ferry

FTA announces $316 million to modernize ferry services

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced the availability of $316 million to support and modernize passenger ferry service in U.S. communities with approximately three million ferry riders each month.

“I have seen firsthand how, for many Americans in many different parts of the country, ferries are the best and sometimes only way to get where they need to go,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “Through President Biden’s...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/fta-announces-316-million-to-modernize-ferry-service/

New Rottnest Island ferry starts construction

Aft view of new Rottnest Island fast ferry

Construction on a new 32-meter passenger ferry, designed by Incat Crowther for Western Australian ferry operator Rottnest Fast Ferries, has commenced at Austal Philippines. The new ferry will operate on the popular Perth to Rottnest Island tourism route.

The 32-meter aluminum catamaran is set to have an operational capacity of up to 400 passengers and five crew, with seating on three decks. The vessel will also feature extensive cargo and luggage space for passengers, including bicycle storage...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/new-rottnest-island-ferry-starts-construction/

First of six new fast commuter ferries starts service in Hong Kong

fast commuter ferry three-quarters view

Now in operation with Hong Kong’s Sun Ferry Services Company Limited, the 44.8 meter, 500 passenger Xin Ming Xhu VIII, is the first of six new Incat Crowther designed fast commuter ferries ordered by the operator at Guangzhou-based shipbuilder AFAI Southern Shipyard.

The new low-draft vessel features Incat Crowther’s latest generation hull form providing significant improvements on previous generation vessels.

The fast commuter ferry’s air-conditioned main deck features spacious seating for 299...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/first-of-six-new-fast-commuter-ferries-starts-service-in-hong-kong/

Stena RoRo E-Flexer starts its charter to Canada’s Marine Atlantic

China’s CMI Jinling, Weihai Shipyard yesterday delivered Ala’suinu, the E-Flexer RoPax ferry that Stena RoRo is chartering to Marine Atlantic, the Canadian federal corporation that provides freight and passenger services between the provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia.

The E-Flexer vessels are larger than today’s standard RoPax ferries and the flexible design allows each ship to be tailored to the charterer’s needs. With a length of 203 meters and beam of 27.8 meters, the Ala’s...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/stena-roro-e-flexer-starts-its-charter-to-canadas-marine-atlantic/

Op-Ed: The rise of renewable diesel in maritime 

By Carrie Song, Vice President, Neste US

Ports are important for the U.S. economy, but it’s no secret that port-related emissions from fossil fuel use impact public health and the climate. As the world grapples with the effects of climate change, the marine industry must incorporate ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Each sector within transportation has the responsibility to create a healthier planet for our children and future generations to come.

Thankfully, there is a simple “today”...

https://www.marinelog.com/views/op-eds/op-ed-the-rise-of-renewable-diesel-in-maritime/

Yankee Freedom orders new Dry Tortugas ferry

Key West, Fla.-based Yankee Freedom has ordered a new 300-passenger, high-speed catamaran ferry from Gladding-Hearn Shipbuilding, Duclos Corporation for passenger service between Key West and the Dry Tortugas National Park. The new Dry Tortugas ferry will replace Yankee Freedom III, a 250-passenger catamaran built for the 70-mile run by the Somerset, Mass., shipyard in 2012.

Delivery of Yankee Freedom IV is planned for 2026.

The new larger vessel, designed by Incat Crowther, retains the strong...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/yankee-freedom-orders-new-dry-tortugas-ferry/

Construction starts on Stena Line’s first methanol-ready NewMax hybrid ferry

Swedish ferry company Stena Line has marked a milestone on its journey towards sustainable shipping with the steel cutting ceremony for the first of its methanol-ready ‘NewMax’ hybrid ferries.

The post Construction starts on Stena Line’s first methanol-ready NewMax hybrid ferry appeared first on Offs...

https://www.offshore-energy.biz/construction-starts-on-stena-lines-first-methanol-ready-newmax-hybrid-ferry/

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