Ferries 2024

FERRIES 2024 highlighted industry collaboration in Seattle

The 37th annual Marine Log’s FERRIES 2024 conference, held in Seattle, brought together over 230 attendees, including nearly every ferry operator from Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and Alaska. The event, which took place from October 28-30, featured a diverse range of stakeholders—from ferry owners and operators to shipyards, naval architects, suppliers, and government agencies—highlighting the growing importance of collaboration and innovation in the ferry sector.

This year’s FERRIES...

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The countdown begins: FERRIES 2024 is two weeks away

In just two weeks, ferry industry professionals from around the world will converge in Seattle for Marine Log’s FERRIES 2024 conference, an event poised to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the ferry sector. From October 29-30, the conference will bring together a diverse community of ferry operators, vessel builders, engineers, policymakers, and technology innovators to share insights, discuss future trends, and explore solutions for sustainable, safe, and efficient...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/the-countdown-begins-ferries-2024-is-two-weeks-away/

Electrification: Leading the “charge”

By Michael D. White

The clock is ticking down as the maritime industry is racing to implement innovative technologies to meet the net-zero emissions by 2050 set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2023.

To meet the challenge, electrification is being folded into the mix as a doable ‘green’ solution and vessel operators and designers along the West Coast from Alaska to California are leading the effort to develop and implement the latest developments in the field to reduce...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/electrification-leading-the-charge/

Q&A with Bryant Fuller of Siemens Energy

German-based Siemens Energy has provided services that focus on enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of marine vessels, including ferries, by offering technologies such as hybrid and electric propulsion systems for years.

To get a better picture of what these services are for the ferry sector, specifically, we sat down with retired Rear Adm. Bryant Fuller, Head of Federal Maritime Programs for Siemens Energy Maritime Solutions business, for an exclusive Q&A.

Marine Log (ML): What...

https://www.marinelog.com/views/qas/qa-with-bryant-fuller-of-siemens-energy/

FERRIES 2024: A look at ferry innovations in Norway

The global ferry industry is rapidly transforming due to advancements in remote and autonomous technology, especially in Norway. As we look to the future, it’s essential to understand the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities within this sector. To help us explore these aspects with a focus on innovative solutions and case studies that are useful to U.S. operators, Markus Laurinen, Growth and Solution Director for Remote and Autonomous at Kongsberg Maritime, will present at Marine...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/ferries-2024-a-look-at-ferry-innovations-in-norway/

FERRIES 2024: Navigating shipbuilding challenges in the U.S.

Shipbuilding in the United States has significantly declined over the past 75 years. According to Ted Williams, president of Senesco Marine LLC in North Kingston, R.I., “We are now at a level where we cannot build the commercial or military vessels we need.” Ferries are no exception; however, the ferry industry is leading the way with new technologies in several areas.

Williams will delve into this topic at Marine Log’s FERRIES 2024 conference, taking place on October 29-30 in Seattle, Wash. He...

https://www.marinelog.com/uncategorized/ferries-2024-navigating-shipbuilding-challenges-in-the-u-s/

FERRIES 2024: Leveraging technologies in ferry operations

Leveraging technology in ferry operations can greatly enhance efficiency, safety, and customer experience. At Marine Log’s FERRIES 2024 conference on October 29-30 in Seattle, Hornblower Group—a leading name in maritime and hospitality—along with its subsidiary City Experiences and ferry services such as NYC Ferry and Puerto Rico Ferry, will discuss their integration of various technologies into their operations.

The panel will also feature Anchor Operating System, a maritime software company...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/ferries-2024-leveraging-technologies-in-ferry-operations/

FERRIES 2024: Managing chaos as a small ferry operator

While Marine Log’s FERRIES conference has traditionally spotlighted larger operations, valuable insights can also be gleaned from smaller ferry services—particularly those operating multiple trips daily throughout the year. One such example is the Bald Head Island Ferry, based in Southport, N.C.

Capt. Bion Stewart, COO of Bald Head Island Transportation Inc. and a retired U.S. Coast Guard captain, will share how the company’s fleet navigates the complexities of loading and unloading hundreds of...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/ferries-2024-managing-chaos-as-a-small-ferry-operator/

FERRIES 2024: Service expansion and transit network resiliency

Ferries are a unique and valuable mode of transit, offering significant insights for the broader transportation industry. Their minimal infrastructure requirements and proven technology can bolster the resilience of regional transportation networks. However, ferries continually face challenges to expand and remain cost-competitive.

Jean Banker, moderator.

Over the past 20 years, communities in Contra Costa County, California, have been investigating the potential of passenger ferry services to...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/ferries-2024-service-expansion-and-transit-network-resiliency/

FERRIES 2024: An inside look at a new carbon fiber plug-in hybrid ferry

In July, EV Maritime, a New Zealand-based company specializing in electric ferry design and technology, announced it has been commissioned by Angel Island Tiburon Ferry (AITF) in San Francisco Bay to develop a cutting-edge hybrid electric vessel for its fleet. This forward-thinking project will involve the electrification of two existing vessels and the construction of a new plug-in hybrid ferry, with funding provided by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

To delve deeper into this...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/ferries-2024-an-inside-look-at-a-new-carbon-fiber-plug-in-hybrid-ferry/

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