On April 2, SAINT-MALO (Hull No. W0278), an E-Flexer series high-end ro-pax vessel built by China Merchants Jingling Shipyard (Weihai) Co. Ltd. (“CMJL (Weihai)”) , was awarded the Shippax 2025 Best Ro-pax Vessel of the Year Award. This is the second time for the company to receive this award after the project W0276.
The SAINT-MALO is 194.7 meters long, 27.8 meters wide and has a service speed of 23 knots. With advanced design concepts and manufacturing processes, it is the flagship ship with the largest passenger capacity in the E-Flexer series.
It is equipped with the world’s largest battery system and LNG dual-fuel power in the world’s ro-pax vessel, and can switch to pure electric mode to meet the port’s stringent environmental protection requirements.
Its high-power shaft generator and intelligent energy efficiency management system can optimize energy utilization efficiency, is compatible with oil, electricity and gas hybrid power, and can flexibly adapt to the needs of different voyages. It is a typical representative of the new generation of ro-pax vessels that are safe, comfortable, green and environmentally friendly.
Through advanced navigation technology, the vessel can realize rapid entry and exit of ports, and is compatible with more than ten berth designs in British and French ports, thus enhancing operational efficiency. In addition, the vessel is equipped with an additional cabin deck to expand the capacity of night accommodation, and optimizes the layout of public areas with facilities such as a sun deck, pet room, children’s playground and bar, which further upgrades the comfort experience.
The Shippax Award is one of the most prestigious honors in the global ro-pax vessel and ferry industry, recognizing vessels that excel in technological innovation, environmental performance and operational efficiency.