Chkalov Shipyard in Nizhny Novgorod region a keel was laid or an electric passenger vessel built to PKS-40.2 Design, the RF Federal Agency for Maritime and River Transport (Rosmoerrechflot) said in its social media account.
The ship is be the first in a series of five vessels. It will be equipped with a hybrid electric engine capable of 20 hours non-stop operation.
The vessel is designed as autonomous, capable of operating unmanned.
The construction is to be completed in September 2025, the first voyage is planned for May 2026.
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