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Signifi cant Boats of 2021
by WorkBoat
2021
SIGNIFICANT BOATS
PASSENGER FERRY NAMED BOAT OF THE YEAR
MICHAEL H. OLLIS
The 2021 Boat of the Year has room for 4,500 passengers.
BOAT OF THE YEAR
By Ken Hocke, Senior Editor
The 320'×70'×21'6" Staten Island ferry Michael H. Ollis was named Boat of the Year at the 41st International WorkBoat Show in New Orleans in December.
Eastern Shipbuilding Group
(ESG) delivered the first of three new Ollis-class ferries to the New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT) Staten Island Ferry Division. The shipyard was awarded the $257 million contract to build the three ferries in 2017.
“It’s an honor to be recognized at the largest commercial shipbuilding event in the world and to be selected for this prestigious award,” said Joey D’Isernia, president of Eastern Shipbuilding. “The Michael H. Ollis Staten Island Ferry is in a league of its own with the Buy America certifications, environmental protections, high energy efficiency, innovative safety measures, powerful performance, and elegant design features. We are proud to deliver this exceptional vessel that millions of passengers will get to ride.”
The Michael H. Ollis, Hull 219, departed ESG’s Port St. Joe facility in early August 2021 fully certi ed and passenger ready.
Dann Ocean Towing’s 3,000-hp ocean tug Colonel towed the ferry from Port St. Joe, Fla., to New York City. Upon arrival in New York, the ferry was staged at Caddell Dry Dock for cleaning and another round of trials and training.
The three new 320' Ollis-class double-ended ferries are from a design by Elliott Bay Design Group, Seattle.
Each 4,500-passenger ferry features four Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) 12-710 EPA Tier 4 marine propulsion engines, with two engines powering one Reintjes DUP 3000 P combining gear, and one 36 RV6 ECS/2852 Voith Schneider propeller at each end of the vessel. Total installed horsepower is 9,980. Geislinger torsional couplings are installed on the EMD flywheels and provide torsional damping and driveline misalignment from the resiliently mounted EMD engines. Each ferry has a crew of 16.
The new ferries are larger, re ect modern technology, and will operate more safely in extreme weather conditions. They feature popular design elements of past Staten Island Ferries and new customer-service amenities such as more comfortable seating and phone-charging outlets and an oval upper-deck promenade that will for the rst time serve as an outdoor “walking track” for ferry riders. They have the latest in marine technology for energy ef ciency and environmen-
The Michael H. Ollis is the fi rst of three new Staten Island ferries.
SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Eastern Shipbuilding Group Designer: Elliott Bay Design Group Owner: New York City Department of Transportation Staten Island Ferry Division Length: 320' Beam: 70' Depth: 21'6" Draft: 13' Passenger/Crew Capacity: 2,551; 4,500 (max.)/16 Propulsion: (4) Electro-Motive Diesel 12-710 (Tier 4), 9.980 hp (total) Marine Gear: (2) Reintjes DUP 3000 P Ship’s Service Power: (3) Caterpillar C-18 Propeller: (2) Voith Schneider 36 RVS ECS/285-2 Certifi cation/Classifi cation: ABS Maltese Cross A1, Ferry Service, River Service/USCG classed, Subchapter H Delivery Date: August 2021
Each ferry features four EMD Tier 4 marine propulsion engines and three Tier 3 marine continuous duty diesel generator sets.
tal friendliness. There are design features on the vessels that are part of the emergency response plan with the city. Lessons from 9/11 were built into this fleet and they can be connected to the New York fire vessels, also built by Eastern Shipbuilding Group, to support evacuations and rescue.
Ship’s service power is provided by three EPA Tier 3 marine continuous duty diesel generator sets, Caterpillar C18s driving 480-V, 60 Hz, 3-phase generators rated at 425 kW. The approximate fuel oil capacity is 30,000 gals.
The second ferry in the series, Sandy Ground, was delivered Dec. 8. The third ferry, Dorothy Day, is scheduled to be delivered in 2022.
“I am pleased to announce the newest Staten Island Ferry, the Sandy Ground, is being delivered to New York City. This vessel honors our nation’s African-American heritage and will tell the story of the landmark Sandy Ground community,” said D’Isernia. “These incredible vessels are receiving international recognition for their superior design and capabilities. We thank our partners for their dedication and exceptional quality in the production of these ferries.”
