The connection between Heligoland and the offshore dune is part of everyday life on the island. When the existing dune ferry became increasingly prone to breakdowns and maintenance costs rose, the municipality of Heligoland decided to procure a new ferry. The client is the municipality of Heligoland, represented by Hafenprojektgesellschaft Helgoland. The aim was to develop a sustainable, efficient and low-emission solution for this important connection.
TePm supported the project from the preparation of the tender to the ongoing construction of the ship. Together with the port project company, requirements were defined, the market explored and the procurement functionally put out to tender. We were particularly concerned with the question of whether a fully electrically powered ferry would be suitable for the conditions on Heligoland. After extensive research and technical evaluations, the municipality opted for this innovative approach.
We also actively supported the financing of the project. TePm explored the funding landscape, identified suitable programs and supported the acquisition of the necessary funding. At the same time, we managed the implementation of the project, supported technical adjustments during construction and ensured that the budget, deadlines and approval procedures were reliably adhered to.
The new dune ferry provides Heligoland with a much more efficient and modern vessel for the daily connection to the dune. The electric drive reduces emissions and fits in well with the island’s strategic orientation as a climatic health resort. At the same time, the new ship improves comfort, maneuverability and operational safety on this short but intensively used route.
The procurement of the new dune ferry Helgoland is being supported by federal funds as part of the on-board and mobile shore power supply program for sea-going and inland waterway vessels (BordstromTech II).
