Our Proudly Named Vessel
Named after the regiment that fiercely represented Newfoundland in World War I, the Blue Puttees honours this fearless fighting unit. The regiment was part of the tragic advance at Beaumont-Hamel on July 1, 1916. Since that day, in recognition of the soldiers’ bravery, July 1 is marked as Memorial Day in Newfoundland and Labrador, and the courage and sacrifice of the Blue Puttees will never be forgotten.
Onboard the Blue Puttees, find amenities for a comfortable and smooth crossing, including accessible and pet-friendly cabins, a panoramic viewing deck and a variety of dining options.
Vessel Key Features
Standard
- Two-bed and four-bed cabins with TVs
- Private washroom with shower, sink, and toilet
Pet-Friendly
- Four-bed cabins with hard-surface flooring
- Designed to make pet travel easy
Accessible
- One adjustable bed and one set of bunk beds
- Private accessible washroom with shower
Leisure Spaces
- Panoramic viewing deck
- Activities and games for kids
Pet-Friendly Areas
- Kennel area
- Pet relief areas
Other Amenities
- Retail store
- Comfortable recliner seating
- Gender neutral washroom
The MET
- Open daily for breakfast and dinner
- A wide variety of inspired classics
- East Coast favourites and kid’s menu
Barista Café
- Open 24/7
- Quick and convenient dining
- Specialty coffees, pizza, and more
Bar
- Open until 01:00
- Pub favourites and a welcoming atmosphere
- Cocktails, beer, ciders, wine, and spirits
Accessibility Features
Accessible Accommodations
- One hospital-style bed with controls
- One set of bunk beds
- Private accessible washroom with shower
- Hearing adapted & visual doorbell
- TV, side table, stool
Service Dogs
- Certified service dogs welcome with at least 96 hours notice and supporting documentation
- Service dog relief area available on Deck 7
Other Features
- Blue zone parking
- Accessible washrooms
- Wheelchair and mobility aids
- Assistance with passenger loading and unloading
Blue Puttees Specifications

Class and Type
Type: Seabridger
Classification: 1A1 ICE-1A Car Ferry A EO BIS TMON
Ice Class: ICE-1A
General Information
Name: Blue Puttees
Call Sign: VXKF
IMO Number: 9331177
Year Launched: 2011
Port of Registry: St. John’s, NL, Canada
Dimensions
Length: 199.5m (654.5 ft.)
Beam: 26.70m (87.6 ft.)
Drought: 6.20m (20.3 ft.)
Gross Tonnage: 28,460 GRT
Dead Weight: 7,628 tonnes
Capacity
Passengers: 1,000
Total Lane Meters: 2,840m
Weather Deck Lane Meters: 457m
Hoistable Deck Lane Meters: 137m
Accommodations
Two-bed Cabins: 37
Four-bed Cabins: 42
Four-bed Pet-friendly Cabins: 8
Four-bed Hearing Adapted Cabins: 2
Three-bed Accessible Cabins: 8
Reserved Seats: 96
Reclining Chairs: Approx. 500
Propulsion Systems
Main: 2 x Controllable Pitch Propeller
Maneuvering: 3 x Bow Thrusters
Machinery
Main Engines: 2 x MAN 9L48/60B 9-Cylinder Diesel Engines. Output 10.800 kW each
Generators: 2 x Auxiliary Mitsubishi Diesel Engines Output. Output 1590 kW each
Fuel: Marine Diesel
Service Speed: 17 kts
Maximum Speed: 22 kts
Vessel Structure
Vehicle Decks: 3
Passenger Decks: 3
Total Decks: 10
Access:
Ro-Ro bow and stern loading (clamshell)
Ro-Ro bow and stern loading ramps
Ro-Ro internal ramp
Food and Beverage Outlets: 3
Seating Lounges: 2
Reserved Seating Lounge: 1
Skylight: No
Safety Equipment
150 Person Lifeboats: 2
70 Person Lifeboats: 2
109 Person Liferafts: 8
Life Jackets: 1,273
Thermal Protective Aids: 620
Fast Rescue Craft (FRC): 1
Modifications 2010
- Shortened by 12 m
- Expansion and renovation of passenger areas
- Addition of third bow thruster
- 40% increase in passenger capacity
Crew Amenities
Crew Cabins: 66
Crew Mess: 1
Crew Lounge Room: 2
Crew Fitness Room: 1
Conference and Training Rooms: 1
Vessel Manager
Marine Atlantic Inc.
10 Fort William Place, Suite 302
Baine Johnston Centre
St. John’s , NL, Canada
A1C 1K4
Construction Ship Yard
Baltijsky Zavod Shipyard, Russia