New York City has operated the Staten Island Ferry since 1905. The ferries, which run 24/7 on a 5.2-mile route between St. George Terminal on the north shore of Staten Island and Whitehall Terminal in Lower Manhattan, carry close to 23 million passengers annually.
The layout of the three new Ollis-class ferries is similar to the 3,500-passenger John F. Kennedy ferry, commissioned in 1965 and a favorite of commuters and tourists because of its outdoor promenade seating and extended foredecks.
The Kennedy and two other boats are expected to be retired once the new ferries come into service.
Staten Islanders chose to honor one of their own in naming the new ferry. Army Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis was a Staten Island native who was killed by a suicide bomber at age 24 while on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan.
SSG MICHAEL H. OLLIS
Concept & Contract Design Technical Oversight
MARINE ENGINEERING & NAVAL ARCHITECTURE FOR THE MARINE INDUSTRY
The new ferries are larger, reflect modern technology, and will operate more safely in extreme weather conditions.
AMERICAN JAZZ
The third overnight cruise vessel in ACL’s modern riverboat series.
By Dale DuPont, Correspondent
American Jazz began its inaugural season on the Lower Mississippi River in March of 2021.
American Cruise Lines (ACL) has taken delivery of the American Jazz after successful sea trials on the Chesapeake Bay.
Built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding, Salisbury, Md., which shares ownership with ACL, the 345'×60', 190-passenger overnight passenger vessel is the third in the line’s modern riverboat series and is sailing the Mississippi River. American Harmony debuted in 2019 and American Song in 2018.
“The outlook for 2021 is tremendous, and we look forward to American Jazz’s rst full season on the Mississippi, as well as the introduction of American Melody,” the next ship in the series, Charles B. Robertson, ACL president and CEO, said when the new riverboat was delivered.
American Jazz began its inaugural season on the Lower Mississippi River in March 2021. It was delivered in August 2020, but its debut was delayed because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Like her sisterships, American Jazz has the contemporary styling and modern amenities that make river cruising more attractive and comfortable than ever before.
Featured is a five-story glass atrium, private balconies in all of its spacious staterooms, and views from everywhere on the ship. American Jazz also features the same opening bow and retractable gangway seen on American Song and American Harmony.
Ranging from 250 to 650 sq. ft., the 99 staterooms aboard American Jazz were designed to be the nest on any cruise ship, ACL said. Guests enjoy ample living space, full-size bathrooms, plush seating, and the ideal place to unwind after an enriching day of discovery.
The Grand Suite measures 650 sq. ft. and offers panoramic views through oor-to-ceiling glass windows. Sliding glass doors lead out to a private balcony complete with a private dining area. Each Grand Suite features a separate bedroom and living area.
American Cruise Lines’ ongoing modern riverboat series started with SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Chesapeake Shipbuilding Designer: Chesapeake Shipbuilding Owner: American Cruise Lines Length: 328' Beam: 60'4" Draft: 9' Height: 53' Mission: Overnight passenger vessel operating on the Lower Mississippi River Passengers: 190 Hull: Steel Staterooms: 99 (250 sq. ft. to 650 sq. ft.) Decks: 6 Main Propulsion: (2) Caterpillar 3512E, Tier 4, 1,810 hp @ 1,600 rpm Z-Drive: (2) Veth VZ-1250-CR counter rotating azimuth thruster, 1,742 hp @ 1,800 rpm Marine Gear: ZF; 5.60:1 ratio Propeller: (4) 1,700 mm (front); (5) 1,530mm (aft) Tunnel Thruster: (2) Veth VZVT-400, 544 hp with 47.25"-dia. prop, 1,500 rpm with air induced noise suppression Speed (knots): 13.7 Ship’s Service Power: (3) Caterpillar C18, 565 kW; John Deere 4045HF285, 100 kW; Kohler, 16 kW Capacities (gallons): 72,800, fuel; 33,100, water Delivery Date: August 2020
the American Song in 2018, followed by American Harmony in 2019. Following American Jazz’s debut this year, the fourth passenger vessel in the series, American Melody, a 175-passenger, entered service in August 2021.
Next are the fth and sixth in the series, due to come out in 2022 — American Symphony in August 2022, and American Serenade late next year.
MAGNET
New aluminum yacht is a fi rst for Metal Shark.
Metal Shark
The three-deck aluminum catamaran is designed for extended travel.
By Ken Hocke, Senior Editor
Louisiana shipbuilder Metal Shark has introduced a 48-meter (158'×39') aluminum catamaran expedition yacht.
