah
- 1 × Service Battery Pack 24 V, 200 Ah
- 1 × Safety Battery Pack 24 V, 150 Ah
- 1 × Radio Safety Battery Pack 12 V, 110 Ah
- 2 × Battery Chargers 24 V, 30 Ah
Navigation equipment- Simrad NSS9 evo3 GPS System with GPS Antenna
- Simrad Halo 20 Radar
- 2 × RS20S Simrad VHF Radios
- 1 × GMDSS Portable VHF
- Ocean Signal SART Transponder
- Lalizas Magnetic Compass
- Ocean Signal EPIRB Tag
Anchoring system- Electric windlass — 3 kW
- Rocna high‑holding power mooring anchor
Fire‑fighting system- Marinelec Fire Detection System
- Rockwool Fire Insulation in Engine Room
- Novec Extinguishing System
- Fire-Fighting Pump Driven by One Engine + Fire Hose
- Additional Backup Diesel Pump
- MED-Approved Fire-Fighting Equipment
Bilge system- Marinelec Water Detection System
- Bilge Pump Driven by One Engine + Pipe Network
- Additional Backup Diesel Pump Connected to Pipe Network
Evacuation system- MED‑approved lifesaving equipment (Lalizas liferaft, buoys, lifejackets with lights)
- Remote liferaft release activated from wheelhouse
Navigation lights- Marinelec navigation lights monitoring system
- Regulatory navigation lights installed