Incat
Incat, short for International Catamaran, is an Australian company that specializes in the design and construction of high-speed craft, including catamarans and wave-piercing vessels. The company is perhaps best known for its aluminum-built high-speed ferries and military vessels. Incat was founded in 1977 by Robert Clifford, and it is headquartered in Hobart, Tasmania.
Key Features and Achievements:
Innovative Designs: Incat has pioneered in the development of lightweight and fuel-efficient vessels. Their catamarans are known for their wave-piercing hull designs, which enhance speed and stability.
High-Speed Ferries: The company manufactures some of the world's fastest and most efficient high-speed ferries. These ferries are used globally for passenger and vehicle transport.
Military Contracts: Incat has built vessels for military applications, including high-speed troop and supply transport. These vessels are valued for their speed, versatility, and capability to operate in shallow waters.
Environmental Considerations: The company emphasizes the environmental benefits of its vessels, including reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions compared to traditional ships.
Export: Incat's vessels are used all over the world, with significant exports to North America, Europe, and Asia.
Customization: Incat often works closely with clients to customize designs to meet specific needs, whether they be for commercial ferry services, military operations, or other applications.
Recognition: The company has received multiple awards for its contributions to maritime design and technology.
Incat continues to innovate and expand its range of high-speed vessels, meeting the evolving demands of commercial and military maritime industries.
Lightweight hish speed ships for commercial and defense markets
- Phone: +61 3 62730677
- Web: www.incat.com.au
- Fax: +61 3 62730932
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Incat Crowther News
Incat Crowther Designed Ferry for Seychelles
Incat Crowther has designed a new catamaran ferry for Cat Cocos of the Seychelles. To be built by Richardson Devine Marine, the 292-passenger, 30m vessel will capitalize…
Incat Crowther Designs another Ferry for Seastreak
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In response to significant growth in passenger volume, New York ferry operator Seastreak has contracted Incat Crowther to design a 45-meter catamaran passenger vessel for its fleet, thus increasing its number of Incat Crowther designed vessels to eight. Incat Crowther has worked with Seastreak to provide an operational advantage in a competitive market. The new vessel will continue this approach and be based on the fleet’s largest ferries…
Incat Crowther Designs NYC's New Ferries
Incat Crowther has designed a new fleet of vessels for Hornblower, the selected operator of New York City’s new Citywide Ferry Service. The undertaking announced…
Incat Crowther Designs Fast Crewboat for CMS
Construction is underway for the second 70m Catamaran crew boat sister ship to the Muslim Magomayev, designed by Incat Crowther. Muslim Magomayev is a first-of-type…
Incat Crowther Supplies Crewboat Design, Build Kits
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Incat Crowther has been awarded a contract with shipbuilder Astinave EP of Guayaquil, Ecuador for the supply of vessel design services and aluminum component kits for a pair of 22.5m monohull crewboats currently under construction for an undisclosed client. The vessels will operate in support of Ecaudor’s state-owned oil and gas company, Flota Petrolera Ecuatoriana (Flopec). Incat Crowther said the 20-knot crewboats feature modern styling combined with a robust and simple-to-build structure.
Incat Crowther Delivers SEACOR Marine’s 2nd FSV
Incat Crowther announced the delivery of Najla McCall, the second vessel in SEACOR Marine’s Express Plus class of Fast Support Vessels (FSV). Sistership to the Alya…
Incat Crowther Delivers Nordic Maritime's Workboat
Incat Crowther informed that the 30m Catamaran Workboat Nordic Barakuda built at Marine Diesel Services was successfully delivered. The Nordic Barakuda has been…
Incat Crowther Launches Harbor Master
Incat Crowther launched the Harbor Master, a new generation of tour vessel to operate on Tasmania’s picturesque Macquarie Harbor. Developed in collaboration with World Heritage Cruises…
Incat Crowther Cruise Vessel for WHC
Incat Crowther is pleased to announce a collaboration with World Heritage Cruises in the development of a tour vessel to operate out of Strahan, on Tasmania’s picturesque Macquarie Harbour.
Loch Ness Monster: Incat Crowther Joins the Search
Incat Crowther has entered into a contract to design a 20m catamaran passenger ferry to ply the waters of Loch Ness in Scotland, taking tourists in search of Nessie, the lake’s the famous monster.
Incat Crowther Delivers Dive Cruise Vessel
Incat Crowther informed about the delivery of the 33m Catamaran Dive Cruise Vessel, Evolution. Built by Marine Engineering Consultants on Queensland’s Gold Coast…
Incat Crowther Delivers Passenger Ferry to Honduras
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Incat Crowther has announced the delivery of Utila Dream, a 244-passenger 30m Catamaran Passenger Ferry, built by Midship Marine in Louisiana. Utila Dream was recently delivered on its own bottom to Honduras where she has commenced operation between the island of Utila and the mainland city of La Ceiba, a journey of approximately 21 miles. Designed specifically for rough water operation, Utila Dream heralds a new era of ferry service for the island…
Two Incat Crowther Catamaran Ferries for Auckland
Incat Crowther reports that construction has commenced at Q-West in Wanganui, New Zealand, on a pair of additional 34m catamaran passenger ferries for Fullers Group Ltd.
Incat Crowther Designs Ferry for Malaysia
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Incat Crowther has been commissioned to design a passenger transport ferry to be operated by Cataferry Sdn Bhd, in Malaysia. The main deck features a full width cabin accommodating 151 passengers. This area includes interior seating, a cargo luggage area, locker rooms for switch boards and an entertainment bar. Aft of the cabin features three restrooms and a luggage room to hold cargo. A swim deck is featured below, on the aft portion of the main deck.
Incat Crowther Designs 63m Ferry for Central America
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Incat Crowther announced it has been commissioned to design a 63-meter monohull passenger ferry vessel for an undisclosed operator in Central American. The main deck features a cabin hosting 286 first-class seats, 20 lounge seats, four handicap accommodation seating areas, and a children’s play area with surrounding seating. The aft deck features a cargo room with cargo loading gates, able to fit a portable conveyor belt for loading and unloading.
Incat Crowther Designs New Ferries for Singapore
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A new class of 33-meter catamaran passenger ferries has been designed by Incat Crowther for Majestic Ferries in Singapore, to operate between Singapore and Batam. With four of the vessels already under construction at PT Cahaya Samudra Shipyard in Indonesia, the design targets increased speed, capacity and fuel savings in return on the operator’s investment in the new fleet, the designer noted. Powering each vessel will be a pair of MAN D2862 LE463 main engines driving fixed pitch propellers.
8th Incat Crowther Vessel Delivered to Tanzania
Incat Crowther delivered Kilimanjaro V, the eighth Incat Crowther designed vessel for the Tanzania-based operator Azam Marine. Built by Richardson Devine Marine of Tasmania…
Incat Crowther Designing San Francisco Ferries
Incat Crowther is designing a pair of 41m catamaran passenger ferries for WETA of San Francisco. The design of the vessels, which will be built by Kvichak Marine Industries…
Incat Crowther Designs Commercial Security Vessel
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Incat Crowther has received a contract to design an offshore commercial oilfield security vessel for Veecraft Marine and its client, UTM Dredging Ltd, the designer announced today. Continuing its relationship with Veecraft Marine, a South African shipyard specializing in aluminum vessels, Incat Crowther said it has developed a high endurance, efficient, yet robust design. Two vessels of this design are under construction with future orders pending.
Incat Crowther Opens Europe Office
Incat Crowther reported it has opened an office in Europe. Located in Southampton, United Kingdom, the office has been created to support a growing European client…