MerConcept joins <br>Fast Foiling Ferry Project “F3”

The public-benefit company founded by François Gabart joins forces with VPLP Design and Alwena Shipping to develop a fast and economic passenger vessel. The F3 is aimed at addressing urban mobility. Unveiled in early 2020 by VPLP Design in partnership with Alwena Shipping, the Fast Foiling Ferry (F3, pronounced “F cubed”) is a 30 m foiling catamaran capable of carrying 200 passengers at an average speed of 40 knots, burning 40% less fuel than a similarly sized displacement vessel. It’s an innovative ship concept which lays the groundwork for achieving energy transition in the sea transportation sector.