Derecktor Shipyards New York has now launched the two hybrid passenger ferries that it is building for Savannah, Ga.-based Chatham Area Transit. As we previously reported, they are the first hybrid passenger
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Derecktor Shipyards New York has now launched the two hybrid passenger ferries that it is building for Savannah, Ga.-based Chatham Area Transit. As we previously reported, they are the first hybrid passenger ferries in the United States with waterjet propulsion.
The two 65-foot ferries, the Juliette Gordon Low II and the Susie King Taylor II, powered by MJP UltraJet 305 waterjets, incorporate cutting-edge hybrid technology and will operate on short, continuous routes between three local landings (City Hall Landing, Trade Center Landing, and Waving Girl Landing) that make them ideally suited for hybrid propulsion.
The serial hybrid system allows for optimized power management, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced environmental impact. This innovative combination, along with the waterjets’ inherent advantages of shallow draft, exceptional maneuverability, and enhanced fuel efficiency, provides an optimal operational solution.
Vessel Specs:
- Length overall: 65 feet
- Maximum speed: 11 knots
- Welded aluminum hull
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