The 147.7-by-25.4-metre double-ended, brand-new hybrid ferry, an investment of €84 million by Scandlines, departed from Rødby on her maiden voyage to Puttgarden on the morning of 10 March 2026.

Baltic Whale is expected to finish the 18.5 km crossing in 45 minutes, with 12-18 minutes needed to charge her 10MWh-battery stack while berthed (thanks to Scandlines' investment in charging stations at both ends of the Danish-German service; 'plugging in' the vessel is said to take less than 15 seconds).

If necessary, e.g. due to challenging weather conditions, Baltic Whale's diesel generators can kick in for hybrid operations.

The ferry offers 1,200 lane metres (across two decks) for wheeled cargo, including dangerous goods such as batteries, and room for 140 passengers.

Photo: Scandlines