The Metal Shark M48, named Magnet, is the rst newbuild in the company’s Metal Shark Yachts portfolio of high-speed, long range catamaran expedition yachts. The new lineup also includes the 30-meter M30 (100'), and the 70-meter M70 (231').
Magnet is the first private yacht built by Metal Shark, which builds aluminum and steel vessels for military and commercial operators worldwide. The vessel is also notable for being built in the U.S., constructed from start to nish at Metal Shark’s Franklin, La., shipyard.
“It’s a cool boat because it’s not a fussy or frilly yacht. It’s tough and meant for extended travel,” said Josh Stickles, Metal Shark’s vice president, marketing. “It carries an insane amount of fuel so the range is ridiculous. You can cruise 11,000-plus nautical miles at 10 knots, or you can cross the Atlantic at 17 knots. If you need to go fast, say, if you need to get ahead of an approaching storm front, you can run her all the way up to 27 knots.”
An expansive upper-level sun deck, appointed with wraparound seating and lounges, al fresco dining areas, and a bar with refrigerators and an ice maker, also features a forward ybridge which offers expanded visibility from its elevated position. A large xed shade provides comfort while also accommodating an integrated 12-panel, 4.2-kW solar power generation array, and an aft lounge area for those who want the sun.
Magnet has been configured with a master cabin, a VIP cabin, and three guest cabins. However, each offering in the Metal Shark Yachts lineup may be fully customized to suit the unique requirements of the owner. With its 4,230 sq. ft. of interior living space, M48 can easily be configured to accommodate additional guests or crew.
The three-decked welded-aluminum boat features design work from Metal Shark’s engineering team, utilizing an Incat Crowther catamaran hull form optimized for maximum speed and range. The vessel weighs in with a lightship displacement of 275 metric tons and can carry up to 29,000 gals. (110,000 liters) of fuel. Powered by twin 2,600-hp (1,939 kW) MTU IMO Tier III diesel engines, Magnet boasts an 11,000-nautical-mile range at a 10-knot cruising speed. In sea trials the yacht reached a top speed of 27 knots.
“This is not by any stretch a typical yacht,” the vessel’s owner, George Wallner, said. “I wanted a serious, rugged, purpose-built vessel capable of reaching the remote, unspoiled destinations that you can’t get to with an airplane. With Magnet, I can travel quickly to faraway places, and everyone onboard can enjoy the adventure. Upon arrival, we can stay for extended periods, independently and comfortably, without reliance on a large crew.”
SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Metal Shark Designer: Metal Shark, Incat Crowther Owner: George Wallner Length: 158' Beam: 39' Displacement: 275 LT (lightship) Main Propulsion: (2) MTU, IMO Tier III, 2,600 hp Speed (knots): 10 (cruising), 17 (running), 27 (top) Range: 11,000 nm Living Space: 4,230 sq. ft. Tankage (gallons): Fuel, 29,000 Ancillary Equipment: 5,000-lb. submersible stern platform; 3,500-lb. aft deck crane; workshop; wine cellar; 4.2-kW solar power generation array Delivery Date: September 2020
CHIEF POTACKEE BETTY MAE TIGER JUMPER
Electric glass bottom 28-passenger tour boat.
By Ken Hocke, Senior Editor
New boat is working in Florida’s Silver Springs State Park.
St. Johns Ship Building, Jacksonville, Fla., delivered the 36'7"×12'×14" electric glass bottom tour boat Chief Potackee Betty Mae Tiger Jumper to Silver Springs State Park in June.
Designed by Lay, Pitman & Associates Inc., Neptune Beach, Fla., the new aluminum boat can carry up to 28 passengers and two crewmembers and has a 12" draft.
According to the Florida state parks e-newsletter, Real Florida, the Florida State Parks Foundation commissioned Lay, Pitman to design the boat, which includes a at deck and ample aisles providing easy and convenient access for wheelchairs. The vessel is also equipped with an induction-loop system that assists passengers using hearing aids in listening to the captain’s narration.
In addition to the Florida State Parks Foundation, a consortium of public and private partners helped fund the vessel, including the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida, the Felburn Foundation, the Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Fund, the Florida Park Service, Friends of Silver Springs Park and Cape Leisure.
