Panel to spotlight Harbor Charger hybrid ferry at FERRIES 2025
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Marine Log\u2019s 38th annual FERRIES Conference<\/a>, set for November 4-5 in Jersey City, N.J., will feature a panel discussion on the recently delivered Harbor Charger<\/em>, New York State\u2019s first hybrid-electric public ferry. The session will bring together key figures involved in designing, building, powering and operating the $33 million vessel, which serves Governors Island.<\/p>\n Moderated by Andy Bennet of marine planning practice KPFF Consulting Engineers, the panel will include Anthony Pervolarakis of NY Waterway, David Turner of Elliott Bay Design Group, Juan Suarez of Conrad Shipyard, and Drew Orvieto of Siemens Energy. Panelists will share perspectives from across the project, including the operator\u2019s early experiences with the vessel, design and construction challenges, and the technology behind Siemens Energy\u2019s first U.S.-engineered BlueDrive Eco hybrid system<\/a>.<\/p>\n Discussion will also address lessons learned from the Harbor Charger<\/em>\u2019s development, from concept to delivery, and explore how hybrid systems can be applied to future ferry projects. Conference attendees will have the opportunity to tour the vessel during the event.<\/p>\n On August 12, The Trust for Governors Island unveiled the new hybrid-electric ferry<\/a> to the public. It\u2019s the first of its kind in New York State and a welcome addition to the Trust\u2019s existing ferry fleet. The arrival of the new ferry coincides with the 20-year anniversary of Governors Island opening to the public, as well as major recent progress in its development as a leading destination for climate research and education\u2014marking a significant milestone in its transformation.<\/p>\n The Harbor Charger<\/em> was named following a citywide naming competition that drew more than 800 submissions from nauticalophiles across the five boroughs. The winning name was submitted by David Kurnov of Brooklyn.<\/p>\n The $33 million craft is the first hybrid-electric public ferry in New York State, marking a historic moment for Governors Island and sustainable maritime transportation in New York State. The Harbor Charger<\/em> has the ability to travel at speeds up to 66% faster than current ferries, paving the way for passengers to reach Governors Island even quicker than before.<\/p>\n Marine Log<\/em>\u2018s FERRIES 2025 will bring together ferry operators, shipbuilders, regulators, and technology leaders from across North America and beyond. Returning this year as the event\u2019s official association sponsor is SNAME<\/a>.<\/p>\n Register now<\/a><\/strong> to connect with industry experts and explore the innovations shaping the future of ferry operations.<\/p>\n Marine Log<\/em> FERRIES 2025 sponsorship packages offer branded sessions, lead generation, custom email deployments, tabletop exhibits and more.<\/p>\n For more information, contact David Harkey at 212.620.7223 (office) or 973.563.0109 (cell) or dharkey@sbpub.com.<\/p>\n The post Panel to spotlight Harbor Charger hybrid ferry at FERRIES 2025<\/a> appeared first on Marine Log<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nHarbor Charger<\/h3>\n
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