[SMM Aluminum Flash News] AISTER Wins USD 4.3 Million Contract for Aluminum Catamaran

Published: May 6, 2026 11:33
Spanish shipyard AISTER has secured a USD 4.3 million contract to build the all-aluminum passenger catamaran “Jeune France II” for Saint-Pierre et Miquelon, with delivery scheduled for September 2027. The 22.5-metre vessel will carry up to 100 passengers and features beach-landing capability and a hydraulic bow ramp for light vehicle transport. Its propulsion system combines diesel engines and electric drive in a hybrid configuration compliant with IMO Tier III standards, enabling low-emission and silent operation at low speeds and in ports. The company said the project reflects growing demand for flexible, low-emission aluminum vessels.

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