She is one of three sister ships designed for the cross-Channel route from Dover to Dunkerque, capable of making the crossing in 1 hour and 45 minutes.

delivered in 2006 and made her maiden voyage on 27 February 2006, replacing Northern Merchant which previously operated the route.

[2] Maersk Delft suffered a loss of power whilst returning to Dover following a refit at Scheldeport Dockyard, Vlissingen on 29 January 2007.

The fault was blamed on a computer error, but the vessel had to be towed into Dover harbour from outside the eastern entrance where she had anchored.

The vessels of this class are easily distinguishable due to their signature windows at the bow of the superstructure, which provide for a panoramic view of the English Channel for passengers.