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China Zorrilla Electric Ferry Opens New Chapter in River Plate Travel

China Zorrilla Electric Ferry Opens New Chapter in River Plate Travel

India
October 26, 2026
Summary Buquebus has introduced China Zorrilla into commercial service between Argentina and Uruguay, bringing large-scale battery propulsion to international passenger and vehicle transport. Built by Incat Tasmania, the 130-metre ferry can accommodate 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles, with more than 40 MWh of onboard energy storage powering its electric propulsion system. Article Commercial operations begin