Calais Seaways ferry

MS Calais Seaways ferry is a Ro-Ro passenger vessel operated by the Denmark-based company DFDS SEAWAYS. The ship has a maximum capacity of 2,000 passengers and 600 cars (or 105 trucks/trailers). Launched in 1992, the vessel currently operates on the England-France ferry route Dover–Calais, with a crossing time of approximately 1.5 hours.

Cabins

This vessel is not classified as a "cruise ferry" as it does not offer overnight accommodations. Originally, it featured 59 passenger cabins (8 single, 42 double, 9 quad), all located on Deck 8. Later modifications included 20 couchettes (sleeper cabins with shared facilities) and one wheelchair-accessible double cabin, all located on Deck 7.

Shipboard Facilities, Dining, and Entertainment

Facilities onboard Calais Seaways include:

• (Deck 7) 7 Seas Self-Service Restaurant offers an à la carte-priced menu featuring a wide selection of starters, main courses, gourmet desserts, and premium wines. A children's menu ("Happy Pirate") is also available.
• Horizon Snack Bar/Self-Service Restaurant serves hot dishes, cold appetizers, desserts, and soft drinks.
• (Deck 7) Lighthouse Café serves beverages, cocktails, coffee drinks, light snacks, gourmet sweets, fresh fruit, juices, and premium ice cream. Large TVs with satellite reception air live sports and music programs.
• (Deck 7) Horizon Lounge features a full-service bar and light snacks.
• (Deck 7) Road Kings area, dedicated to truck drivers, includes showers, the Pitstop Restaurant, and a quiet lounge.
• (Deck 9) Premium Lounge offers extra privacy and includes complimentary coffee, tea, cold drinks, snacks, and newspapers.
• (Deck 7) Pirates Island is a children's playroom equipped with a ball pool, a large TV for cartoons, and kids’ art tables.
• (Deck 7) Tax-Free Sea Shop offers duty-free goods including alcohol, tobacco, luxury-brand cosmetics and perfumes, jewelry, watches, sunglasses, leather goods, fashion, toys, electronics, gourmet sweets, teas, and spices. Payments are accepted in cash or by bank card (VISA, MasterCard, EuroCard). Premium brands onboard include Versace, Elizabeth Arden, Tommy Hilfiger, Moschino, Paco Rabanne, Carolina Herrera, Hugo Boss, Gucci, L'Oréal, DKNY, Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, and Face Inc.
• Wi-Fi service and an ATM/cash machine are available near the Information Desk (Reception) on Deck 7.
• (Deck 8) Reserved Seating Lounge offers Pullman-style fully reclining leather armchairs and large TVs.
• Accessibility features include one elevator (1.9 m x 2.2 m), wider doorways (1.2 m), one wheelchair-accessible public toilet, and a bathroom with shower, washbasin, handrails, and WC.

The ship’s top deck includes a Heli Deck with a helipad for emergency helicopter landings.

All emergency instructions are displayed at assembly stations (muster stations). Life jackets are stored at these stations. In an emergency, elevators must not be used.

Car Decks

Safety procedures for vehicle decks include:

• Passengers with reduced mobility should visit the Information Desk for assistance.
• Engage the handbrake, place the vehicle in park or 1st gear, switch off the ignition, alarm, electrical systems, and headlights. Shut off gas cylinders, if any, and lock the vehicle.
• Take only valuables and essential hand baggage when leaving the vehicle.
• Note your vehicle’s location, deck number, and nearest stairway before exiting.
• Access to vehicle decks is prohibited during the crossing.
• Smoking is forbidden on vehicle decks, in cabins, and in passenger lounges.
• Wait for an official announcement before returning to your vehicle.
• Do not start your engine until instructed to reduce air pollution.

DFDS Seaways (fleet) is a Danish ferry operator founded in 1866 and headquartered in Copenhagen. The company provides both passenger and freight ferry services across Northern Europe.