Fjord1 has announced that it has taken delivery of the first of four ferries built at Tersan Shipyard.

The vessel, named SKAGASTØL, was reported to mark an important milestone in the development of Fjord1’s ferry services connecting Lavik and Oppedal in Western Norway.

It was stated that construction of the remaining three vessels is ongoing, with deliveries scheduled for the winter and spring months.

Commenting on the delivery, Fjord1 CEO Geir Bruvik Mjelde stated:

“Today is an important day both for the project and for everyone who worked to complete the first ferry. This delivery is the result of extensive collaboration between the shipyard, suppliers, classification societies, official authorities, and our own project team. Many people put in great effort to bring us to this point.”

Gradual transition to autonomous operation

The new battery-powered ferries are equipped with technologies that enable the gradual integration of autonomous functions. Under a development contract signed with the Norwegian Public Roads Administration, new solutions will be developed, tested, and implemented step by step.

The process aims to gain practical experience and learn how autonomous functions can contribute to safe and efficient ferry operations. Crew members will remain on board the vessels, and safety will guide the entire development process.

Once the ferry arrives in Norway, the project will move to its next phase, covering preparations, testing, training, and the vessel’s entry into service on the route.

Fjord1 Project Manager Odd-Bjarte Johnsen described the process as follows:

“Most of the work is now shifting from the construction phase to operational preparations. We will test the systems, gain practical experience, and ensure that the vessel, the technology, and our organization are ready for service. Making safety our top priority, we will proceed carefully and step by step.”

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