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Casco Bay Lines is one of the first passenger ferry systems in North America to implement the technology. Electric propulsion is expected to eliminate exhaust fumes, excessive engine noise and vibrations.
In February 2021, the Casco Bay Island Transit District's board of directors approved the diesel-electric hybrid compulsion system design to replace the Machigonne
These island getaways are just a ferry ride away Three islands in Casco Bay offer plenty of outdoor adventures just beyond the Portland mainland. Share Ron Pedro walks along South Beach on Long Island last week, feeling lucky his family moved from New Hampshire to their summer vacation spot two years ago. Brianna Soukup/Staff Photographer LONG ISLAND — Leave it to the sound of the waves, peaceful ocean views, lack of traffic and friendly greetings that come with island life to make a family ditch their home in New Hampshire and move to an island in Maine. Ticket to Ride
The Martha's Vineyard Times Steamship Authority considers electric ferry future Hybrid or all-electric ferries could reduce long-term costs and carbon emissions. The Steamship Authority is investigating the potential to electrify their fleet of vessels in the future. The Steamship Authority (SSA) is conducting a feasibility study to examine the existing 10-boat fleet, and what it might take to start switching over to electric ferries in the future. According to a 2018 report, the SSA consumed 1.29 million gallons of diesel on the Vineyard route alone. Implementing hybrid or all-el...
New eco-friendly ferry will soon carry passengers between mainland and Peaks Island The vessel, which will feature a hybrid diesel-battery propulsion system, will replace the aging Machigonne II, built in 1987. Courtesy Elliott Bay Design Group A new climate-friendly ferry will begin transporting Peaks Island residents and visitors between downtown Portland and the island, possibly as soon as next year. The Casco Bay Island Transit District announced Tuesday that its board of directors authorized construction of the passenger/car ferry, which will replace the aging Machigonne II, built in 19...