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Irish Ferries - Normandy
Normandy Deckplan

See the layout of this moving 'island'

Built in Gotenberg, the Normandy is named after the North West region of France renowned for many things particularly its beautiful beaches, and of course its culinary expertise.

Normandy Deckplan

Safety On Board

In order for all our passengers to enjoy their experience on the Normandy we have a
number of safety procedures which must be followed. These are in place for your benefit and safety.

Cabins
Cabins on orange decks 5 & 6 are reached by using orange stairs only. There is no access to any car deck from cabin decks 5 & 6. Passengers on cabin decks 5 & 6 access car decks from deck 7 via red, blue/yellow stairs or lift.

Vehicle Loading Procedure
Loading vehicles onto the Normandy must satisfy certain safety procedures. To achieve the best loading arrangements please be aware that a vehicle that has checked in after you may be loaded before you.

Embarkation
On arrival on the car deck a staff member will direct you to a parking space. Before leaving your vehicle please ensure you have:

  • Switched off the lights.
  • Switched off the ignition.
  • Applied the hand-brake.
  • Left the vehicle in gear.

For safety reasons it is not possible to return to your vehicle while the ship is at sea, so please remember to take any hand luggage you may require during the crossing, along with any valuables.

Check Your Stairways
To help you locate your vehicle at disembarkation time, we have colour coded each stairway; please remember the colour of the door nearest your vehicle as you leave the car deck. On arrival, please do not proceed to your vehicle until told to do so. Your co-operation is very much appreciated and will assist in a smoother disembarkation.

Disembarkation
Wait until the last moment before starting your vehicle's engine so as to avoid polluting the air on the vehicle decks. When disembarking, follow the instructions given by the ship's staff.

Access and Facilities Access and Facilities

If you or a member of your party has particular requirements, please let a member of staff know, and where possible, we will be happy to assist. On board the Normandy the following are in place for your convenience; wheelchair, wheelchair accessible areas, cabins, toilets and a lift.

No Smoking No Smoking
It is illegal to smoke in any enclosed area on the ship. Smoking is permitted to smoke on the outer decks.

Safety on Board
We operate to the highest safety standards, as set down by the International Maritime
Organisation and are monitored by the regulatory authority in each country.

We operate to the highest safety standards, as set down by the International Maritime Organisation and monitored by the regulatory authority in each country. Please observe the following simple safety rules:

  • No petrol cans please, full or empty
  • Do not overfill fuel tanks
  • Please turn off gas bottles in caravans/motor homes prior to joining the ship, and do not turn on until after disembarkation
  • Please listen carefully to all announcements
  • Assembly StationWhen moving around the vessel please note the Assembly Station signs, and read the safety messages.
  • Familiarise yourself with instructions on how to put on life jackets. These instructions are posted around the vessel
  • Dispose of cigarette ends carefully and only in the ashtrays provided
  • Dispose of litter only in the receptacles provided.

Remember, we're here to ensure you enjoy your trip with us. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask a member of our staff.



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