The only passengers MERCANDIA IV will carry in the future are RHV drivers © Marko Stampehl
ForSea’s MERCANDIA IV to become freight-only vessel
Aug 08 2019
FerryIn response to decreased car and passenger volumes, ForSea has announced that its 1989-built Superflex Class double-ender MERCANDIA IV will become a dedicated freight ferry as of 1 September.
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