Wenatchee Becomes Largest U.S. Ferry To Go Electric After Historic Conversion

Wenatchee Becomes Largest U.S. Ferry To Go Electric After Historic Conversion

Once fully operational the Wenatchee, along with sister ferries is expected to reduce WSF’s annual diesel consumption by 4.7 million gallons.

Converted ferry Wenatchee is ready for testing, crew training

Sea trials are underway for the M/V Wenatchee. Vigor Marine Seattle announced yesterday that it has completed the hybrid-electric conversion of the 202-vehicle ferry.

Vigor completes Wenatchee hybrid-electric conversion

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Washington State's 'Wenatchee' Becomes Largest U.S. Ferry to Go Hybrid

Vigor Marine Seattle has completed a groundbreaking hybrid-electric conversion of the Washington State Ferry M/V Wenatchee, marking a significant advancement in maritime sustainability. The 202-vehicle ferry, one of the largest in...