The exterior of the new Mersey ferry, to be built locally at Cammall Laird shipyard, Birkenhead, shows a blend of modern ship design while retaining the traditional operator's colours of red, black, and white.
Work on Mersey Ferry's new vessel, InsiderMedia writes, is currently underway at the shipbuilder on the Wirral peninsula, with services due by the commuter and sightseeing vessel to start by summer 2026.
The new ferry, Afloat adds, will have a capacity for 500 passengers and a crew of 6 to operate the 327 tonnes steel vessel, which will serve its river role among them, chiefly connecting Liverpool and Seacombe on the Wirral.
Commenting on the new build, the mayor of Liverpool City Regions said, "The world-famous Mersey Ferries have served the people of the Liverpool City Region for over 800 years.
"With a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary design, the new ferry will be visually striking whether you're watching it sail down the Mersey from the waterfront or travelling on board.
He added, "The Mersey Ferries are a proud part of our past and our future, which is why we're investing in not only a new ferry but also Seacombe and Woodside terminals on the Wirral to ensure the ferries remain a unique attraction on the River Mersey for generations to come."
More here and with another image of the newbuild.
