BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 17. Balakan ferry of
Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company (ASCO), a part of the AZCON
Holding, has set off on its first voyage to Kuryk port of
Kazakhstan after the repair, the statement of ASCO says, Trend reports.


The repair process was carried out at the Zigh Ship Repair and
Construction Yard. During this process, the ferry underwent hull
welding, pipe laying, electrical work, and the renewal of the steam
boiler and watertight doors.


Furthermore, the mechanical and electrical components of the
deck cranes, as well as the crew living and service rooms, were
repaired.







The above-water section of the ferry and the wagon deck were
cleaned and repainted with two coats of paint.


The Balakan ferry, which is 154.8 meters long and 17.5 meters
wide, has a maximum speed of 12.5 knots and a deadweight capacity
of 5,400 tons.