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Marimecs designs new ferry for Het Schouw – Landsmeer crossing

Oct 20, 2025

Marimecs has been appointed to develop the design for a new ferry serving the Het Schouw–Landsmeer crossing over the Noordhollandsch Kanaal. The new vessel will replace the current ferry, which has been in service for 45 years and operating at this location for the past twelve years..

Focus on efficiency


As with the existing vessel, the new ferry will be electrically powered, continuing the sustainable operation of this important connection. The design focuses on improved efficiency and greater transport capacity by increasing the deck lengtht. This allows the ferry to carry three modern cars instead of two, accommodating the growing size of today’s vehicles.

The crossing:

over the Noordhollandsch Kanaal

A historic waterway in North Holland connecting Amsterdam to Den Helder. It is mainly used by recreational craft and small commercial vessels and forms an important link between the IJ and the North Sea.

Photo by Province of North Holland

Enhanced comfort

The new ferry will also offer enhanced comfort for pedestrians and cyclists, featuring a covered area that provides shelter from the rain.

Sustainability features

Sustainability and smart engineering are central to the design. The ferry will incorporate more advanced electrification technology and additional solar panels, reducing energy use and further improving operational efficiency.

The project is being developed for the Province of North Holland. The current planning foresees the new ferry entering service by the end of 2027. More details about the new design will be shared at a later stage.

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