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Can you give a list of facts about this ferry?

A complete fact list about this ferry route, check out all the numbers we collected:

  • 370 nautical miles: Approximate distance between Newcastle and Amsterdam.
  • 15 hours: Typical journey duration on the ferry.
  • 24 hours: Daily operation cycle for departures and arrivals.
  • 2,000 passengers: Estimated maximum passenger capacity.
  • 600 vehicles: Approximate vehicle capacity on board.
  • 14 Euros: Average parking cost per 24 hours at Newcastle’s secure car park.
  • 4 lifeboats: Number of lifeboats provided on the vessel.
  • 150 persons: Approximate capacity per lifeboat.
  • 70 crew members: Estimated number of staff onboard ensuring safe operations.
  • 5 decks: Total decks available on the ferry.
  • 230 meters: Approximate length of the ferry.
  • 32 meters: Approximate width of the ferry.
  • 30,000 GT: Estimated gross tonnage of the vessel.
  • 22 knots: Approximate maximum cruising speed.
  • 10 knots: Reduced speed maintained when approaching port areas.
  • 7 days: Days per week the ferry service operates.
  • 1 transfer bus: Provided per departure for a complimentary ride from port to city centre.
  • 15 minutes: Interval between scheduled transfer bus departures at the port.
  • 2 restaurants: Number of dining options available onboard.
  • 1 International Passenger Terminal: Located at Port of Tyn for DFDS services.
  • 1 DFDS terminal: Proximity to the port ensuring quick passenger processing.
  • 100 cabins: Approximate number of passenger cabins available.
  • 300 seats: Estimated seating capacity in the main lounge area.
  • 4 emergency exits: Number of designated emergency evacuation routes.
  • 3 vehicle decks: Specific decks dedicated to vehicle transport.
  • 5 lifejackets per person: Minimum number of lifejackets allocated per passenger as per safety regulations. (Meaning you'll be safe!)
  • 1 primary online booking portal: Official website used for reservations.
  • 30 onboard service staff: Approximate number of crew members dedicated solely to passenger services.
  • 20 annual safety drills: Number of safety exercises conducted per year for crew training.
  • 10 years: Approximate period since the vessel’s latest major refurbishment. (Oops!)

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