‘To Ulleungdo Faster and More Convenient!’ … Eldorado Express Launches Service

The inauguration ceremony for the public ferry (Eldorado Express) operating round-trip between Ulleung and Pohang was successfully held on the 29th, attended by Nam Han-kwon, Ulleung County Governor, Gong Kyung-sik, Chairman of the Ulleung County Council, Nam Jin-bok, Gyeongbuk Provincial Assembly member, Kim Yang-wook, CEO of Daejeo Ferry, and over 500 Ulleung residents and distinguished guests.

Starting with a pre-ceremony congratulatory performance, an appreciation plaque and commendation plaques were awarded to those who contributed to the launch of the Eldorado Express. This was followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony commemorating the departure, an internal tour of the vessel, and an introduction to the ship’s main functions.

The Eldorado Express, operating between Ulleung and Pohang, docking at Sadong Port on Ulleungdo.

The Eldorado Express is a super high-speed large passenger ship operating on the Ulleung-Pohang route, with a total tonnage of 3,158 tons, a passenger capacity of 970, cargo capacity of 50 tons, and a maximum speed of 50.2 knots. The one-way trip takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes.

It can operate during the stormy winter season and in waves up to 4 meters high, and it is expected to be a turning point for the daily living area of Ulleung residents and the development of coastal passenger shipping.

Additionally, to commemorate the launch, Daejeo Ferry is offering a special discount event for residents. For two months, a 50% discount will be applied, making the business class seat available for 19,700 KRW and the first-class seat for 39,700 KRW.

Governor Nam Han-kwon said, “Residents can now conveniently travel between the island and the mainland, and a foundation has been laid for welcoming an era of one million tourists to the county.”

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