Speke Group announced today the acquisition of twelve state‑of‑the‑art speed boats designed for rapid passenger transport to the newly developed Paradise Island resort. The vessels, built by marine engineering firm Oceanic Dynamics, feature hybrid propulsion systems that cut fuel consumption by 30 % while delivering top speeds of 45 knots. Speke’s CEO, Laura Cheng, said the fleet will enable “seamless, eco‑friendly travel for tourists and staff alike,” and will be operational in time for the island’s official opening ceremony on October 12. Local authorities praised the move, noting the boats meet stringent environmental standards and will alleviate traffic congestion on the mainland ferry routes.
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