Chief Potackee Betty Mae Tiger Jumper is powered by twin 20hp Elco electric outboards with four Lithionics 7.5-kW lithium-ion batteries. The outboards are xed with 8"-dia. 3-bladed props with a 9.25" pitch. The propulsion package gives the vessel a running speed of 10 knots. Controls are by Elco, steering system from SeaStar.
Ship’s service power comes from two Lithionics lithium-ion 7.5-kW batteries.
Glass bottom boats have wowed visitors at Silver Springs since the 1870s. In the past, the boats have not accommodated handicapped visitors.
Now, a wheelchair-accessible boat is available to allow all visitors to experience breathtaking views of the underwater life, ancient Native American and Spanish artifacts, and underwater props from when the park was used for Hollywood productions.
All the glass bottom boats at the park are named after Seminole tribal chiefs. In this case, Chief Potackee Betty Mae Tiger Jumper is named after the only female chief of the tribe.
The glass bottom boats showcase the springs and the underwater life that naturally inhabits Silver Springs. The river tours allow guests to see below the surface of the water and enjoy the river’s wildlife, vegetation, and historical and cultural artifacts.
SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: St. Johns Ship Building Designer: Lay, Pitman & Associates Owner: Silver Springs State Park Hull & Superstructure: Aluminum Mission: Carry passengers on tours of Silver Springs State Park Length: 36'7" Beam: 12' Depth: 14" Draft: 12" Main Propulsion: (2) Elco outboard, 20 hp; (4) Lithionics lithium-ion battery, 7.5 kW Ship’s Service Power: (2) Lithionics lithium-ion battery, 7.5 kW Propeller: (4) 8"x9.25" 3-bladed Ancillary Equipment: Glass bottom Delivery Date: June 2021
JACK K AND WILLIAM O
Modified lugger tugs have 45’ vertical clearances.
By Ken Hocke, Senior Editor
Ship’s service power comes from two Cummins QSB7-DM gensets, sparking 65 kW of electricity.
Weeks Marine Inc., Cranford, N.J., has taken delivery of two new 62'6"×25' modified lugger tugs from Rodriguez Shipbuilding, Coden, Ala.
The first tug — the Jack K — was delivered in late March of this year. The second is a sister tug to the Jack K — the William O, which was expected to be delivered in the summer of 2021. Rodriquez is also building Weeks a third tug, the 78' triplescrew James K, that had a scheduled delivery date of late October 2021.
“Weeks decided to invest in what we have termed a modified lugger tug. The intension was to develop a small versatile vessel that could support dredging operations, transport a significant amount of fuel/water, and perform towing operations to mobilize jobsites,” said Weeks’ senior port engineer and project manager Shaun O'Brien. "With regard to some of the robust characteristics, we have a ½" hull, ½" side shell, and 3/8" deck.”
Main propulsion for the 95-grosston Jack K and William O comes from twin Cummins QSK 19-MRCS diesel engines, producing 750 hp each. The mains connect to 66"×54" Kahlenberg 4-bladed propellers through Twin Disc MGX-5222 DC marine gears with 6.0:1 ratios.
The tugs, which have a 45' vertical clearance and an 8' maximum draft, feature Nabrico DF-156-40-15BE facing winches with 84'×1" wire and a 40-ton holding capacity, and a single drum winch from Coastal Equipment with 900'×1" wire and a 500'×1" whip. The winch has 50,000lbs. pulling capacity and 150,000-lbs. brake hold. There’s also a Cummins QSB7-DM powered tow motor.
Ship’s service power comes from two Cummins QSB7-DM gensets, sparking 65 kW of electricity.
The Jack K and the William O are heavily fendered to protect the hull when moving anchors and making pipe connections. “Our stainless four blade Kahlenberg wheels are pitched more towards torque rather than speed. All deck connections and fills are stainless as are the handrails and stern cap rail,” said O’Brien. “All of the interior water piping is welded/ flanged stainless. We installed a direct to bulwark tire system that eliminates the need for tire hanging chains. This ends up with a much quieter ride for the crew and prevents a significant amount of chain and tire wear. We have designed a backup battery system powered by lithiumion batteries which maintains the electronics, interior communication,
SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Rodriguez Shipbuilding Designer: Rodriguez Shipbuilding, Weeks Marine, MINO Owner: Weeks Marine Mission: Multiple missions on the inland and coastal waterways Length: 62'6" Beam: 25' Draft: 8' Vertical Clearance: 45' Main Propulsion: (2) Cummins QSK 19-MRCS, 750 hp Marine Gear: Twin Disc MGX-5222 DC, 6.01 ratio Propellers: Kahlenberg, 4-bladed Ship’s Service Power: (2) Cummins QSB7-DM gensets, 65 kW Deck Equipment: (2) Nabrico DF-156-40-15BE, 1"x84' wire, 40-ton holding capacity; Coastal Equipment, single drum, 1"x900' wire, 1"x500' whip, 50,000-lb. pulling capacity, 150,000-lb. brake hold Tankage (gallons): Fuel, 12,000; water, 6,000; lube oil, 350 Delivery Date: March 2021
and lighting.”
