The vessel was officially christened in the port of Szczecin on Saturday, 17 January.
Operating between Świnoujście in north-western Poland and Trelleborg in southern Sweden, Jantar Unity - the country’s largest passenger and freight ferry - is expected to complete the crossing in a record six and a half hours.
Over the past weekend, thousands of visitors took the opportunity to tour its interior.
Measuring nearly 200 metres in length, the vessel can carry up to 270 trucks and 400 passengers, reaching speeds of up to 19 knots.
Its hull design and stabilisation systems ensure a high level of safety even in challenging weather, while modern ballast and propulsion technologies reduce rolling to enhance passenger comfort.
Cabins and passenger areas meet 3- to 4-star hotel standards, featuring air conditioning, soundproofing, and multiple leisure spaces including cafés, bars, and family zones.
Advanced safety engineering, incorporating fire protection and monitoring systems, underpins the vessel’s secure operation at sea.
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Source: Polish Radio English Service/IAR/X/@PomZachodnie
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