“It’s truly remarkable to witness seven identical ferries being constructed at the same shipyard,” says Stein Ruben Larsen, Senior Vice President of Sales at Corvus Energy. “This project is significant for Corvus Energy not only because of its scale, but also because of the outstanding collaboration we’ve had with the designer, the shipyard, and the integrator throughout the entire process.”
Supporting Scotland’s Shift to Zero-Emission Ferry Operations
The order forms part of CMAL’s ambitious plan to deliver seven new Loch-class electric ferries under its Small Vessel Replacement Program (SVRP) — an initiative aimed at reducing emissions, modernizing the fleet, and improving connectivity across Scotland’s Island communities. By joining this national effort to decarbonize transport, Corvus Energy reinforces its position as a trusted technology partner in the global transition toward zero-emission operations.
Each of the seven new car and passenger ferries will be equipped with 5.7 MWh Corvus Dolphin NxtGen Energy Storage Systems, representing a total capacity of 40 MWh. Corvus Energy will deliver the first system in 2026, followed by three in 2027 and another three in 2028.
The vessels are the result of international collaboration: naValue (Germany) provided the concept design, LMG Marin (Norway) developed the basic design, and Remontowa Marine Design & Consulting (Poland) contributed the electrical and detailed design. Integration will be carried out by ABB.
Operating along Scotland’s west coast, these ferries will provide vital transport links for local communities while achieving zero-emission operations, marking a significant step forward in sustainable maritime transport.
Trusted Partners in Zero-Emission Newbuilds
The contract builds on a long-standing collaboration between Remontowa Shipbuilding and Corvus Energy, which began in 2018. Over the years, Corvus has supplied battery systems via integrators to several of Remontowa’s newbuild projects — including both fully electric ferries and hybrid offshore vessels. Including the seven CMAL newbuilds, the total number of joint projects is close to 20, demonstrating the continuity and cooperation between the two companies in developing zero- and low-emission vessel solutions.
“Remontowa Shipbuilding is pleased to continue our cooperation with Corvus Energy on these vessels,” says Michal Jaguszewski, Commercial Director at Remontowa Shipbuilding S.A. “Our collaboration has proven reliable through multiple projects, and Corvus’ light weight ESS technology plays an important role in achieving the high environmental standards required for CMAL’s new ferries.”
PHOTO: The 7 all electric ferries, equipped with Corvus Dolphin Batteries will operate zero-emission on the Scottish west coast serving the routes: Colintraive – Rhubadoch, Sconser – Raasay, Tarbert – Portavadie, Iona – Fionnphort, Tobermory – Kilchoan, Lochaline – Fishnish and Tayinloan – Gigha. Photocredit: naValue