Tankage for the tugs include 16,000 gals. of fuel; 12,000 gals. of water; and 350 gals. each of lube oil and hydraulic oil. Winch capacities include 12,000 gals. fuel; 6,000 gals. water; and 350 gals. lube oil.
With over 100 years of experience in the maritime construction industry, Weeks Marine was founded in 1919 as the Weeks Stevedoring Co.
The company started with two oating cranes in the Port of New York, handling bunker coal and dry ballast. By World War II, the company had expanded. Due in part to the workload of the war effort, modernization of the eet began as the cranes’ original wooden hulls were replaced with steel.
Beginning in the 1950s, the Weeks expanded their company into marine projects outside stevedoring, performing salvage, dredging, and construction work and installing navigational
Weeks Marine
The boats are heavily fendered to protect the hull when moving anchors and making pipe connections.
aids for the Coast Guard.
The company also became the prime contractor assigned to remove abandoned piers and vessels for the Army Corps of Engineers — work that continues today.
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DF-156 HYDRAELECTRIC WINCH
• Self-contained hydraulic/electric Self-contained hydraulic/electric power unit with Stainless Steel tank. power unit with Stainless Steel tank. • • Winch operation can also be Winch operation can also be achieved by customer-supplied achieved by customer-supplied hydraulic power or remote-mounted hydraulic power or remote-mounted power supply. power supply. • • Fail safe brake. Fail safe brake. • • Mechanical dog for emergency Mechanical dog for emergency manual operation. • Hot-dipped galvanized standard.
Q-LNG 4000
The fi rst off shore liquifi ed natural gas bunkering articulated tug-barge
Q-LNG Transport
Compared to heavy fuel oil, LNG reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 21% for 2-stroke engines and up to 15% for 4-stroke medium speed engines.
By Ken Hocke, Senior Editor
SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: VT Halter Marine Designer: Shane Guidry, Q-LNG Transport, Harvey Gulf International Marine Owner: Q-LNG Transport Mission: Provide ship-to-ship transfers of liquid natural gas to customers in the Gulf of Mexico. Length: 324' (barge) Length: 128' (tug) Beam: 64' (barge) Beam: 42' (tug) Depth: 32'6" (barge) Depth: 21' (tug) Main Propulsion: (2) GE 6L250 MDC, Tier 4 Z-Drive: (2) Wärtsilä Delivery Date: January 2021
In January 2021, Q-LNG Transport and Shell Trading (US) Co. announced that the rst offshore liqui ed natural gas (LNG) bunkering articulated tug-barge (ATB) in the U.S., the Q-LNG 4000, was ready for operations.
Designed to provide ship-to-ship transfers of LNG to vessels utilizing LNG as a fuel source and ship-to-shore transfers to small scale marine distribution infrastructure in the Gulf of Mexico and overseas, the ATB is an integral part of the LNG infrastructure along the southeast U.S. coast, the companies said. Q-LNG of cials said the development of marine LNG infrastructure is an important step in the safe, reliable transportation and delivery of LNG in North America.
The ATB is made up of the 4,000-cu. meter, 324'×64'×32'6" LNG barge QLNG 4000 and the 128'×42'×21', 5,100hp tug, Q-Ocean Service.
The Q-Ocean Service is powered by twin GE 6L250 MDC, Tier 4 main engines and connected to Wärtsilä Z-drives. Both the barge and tug were built at Pascagoula, Miss.based VT Halter Marine.
Wärtsilä delivered a large amount of equipment for the project. Wärtsilä’s deliverables for the barge included all of the cargo handling, cargo control, and cargo containment system as well as the PMS and automation onboard. For the tug Wärtsilä delivered all of the bridge navigation, communications, and dynamic positioning equipment as well as thruster, PMS and automation.
