The name of the University of Indonesia (UI) shines once again on the international stage, as this time, a proud achievement was accomplished by students from the Faculty of Engineering, UI, who are part of the Nagapasa Team. This prestigious competition is organized by the Worldwide Ferry Safety Association (WFSA) and supported by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The competition aims to create designs for passenger ships that are safe, affordable, and environmentally friendly.
The Nagapasa Team from UI consists of ten students from the Department of Naval Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, UI: Muhammad Akbar Ramsha Oetama, Rawhul Ihsan Setyoko, Vincent Collin, Daffa Sulaiman Kamil, Ken Nafilahshafa Sahatisae, Ghaisani Khoirunnisa (Class of 2021), Dzakiah Mardhiah, Felicia Rachel Taruli Siregar, Nadia Fariha (Class of 2022), and Adam Faris Athallah (Class of 2023).
Dr. Eng. Ir. Muhammad Arif Budiyanto, S.T., M.T., IPM, a lecturer in the Department of Naval Architecture, FTUI, served as the advisor and supported the Nagapasa Team in designing the innovative ship named MV Ignia, a sustainable electric ferry designed to improve public mobility in Lagos, Nigeria, with a capacity for 200 passengers, operating on a strategic route between Ikorodu and CMS.
MV Ignia is designed with modern techniques and emission-free technology. The ferry supports Nigeria’s zero-emission target by reducing operational emissions by up to 1,033 tons of CO₂ compared to conventional ships.
“The MV Ignia design uses a catamaran hull, making the vessel more efficient, faster, and energy-saving. We built the ship using lightweight, corrosion-resistant marine-grade aluminum. MV Ignia also offers outstanding features such as luggage racks, disability-friendly access, and easy boarding and disembarking systems, making it a safe, comfortable, and affordable transportation option for the public, while addressing the challenges of piracy and overcrowding in the region,” explained Muhammad Akbar Ramsha Oetama, representing the Nagapasa Team.
The MV Ignia design was also created to align with Nigeria’s zero-emission target and is expected to serve as a model for sustainable transportation for other countries facing similar challenges. “We aim to create a transportation solution that is not only environmentally friendly but also provides comfort and safety for the public,” added Akbar.
“The achievement of the Nagapasa team from UI proves that the creativity and innovation of FTUI students are capable of providing real solutions to global challenges. This sustainable electric ferry design is evidence that green technology is the future of transportation, not only in Nigeria but also in Indonesia. With our geographical conditions as an archipelagic country, environmentally friendly maritime transportation is an urgent need to support regional connectivity while reducing carbon emissions. This aligns with FTUI’s commitment to promoting the development of sustainable technology that has a real impact on the maritime world,” said the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, UI, Prof. Kemas Ridwan Kurniawan, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D.
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