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Welcome to the new U.S. Virgin
Islands Fast Ferry Service. Aboard the Salacia -- a
state-of-the-art, high speed catamaran -- service between
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas and Christianstead, St. Croix
will take just 75 minutes. The Salacia, our high-speed
catamaran, is designed to maximize space, is equipped with
service and amenities, and is streamlined to reach speeds up
to 39 knots, for faster service between the islands.
Uses state-of-the-art radar, fire suppressant systems,
Global Positioning Systems and engine room monitoring
systems. Is powered by four diesel engines producing 78hp
which drive Kamwea water jets. Each jet displaces 20,000
gallons of sea water per minute with a total of 100,000
gallons/minute at full speed. |
