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"An official keel laying ceremony on Wednesday marked an important milestone
for the Western Australian government’s plans to electrify its Swan River ferry
services.
The Metronet on Swan Ferry Service Expansion project is a $107 million effort
to expand public transport options along Perth’s famous Swan River.
In addition to expanding services, including the addition of a new ferry route
to connect the existing Elizabeth Quay terminal with two new terminals at
Matilda Bay and Applecross, five new electric ferries are being designed and
built by Henderson-based shipbuilder Echo Marine Group.
Each of the battery electric ferries will be able to carry 100 passengers and
will boast a maximum operating speed of 25 knots.
The new ferry services are expected to be operational starting from late 2027."
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