“Shell has an ambition to be a netzero emissions energy business by 2050 or sooner, in step with society, and we are working hard to deliver the kind of solutions our customers need now to help them decarbonize,” Karrie Trauth, general manager for Shell shipping and maritime, Americas, said in a statement announcing the delivery. “LNG is an important part of the solution today, and I’m proud that this vessel will effectively double the number of LNG bunker vessels in the U.S. and making it possible for us to continue to help others accelerate their own transition.”
The barge complements Shell’s existing global network of six LNG bunker vessels to meet the growing global demand for cleaner maritime fuels.
Compared to heavy fuel oil, LNG reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 21% for 2-stroke engines and up to 15% for 4-stroke medium speed engines as well as signi cantly reducing pollution from nitrogen oxides and particulate matter compared to conventional marine fuels. This fuel type also meets IMO 2020 sulfur regulations.
“I’m pleased to have taken delivery and to begin our long-term service contract with Shell Trading,” Shane Guidry, CEO of Q-LNG said. “All of my companies, including Q-LNG, are focused on, and will continue to do our part to design, build and operate vessels that will assist with the quest to decarbonize. We look forward to delivering extremely safe and reliable service, as we have done for Shell all of my career. I absolutely want to thank all of those with Shell who were very helpful throughout the build process and to especially thank everyone on my team, whom all remained focused and committed, with boots on the ground 24/7 to get this vessel across the nish line.”
Guidry said that by working with current equipment suppliers, Q-LNG is able to leverage ef ciencies and ensure competitive pricing, while positively affecting vessel construction, delivery and reliability during operations.
Approvals from the Coast Guard represent a continuation of Q-LNG’s commitment to developing LNG fueling infrastructure in North America, Guidry said.
Q-LNG Transport
The Q-LNG 4000 ATB meets U.S.-fl ag, ABS-class and International Gas Carrier Code requirements
Wabtec’s L250 and V250 Medium Speed Diesel Engines
Wabtec is the only engine manufacturer supplying marine medium speed diesel engines that are certified to meet EPA Tier 4 and IMO Tier III emissions standards without requiring urea-based aftertreatment.
• Advanced Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) technology minimizes formation of NOx in-cylinder while maintaining world class fuel efficiency • Eliminates spacious provisions required for a SCR aftertreatment system and urea storage, preserving valuable
cargo and tank space
• Easier and less expensive to install • Simpler to operate and no additional operating expenses from urea use, catalyst replacements and SCR component maintenance • Impressive durability with no planned major overhauls for up to 60,000 operating hours
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GRETCHEN V. COOPER
Linehaul towboat is one of the most powerful on the Tenn-Tom.
Cooper/T. Smith
The company said the new towboat is the fi rst linehaul towing vessel in the U.S. powered by Tier 4 Caterpillar high-speed engines with selective catalytic reduction.
By Ken Hocke, Senior Editor
The Gretchen V. Cooper , a 110'×33' linehaul towboat built by Blakeley Boat Works (BBW), was delivered to Cooper Marine and Timberlands (CMT) in March 2021.
BBW and CMT, both located in the port of Mobile, Ala., are wholly owned subsidiaries of Cooper/T. Smith. The company said the new towboat, which has a maximum 8'6" working draft, is the U.S.'s rst linehaul towing vessel powered by Tier 4 Caterpillar highspeed engines with selective catalytic reduction.
Blakeley BoatWorks is a full-service shipyard that specializes in small vessel repair, barge repair, and new vessel construction. It is equipped with a 1,900ton oating drydock, 660-ton Marine Travelift boat hoist, and four covered fabrication shops.
Currently, Tier 4 diesel engine standards are the strictest Environmental Protection Agency emissions requirements for new engines found in inland marine vessels.
“Our customers expect Blakeley BoatWorks and Cooper Marine & Timberlands to drive industry innovation, and our building and operating one of the industry’s most environmentally friendly towboats marks our unwavering commitment to always exceed their expectations,” Angus R. Cooper III, president, Cooper/T. Smith, said. “Naming a boat after my wife Gretchen meant that we couldn’t just settle for building a standard towboat and therefore, the Gretchen V. Cooper will be one of the most powerful towing vessels operating on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway and will lead the way for a new industry standard for reduced emissions on towboats.”
The new towboat is powered by two Cat C3512E 3,400-hp Tier 4 diesel marine engines operating at 1,800 rpm and coupled to Twin Disc MGX-5600 gears.
