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Project objectives
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Island Communities in the 21st Century
Estimate the demand for ‘lifeline ferries’ and the needs of isolated island communities in the Programme Area for the lifetime of the next generation of ‘lifeline ferries’ (around 20 years.)
Vessel design
Develop a new series of vessel designs for ‘lifeline ferries’ that embrace the higher design standards needed for the effective operation of modern ferries but a design that is flexible and can cater for the needs of different islands
Port Infrastructure
Develop plans for the most appropriate port infrastructure which will support the introduction of these ferries and allow them to operate effectively
Procurement and Finance
Develop innovative methods of finance and procurement for the new ferries
Training
Undertake a Training Needs Analysis and specific training to ensure that new skills and techniques needed to procure, finance and plan new vessels and port infrastructure are carried out to a high standard.
