Statue Cruises Sign Agreement for World’s First Hybrid Ferry
Statue Cruises has signed an agreement with Derecktor Shipyards to complete the world's first hybrid ferry using hydrogen fuel by April 2011. Under the contract, $4m will be invested to retrofit an existing hull. The 1,400-horsepower New York Hornblower Hybrid will run on a comb
Statue Cruises has signed an agreement with Derecktor Shipyards to complete the world’s first hybrid ferry using hydrogen fuel by April 2011.
Under the contract, $4m will be invested to retrofit an existing hull.
The 1,400-horsepower New York Hornblower Hybrid will run on a combination of energy generated by Tier 2 diesel engines, hydrogen fuel cells, solar panels and wind turbines.
Power will come from a proton exchange membrane fuel cell that turns hydrogen into electricity, while solar panels and wind turbines will help power the vessel.
On completion, the 600-passenger vessel will feature an outdoor sundeck and two spacious interior decks.
Eco-friendly materials will be incorporated throughout the vessel as part of an EPA-funded project taking place in its San Diego port.
Statue Cruises is a subsidiary of Hornblower Cruises & Events.