Australian shipbuilder Birdon will construct the replacement ship in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, to a state-of-the-art barquentine design by the experienced team at Dykstra Naval Architects.
Birdon will be working with Dykstra on the core vessel design, and will also have responsibility for the design, engineering, and integration of the vessel’s systems, including mechanical, electrical, propulsion, communication and navigation systems.
Like Young Endeavour, the new ship is expected to be steel hulled, have timber deck covering, and be rigged with aluminium masts and spars. The Young Endeavour staff crew are also looking forward to additional features – including increased endurance at sea, and air conditioning throughout the ship!