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It has nothing to do with any animal; 'cat' is short for 'catamaran' which is best known in its form of a double-hull sailing boat. The catamaran ferries are popular for their combination of stability and speed.

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Q: How did sea and river cat ferries get their name and why are they now such a popular form of water transport?
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