The Cats are connected to Southeastern Propeller 88"×74"×9" 4-bladed stainless-steel propellers to provide thrust through twin J&S Machine SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Blakeley Boat Works Designer: Farrell and Norton Naval Architects Owner: Cooper Marine & Timberlands Mission: Pushing cargo barges along the inland waterway system Length: 110' Beam: 33' Draft: 8'6" Hull and Superstructure: Steel Main Propulsion: (2) Caterpillar C3512E, 3,400 hp @ 1,800 rpm, Tier 4 Marine Gear: (2) Twin Disc MGX5600 Propeller: (2) Southeastern Propeller 88"x74"x9" 4-bladed, stainless-steel Ship’s Service Power: (2) Cat C4.4 Tier 3 generators with R.W. Fernstrum keel coolers. Deck Winch: (2) Patterson, 40-ton Tankage (gallons): Fuel, 44,200; potable water 10,00 Delivery Date: March 2021
Works 9" ABS Grade propeller shafts with Cutlass shaft bearings, Thordon rudder bearings, and Kemel shaft seals. Gulf Coast Air and Hydraulics supplied the steering system for the two main and four flanking rudders.
Hydra Force LLC provided a pair of Quincy reciprocating air compressors, with ventilation fans provided by Donovan Marine. Schuyler Maritime LLC supplied varying sizes of rubber fendering around the perimeter of the vessel and push knees.
Thompson Caterpillar also supplied electrical power with two Cat C4.4 Tier 3 generators with RW Fernstrum keel coolers throughout.
Stone Construction provided a Mitsubishi mini-split HVAC system in all interior spaces with Blakeley
BoatWorks providing all custom woodwork and interior finishes. Bozant supplied aluminum and rubberframed windows.
On deck, Donovan Marine supplied a pair of Patterson 40-ton deck winches. Blakeley BoatWorks installed all electronics, communications, and an alarm system.
The towboat has a capacity of 44,200 gals. of fuel and 10,000 gals. potable water. The vessel is outfitted with six crew staterooms housing eight crewmen, 4-1⁄2 baths and a full galley arrangement.
Cooper Marine & Timberlands has a fleet of 20 towing vessels and over 400 hopper barges. CMT has one of the largest U.S. fleets of dry bulk gantry and floating derrick cranes. The company’s marine footprint includes the TennesseeTombigbee Waterway, Ohio River, Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, Illinois River, Arkansas River, Cumberland River, Black Warrior River, Tennessee River, Tombigbee River, Mobile River, and Mississippi River. CMT’s stevedoring operations include two deep-draft bulk cargo terminals at the port of Mobile and several inland marine terminals.
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The new towboat is powered by a pair of Caterpillar C3512E 3,400-hp Tier 4 diesel marine engines operating at 1,800 rpm.
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SPINDLETOP
The new 90’ aluminum pilot boat has two boarding platforms.
By Ken Hocke, Senior Editor
The boat ran six pilots out in its fi rst hour of operation.
Breaux’s Bay Craft, Loreauville, La., delivered the new 90'×23'×12'4" aluminum pilot boat Spindletop to the Sabine Pilots on March 6. The Sabine Pilots, Port Arthur, Texas, serve the Texas ports of Orange, Port Arthur and Beaumont.
Designed by Breaux’s Bay Craft and C. Fly Marine Services, the new Spindletop has two boarding platforms on the bow, port and starboard, and two overhead on the pilothouse, port and starboard. Rescue assist equipment includes a SeaLift custom-built rescue platform on the transom with a 24V hydraulic unit and a transom jib pole with a 120V electric winch. The rubber bumper system is a combination of D Bumpers and aircraft tires around the perimeter.
USCG-approved equipment includes lifejackets for 16, Revere Coastal Commander life raft, are kit, battle lantern, and throw rings.
“The boat ran six pilots out in its rst hour of operation,” said Roy Breaux.
The Herbert S. Hiller firefighting system includes one fixed CO2 suppression system with three bottles in the machine room. The Delta ventilation system includes four 11" blowers with temperature and speed control and Delta moisture eliminators with automatic vent dampers.
Inside the pilothouse are 15 NorSap 1600 chairs and one NorSap 1700 captain’s chair with controls, VHF speaker and microphone in headrest, steering and three VHF push to talk buttons on armrest.
Main propulsion comes from four Scania DI16-82-M diesel engines producing 800 hp at 2,100 rpm each. The mains connect to four HamiltonJet HM461 waterjets through Twin Disc MGX-5146 marine gears. The propulsion package gives the boat a running speed of 27 knots and a top speed of 30.6 knots.
