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While the new Transit Systems Enviro Cats and Eco-Jet Cruisers protect the waterways and minimise impact on the local marine life, human life and safety are also a top priority on board the new vessels.
This week, Transit Systems has finalised production of safety videos for on board demonstration on the new marine vessels, which will operate in Gladstone waterways to Curtis Island transporting workers and equipment between the two ports.
Transit Systems value the safety, health and wellbeing off all employees and passengers and the new safety videos are just one part the overall effort to reduce, minimise and eliminate safety risks.
The vessels are also fitted with thermal imaging equipment, which means the Ferry Master can actively avoid collisions with marine life in the water, while the vessels are also fully equipped above and beyond regulation standards, including life jackets, flares, gps and radio equipment.
Transit Systems is committed to providing a safe workplace and safe, sustainable and efficient transport solutions.
It wasn’t long ago the sight of the distinctive and beautifully styled Enviro Cat on Sydney Harbour stirred more then a little interest in minds of Sydney ferry commuters. Well no-longer, after performing admirably on the Manly Fast Ferry daily commute, the Enviro Cat “Capricornian Spirit” has headed north to Queensland.
The Manly Fast Ferries trialing of the Enviro Cat allowed them to slip the existing ferry. The feedback from Sydney ferry commuters during the trial service of the Enviro Cat was overwhelmingly positive.
A clear-skied summer day was the welcoming gift to two new buoyant additions to the Transit Systems fleet this week, with the launch of “Brahminy Kite” and “Duffy”, as they cruised up the Brisbane River.
The cruise wasn’t just enjoyed for the impressive aesthetics of the vessels, with Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) Senior Officials commenting that “Duffy” was an incredible achievement in patient care and functionality.
Duffy, the paramedic vessel, is universally compatible with QAS vehicles, which means patients can be swiftly transferred from one emergency response vessel to another. It also means QAS paramedics feel right at home on board the ferry, ensuring patient care isn’t compromised during handover.
QAS also noted that a huge part of patient care is having the space to work on critical patients, easy access to equipment and a clean environment with a comfortable ride – all of which Duffy offers.
The Eco-Jet Cruiser wasn’t lost in Duffy’s wake of admiration though, as special guests and VIP’s enjoyed the air-conditioning on a hot day, while relaxing in comfortable contoured seats, knowing the impact on waterways was minimal, thanks to the low draft hull.
The launch demonstrates our commitment to building more sustainable transport solutions and proves that we have access to the necessary resources to design and build environmentally friendly marine vessels, on time and on budget, for the contracts we undertake.
Operating on the iconic Moreton Bay and reliably and safely transporting thousands of holidaymakers each year to the stunning North Stradbroke Island, the Big Red Cat is already a winner in many passengers eyes, however Transit Systems are very pleased to announce the passenger and vehicle ferry service's most recent accolade.
The Big Red Cat was again nominated for the prestigious Queensland Tourism Awards, which were announced at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on November 4, 2011.
Up against tough competition, the Big Red Cat was awarded as a finalist in front of over 800 guests including dignitaries from the Premiers Office.
Congratulations to the team behind the Big Red Cat scene and thanks to our passengers for the continued support.
Manly Fast Ferry is trialing a brand new 35m world first Australian designed and manufactured Enviro Cat on the high speed and iconic service to Manly.
Australia’s largest privately owned transport provider, Transit Systems has agreed to charter its newest Enviro Cat to Manly Fast Ferry before it enters operation in its Queensland ferry business.
The ferry will be operated over a two week period to both trial the enviro design and to gain customer feedback on the vessel’s features.
Feedback from passengers so far is very positive including comments about plenty of sitting room and areas for baggage on the Enviro Cats, plus a smooth and fast journey.
