Guangzhou Shipyard International to win lifeline ropax newbuild contract
- China’s Guangzhou Shipyard International chosen as lead bidder to build two new ropax ferries operating from Scottish mainland to Orkney and Shetland Islands
- Vessels will have 1,300 lane metres of cargo space and capacity for 200 passengers, with the first delivery scheduled for 2029
The yard has significant experience in building ropax ships for leading European operators and won orders last year for New Zealand and MSC subsidiary GNV
