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
Thailand Hi-Speed Ferry by Incat Crowther Launched
Incat Crowther announce the launch of 'Maehaad', a 453 passenger 32m Catamaran Ferry constructed by Dolphin Chumphon Marine in Thailand for operators Lomprayah. Maehaad is the sixth vessel designed by Incat Crowther for Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, and follows on from the 29m catamaran ferries Thongslah and Koh Prab. The success of these two vessels has led to a growth in the Lomprayah's operation.
Incat Crowther Contracted to Design Aukland NZ Ferry
Incat Crowther is to design a 34m catamaran passenger ferry for Fullers Group Ltd, the operator of the Auckland ferry network, and it is now being constructed by New Zealand builder Q-West. The vessel is the result of a thorough review of the network requirements, in which Incat Crowther worked closely with Fullers to design a vessel that is optimized to the network requirements and existing infrastructure and offers operational flexibility.
Pristine NZ Lake Awaits Incat Crowther Designed Ferry
Incat Crowther designed 'Spirit of Queenstown' a 26 m catamaran ferry built by Aluminium Marine in Queensland for Southern Discoveries of New Zealand’s South Island is currently being delivered for service on Queenstown’s Lake Wakatipu. Incat Crowther was awarded the design contract on the basis of its ability to work within the tight parameters of the New Zealand government environmental regulations…
Incat Crowther Designs Dive Support Vessel Trio
Incat Crowther has been contracted to design a trio of 42.5m Monohull Dive Support Vessels. The design is an innovative new concept borne of the latest ideas from designer, builder and operator. The design has been developed from stem to stern to be a dedicated DP-2 capable Dive Support Vessel, featuring fully integrated ROV launch and recovery, dive compressors and decompression chamber. The vessels…
Incat Crowther to Design New Generation Rocket
Incat Crowther has worked closely with Sealink to develop a vessel that offers exceptional value to the operator with tangible measures taken to reduce both capital investment and running costs. In addition to low fuel usage, machinery selection and systems design has focused on reducing ongoing maintenance costs. The vessel will feature a main passenger cabin with seats for 116 passengers. A further 31 seats are located on the aft deck.
Incat Crowther Design NZ Lake Ferry
Australia's Aluminium Marine is building an Incat Crowther designed environmentally responsible passenger catamaran. The 26m long vessel has been commissioned by Southern Discoveries of New Zealand’s South Island to operate out of Queenstown, transferring passengers to isolated destinations on Lake Wakatipu. It will be constructed with a removable wheelhouse, allowing it to be carried overland by truck to the lake.
Yankee Fleet Receives Incat Crowther Ferry
'Yankee Freedom III', a 34m Catamaran Ferry, was developed in partnership with Yankee Fleet and Gladding Hearn Shipbuilding. The new vessel, designed to provide exceptional passenger comfort and minimal environmental impact on the local environment, will take over the company’s daily run from Key West to Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson, previously serviced by the Incat Crowther designed Yankee Freedom II.
Incat Crowther Announces Newbuild Contract
Incat Crowther has announced a contract to design a pair of 25m Catamaran passenger ferries to operate in St Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. Under construction at Midship Marine in Louisiana…
Incat Crowther to Design Multi-purpose Dive Support Vessel
Incat Crowther contracted to design a 56m Catamaran Dive Support Vessel (DSV) for Bhagwan Marine, for operation by dive specialists Neptune Marine Services. The vessel has been designed from the keel up to perform six key roles; Dive Support, Geophysical Survey, Geotechnical Survey, Cargo Transport, Hyperbaric Rescue and Safety Standby. With such a varied array of operational roles, unique solutions were required not only in the allocation of spaces…
Incat Crowther to Design 'Super Dream' Catamaran
Incat Crowther contracted to design a 32m catamaran ferry for Ishigaki Dream Tours. Super Dream will be built by Richardson Devine Marine and will be the second Incat Crowther/RDM vessel for the operator, after 2008’s Premium Dream. Super Dream will be powered by a pair of Caterpillar C32 ACERT main engines, which will drive a pair of NICO island-mounted gearboxes. Propulsion will be by 5-bladed fixed-pitch propellers.
