MacGregor solutions selected for BC Ferries’ NMV quartet

MacGregor is to supply cargo access solutions and deck machinery for the four new all-electric-ready hybrid-electric, double-ended passenger/car ferries that will replace four end-of-life vessels, under BC Ferries’ New Major Vessel (NMV) program.

Designed in collaboration with Norway’s LMG Marin to be able to carry up to 360 standard-sized vehicles and 2,100 passengers, the next-generation,vessels will be built at China Merchants Industry (CMI) Weihai Shipyard Co., Ltd.

The order was booked to MacGregor’s first quarter 2026 orders received.

MacGregor says the order is the result of a collaborative approach with numerous project interest holders, ensuring the delivery of solutions that meet the specific requirements of the vessels and the customer. While MacGregor will provide the cargo access equipment along with a dedicated Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) package for the solution, a joint venture has secured the order for the deck machinery. The specialized cargo access equipment, deck machinery and the comprehensive ILS package from MacGregor will play an important role in enhancing fleet resiliency and schedule efficiency. The standardized design and long-term support across the four vessels will support streamlined operations for the crew and faster loading and unloading to meet increasing passenger demand.

The new 172-meter ships are designed for BC Ferries’ busiest routes between Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland in Canada. Built with a focus on environmental stewardship, the vessels feature advanced battery technologies and propellers engineered to minimise underwater noise to protect marine life.

“Our goal is to build a ferry system that is reliable, sustainable and ready for future growth,” says Nicolas Jimenez, president and CEO of BC Ferries. “We appreciate the commitment to excellence from our suppliers like MacGregor as we work towards delivering a modern ferry experience for our customers and maintaining the vital connection between BC’s coastal communities for decades to come.”

“This is a great achievement that reinforces our commitment to our customers,” says Mgnus Sjöberg, EVP, Merchant Solutions Division, MacGregor. “By collaborating closely with the owner and our key partners, we were able to demonstrate our ability to deliver the right solutions to meet their specific needs. This order is a clear testament to the collective expertise of our global team.”

“The Integrated Logistic Support package underscores our commitment to support the lifecycle of these vessels,” says Tomas Hakala, EVP, Global Services Division, MacGregor. “The ILS package ensures the high availability of the equipment and provides BC Ferries with the predictability and technical support when needed.”

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