NY’s ‘groundbreaking’ first hybrid-electric ferry makes maiden voyage to Governors Island

NY’s ‘groundbreaking’ first hybrid-electric ferry makes maiden voyage to Governors Island

The state's first hybrid-electric public ferry set off on its inaugural voyage from lower Manhattan to Governors Island on Tuesday -- christened with a champagne bottle to hail what officials called its "groundbreaking" milestone in sustainability.

New York Launches Landmark Hybrid-Electric Ferry Service to Governors Island

The Trust for Governors Island has unveiled the Harbor Charger, New York State’s first hybrid-electric public ferry. The vessel enters service today, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of Governors Island...

The Trust for Governors Island debuts new Harbor Charger ferry

The Trust for Governors Island unveiled its new hybrid-electric ferry, the Harbor Charger, on August 12.

New York's first hybrid-electric ferry sails to Governors Island

The first hybrid-electric public ferry in New York is now taking passengers to and from Governors Island. On Tuesday, the Trust for Governors Island debuted the Harbor Charger, a $33 million vessel equipped with a hybrid propulsion system that will cut carbon dioxide emissions by roughly 600 tons annually, as 6sqft previously reported. The ferry, the first of its kind in the state, can travel up to 66 percent faster than current diesel-powered v…

New York State’s first hybrid public ferry goes into service

The Harbor Charger – the first hybrid-electric public ferry to operate in New York State – went into service on August 13. The arrival of the new boat, which will serve Governors Island’s growing community of visitors and tenants, coincides with the 20-year anniversary of the island opening to the public. “Twenty years ago, Governors Island opened to the public for the first time, creating a green, clean, sustainable space for New Yorkers to enj…

City Life Org - Governors Island Debuts New Hybrid-Electric Ferry – The Harbor Charger

Harbor Charger. Photo by Timothy Schenck The Harbor Charger is the first hybrid-electric public ferry to operate in New York State The new ferry will cruise into service beginning August 13, and will serve the Island’s growing community of visitors and tenants The new ferry’s arrival coincides with Governors Island’s 20th year open to the…