Incat Crowther Wins Design Contract for 25m WFSV
Incat Crowther has been awarded a contract to design a 25m Catamaran Wind Farm Service Vessel. Construction of the vessel has commenced at MMS Ship Repair in Hull, in the UK. Designed to meet an industry demand for increased cargo capacity and flexibility, the vessel will feature a large forward cargo deck that caters for a single 20-foot container, or a pair of 10 foot containers. 20 foot containers can be mounted longitudinally or transversely…
Incat Crowther Contracted to Design WFSV
The 25m catamaran Wind Farm Service Vessel (WFSV) will feature a large forward cargo deck that caters for a single 20-foot container, or a pair of 10 foot containers. 20 foot containers can be mounted longitudinally or transversely, allowing additional cargo to be carried as required. A deck crane is mounted at the forward end of the cargo deck. A passenger cabin at the aft end of the main deck will house 12 technicians, with a galley, wet room, dive stores and bathroom.
Incat Crowther Delivers Chinese-Built 35m CAT Ferries
Incat Crowther announced the delivery of two 35m Catamaran Passenger Ferries built by Afai Southern Shipyard in China. Hai Ju and Hai Yao were commissioned by Zhuhai High Speed Ferry Co, following a competitive tender process. Incat Crowther is proud of its partnership with Afai Southern Shipyard in both the successful bid and the construction process. The vessels accommodate 198 passengers, all seated on the main deck in comfortable reclining seats.
Incat Crowther Launches 24m Catamaran RO-PAX Ferry
Incat Crowther announced the launch of the 24m Catamaran Ro-Pax Ferry, Runö. The vessel was recently launched by Baltic Workboats in Estonia and successfully completed sea trials. Runö is the second Incat Crowther-designed vessel to be built by Baltic Workboats, after Vėjūnas, a 24m Catamaran Scientific Research Vessel. Runö will be operated in the Gulf of Riga, Estonia, between the mainland port of Parnu and the islands of Runhu and Saaremaa.
Incat Crowther Launches 18m Catamarans
Incat Crowther has announced the launch of ASP Tyne and ASP Thames, two 18m Catamaran Wind Farm Service Craft. ASP Tyne and ASP Thames were constructed by Topaz Marine at their Abu Dhabi yard in the UAE, and will be delivered to ASP Holdings in the UK. ASP Tyne and ASP Thames are the latest in a lineage of successful wind farm service craft from Incat Crowther, offering excellent efficiency and seakeeping, combined with practical and rugged operation.
Two Incat Crowther Boats Under Construction
construction at Gulf Craft LLC in Louisiana, USA. The vessels’ operator, SEACOR Marine, is a progressive company that pioneered the use of fast catamarans in the offshore industry with the commissioning of SEACOR Cheetah in January 2008, and SEACOR Cougar in April 2009. The operator intends to push the boundaries even further with these larger, faster vessels, by offering increased capacity and comfort.
Incat Crowther Awarded Design Contract for Fast Supply Vessels
Incat Crowther announced that it has been awarded a contract to design a fleet of 48 m monohull Fast Supply Vessels (FSVs). A total twelve of these vessels will be built by ETP Engenharia Ltda., which has also recently delivered a pair of Incat Crowther 36 m monohull crewboats meeting the Petrobras P2 vessel specification. Six of the new FSVs will be owned by Baru Offshore Navegação, which is a Brazilian subsidiary of Intertug S.A., and the other six FSVs will be owned by Senior Navegação.
Incat Crowther Announces Launch of Catamaran
Incat Crowther announced the launch of Outer Limit, a 35m Catamaran Work Boat for Offshore Unlimited. Launched by Richardson Devine Marine, Outer Limit is the third vessel for the operator since 2008.
Incat Crowther Launches 24m CAT Ferry
Incat Crowther has announced the launch of 24m catamaran ferry Freedom Sovereign. Launched by Aluminium Marine in Queensland, Australia, Freedom Sovereign is a near sister ship to Fantasea Sunrise, launched last year. Freedom Sovereign has been delivered to Freedom Fast Cats, who have had considerable success with Freedom Flyer (built 1980) and Freedom Monarch (built 2010), both designed by Incat Crowther. Freedom Sovereign is configured to carry 195 passengers over two decks.
Incat Crowther Announces Launch of Catamaran Ferry
Incat Crowther announced the launch of Xun Long 5, the first of two vessels to be built by AFAI Southern shipyard for Xunlong Shipping Co. The contract to design…
