LH2-fueled RoPax

SWITCH plans to build large LH2-powered RoPax in the U.S.

San Francisco-headquartered SWITCH Maritime, best known to Marine Log readers for its Sea Change ferry, is pushing ahead with its next zero-emission vessel project. And it’s significantly more ambitious than the Sea

Audience members watch the opening panel discussion at Marine Log's FERRIES 2024 conference in Seattle on October 29.

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

Q&A: Peter Brooks talks short distance shipping

Sponsored Content: As we already know, short distance shipping is typically faster and more cost-effective compared to long-distance shipping. It’s commonly used for local deliveries, last-mile logistics, and regional supply chain operations.

The countdown begins: FERRIES 2024 is one week away

In just one week, 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

October 2024

This issue explores a new era of ferry design, in addition to recent workboat deliveries and shoreside infrastructure challenges and solutions.

Steel cutting for new Fisher Island ferry

ESG cuts steel for new Fisher Island ferry

Panama City, Fla. –based Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG) has marked a significant milestone with the official steel cutting for the new Fisher Island ferry, Falcon, at its Allanton shipyard. Attending the event

An artist’s rendering of the new plug-in hybrid electric vessel being designed by New-Zealand-based EV Maritime for the Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry (AITF) fleet. (Credit: EV Maritime)

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

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

The global ferry industry is rapidly transforming due to advancements in remote and autonomous technology, especially in Norway.

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,

Shipbuilding in the United States has significantly declined over the past 75 years, according to Ted Williams, president of Senesco Marine.

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 Kingstown, R.I., “We are now at a level

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