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We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support for our business.
February 16, 1945 (Tuesday) At Usuki Shipyard Co., Ltd., the name and launching ceremony of a new vessel that will enter service on the Hakata-Hitakatsu route as a substitute for the "Ferry Genkai" from July 3rd. Was held and was named "Umiterashi".
"Umiterashi" is another name for Chionanthus retusus, which grows naturally in the northern part of Tsushima City, and was decided by open recruitment with the hope that it will illuminate the sea forever.

〇Main vessels in service
Overall length: 81.79m
Total number of tons: 1,100 tons
Navigation speed: 17.0 knots
Number of passengers: 176
Number of loading units: 43 passenger car equivalents

The speed of the new ship will be improved compared to the current "Ferry Genkai", and the operating time will be shortened by about 1 hour.
In addition, the fin stabilizer is installed to improve the ride quality, and barrier-free measures such as elevator installation and toilets for the disabled are enhanced, so it can be used more comfortably than before.

For customers, please wait for a while until the service starts.
We look forward to your continued patronage.

February 19, 2021
Kyushu Yusen Co., Ltd.