SUSOM Special trip to Saba
The Edge high-speed ferry is operating 3 special SUSOM trips, specifically for medical students, from St Maarten to Saba in January 2018. Due to ongoing repairs to their normal dock, boats will depart/arrive from the SIMPSON BAY POLICE STATION DOCK, located near the Simpson Bay bridge.
Schedule:
Saturday 6th January 2018 - Departing 3:30 PM
Sunday 7th January 2018- Departing 3:30 PM
Monday 8th January - Departing 1:00 PM
Your trip to Saba may be on either vessel - Edge I or Edge II - dependant mainly on capacity. Restrooms are available onboard.
There is NO FREE LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE on these trips. All passengers will be expected to pay US$ 20 per bag, with a maximum of 2 pieces of luggage per person. Payment must be made at check-in.
| SPECIFICATIONS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Craft Name: | Edge I | Edge II |
| Year Built: | 1993 | 2001 |
| Type: | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Lenght Overall: | 60 ft | 72.7 ft |
| Beam: | 23 ft | 25.26 ft |
| Draft max: | 24 in | 25 in |
| Passengers: | 47 + 3 crew | 62 + 3 crew |
| Fuel: | 100 gal | 100 gal |
| Fresh Water: | 50 gal | 50 gal |
| Deadweight: | 21 gt |
13 gt
|
| Main Engines: | 2 x Lugar 420 hp | 2 x Yanmar Inboard |
| Installed Power: | Honda 2000 watts | Honda 2000 watts |
| Propulsion: | Hamilton Jet Drives | Hamilton Jet Drives |
| Service Speed: | 24 knots | 21 knots |
| SAFETY EQUIPMENT | ||
|---|---|---|
| Life Rafts: | 1 x 50 pax | 1 x 65 pax |
| Life Jackets: | Yes | Yes |
| EPIRB: | Yes | Yes |
| Life Ring Buoy + Light: | Yes | Yes |
| GPS: | Yes + Radar | Yes + Radar |
| Fire Extinguisher: | Yes | Yes |
| Communications: | VHF | VHF |
For questions on how to book your "Edge" fast ferry ticket check out the most common FAQ. Online bookings can be made up to 24 hours before departure. For changes or cancellations, please see our Terms and Conditions.
