Trimline, the UK based service provider to the passenger shipping industry, say theyhave won a major contract with Red Funnel Isle of Wight Ferries to refurbish and extend the Red Falcon, a 94 metre passenger and vehicle ferry based in Southampton.
Red Falcon is due to undergo the work in Southampton inFebruary 2014, with Trimline undertaking the biggest steel structural work in the company’s history to extend the Promenade Deck.
Two brand new lounges are to be added to the Promenade Deck, extending the existing deck area by approximately 240m2 providing 55 per cent more internal seating for passengers. The creation of the new lounges will see Trimlineinstall the steel structure, windows, doors, disabled toilets and extend the current lift on the ship by one deck. They will then create and fit new bars in each lounge, install new flooring and furniture, new ceilings and will overhaul the current air conditioning system throughout the ship.
Trimline will also be refitting B Deck on the Red Falcon, which will include the installation of new catering facilities including hot and cold serveries, a new galley and dishwashing facility, the construction of a new freezer room, a new bar and information area, refurbishment of the existing coffee bar and installation of 34 flat screen TV’s.
Darren Smith, Business Development Manager at Trimline, commented: “For Trimline to be taking on such major structural work to a ship is a reflection of how much we are growing as a company. The Red Falcon contract demonstrates that we are continuing to diversify what we offer clients andemphasises our different approach to marine interiors.”
Murray Carter, Operations Director at Red Funnel Isle of Wight Ferries, said: “We are delighted that Trimline will be undertaking the work to Red Falcon in the New Year. We were impressed by Trimline’s strategic approach to the project and that they are able to offer a total turnkey solution.”
Trimline will be fitting new seating to the Outside Deck to complete the passenger experience. The work is expected to last two months with the ferry ready for Easter 2014.