Ship’s service power is the responsibility of twin Northern Lights gensets, sparking 38 kW of electricity each. SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Breaux’s Bay Craft Owner: Sabine Pilots Designer: Breaux’s Bay Craft/C. Fly Marine Services Inc. Mission: Ferry pilots to and from ships in the Gulf of Mexico. Length: 90' Beam: 23' Depth: 12'4' Draft: 4'2" Main Propulsion: (4) Scania DI16M, 800 hp @ 2,100 rpm Waterjet: (4) HamiltonJet HM461 Ship’s Service Power: (2) Northern Lights, 38 kW Marine Gear: Twin Disc MGX5146SC, 1:48:1 ratio Speed (knots): 30.6 Controls: Hamilton Electronics: (2) Furuno DRS12ANXT radar 4' scanners; (4) Furuno TZT19F 19" monitors; (2) Furuno MCU004 remote control for MFD; Seatronx sunlight readable touch screen monitor; Furuno SCX 20 Sat compass; Furuno FA 170 AIS; Furuno DFF3D sonar; Furuno weather station; FLIR Systems M400XR stabilized thermal/visible camera with JCU; (4) FLIR thermal and visible imaging cameras for temperature measurement; (3) Icom M605 VHF radios with (2) Icom command microphones; one 10" monitor with six cameras with DVR for boarding areas — aft deck, machinery space and jet room; KVH Tracvision 3 motion satellite system, Sirius XM for weather overlay; (3) 32" TVs with Direct TV; (2) Kingdel Windows 10 microcomputers. Hull Construction: Aluminum Tankage (gals.): Fuel, 4,000; fresh water, 360; lube oil, 100
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Tankage includes 4,000 gals. of fuel in two tanks — one 1,500 gal. forward tank and one 2,500 gal. aft tank; 360 gals. fresh water; and 100 gals. lube oil.
The electronics suite is made up of two Furuno DRS12A-NXT radar 4' scanners; four Furuno TZT19F 19" monitors; twin Furuno MCU004 remote control for MFD; Seatronx sunlight readable touch screen monitor; Furuno SCX 20 Sat compass; Furuno FA 170 AIS; Furuno DFF3D sonar; Furuno weather station; FLIR Systems M400XR stabilized thermal/ visible camera with JCU; four FLIR thermal and visible imaging cameras for temperature measurement; three Icom M605 VHF radios with two Icom command microphones; one 10" monitor with six cameras with DVR for boarding areas — aft deck, machinery space and jet room; KVH Tracvision 3 motion satellite system, Sirius XM for weather overlay; three 32" TVs with Direct TV; and two Kingdel Windows 10 microcomputers.
The new pilot boat also has Humphree HA-1100 interceptors with active ride plus stability.
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SEA CHANGE
By Bruce Buls, Correspondent
When the Sea Change, a 70'×25' aluminum catamaran with seating for 78 was rst conceived, the developers called it the Water-Go-Round. The name re ected both the vessel's mission as a waterborne ferry and its power system, which would be water-sourced hydrogen powering fuel cells that generate electricity to turn motors and charge batteries.
That name dates back to 2018, when the newly formed company Golden Gate Zero Emissions Marine received a $3 million grant from the California Air Resources Board to design and construct a passenger ferry powered by hydrogen fuel cells.
The company was founded by Dr. Joe Pratt, who had been working as a research engineer at the U.S. Department of Energy-funded Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, Calif., near San Francisco Bay. At Sandia, Pratt and colleague Dr. Lennie Klebanoff took what they considered a “crazy idea” and put together a study of potential marine uses of hydrogen fuel cells. The study focused in part on a concept vessel called the SF Breeze, which was envisioned as a 350-passenger catamaran ferry powered by hydrogen.
It was an impractical idea, said Pratt, because no one had seriously looked into the possibility of running a boat that big using only hydrogen.
Pratt’s work at Sandia also led to consider the commercial possibilities of hydrogen in the marine industry, which is why he took leave from Sandia and started Golden Gate Zero Emissions Marine. In 2018, Pratt and the company commissioned a smaller catamaran design from Incat Crowther.
SWITCH Maritime joined the project in 2019. Pace Ralli, SWITCH co-founder and CEO, had initially met Pratt at a conference in Brooklyn and was actively looking for partners to design and build zero-emissions commercial vessels. Ralli founded SWITCH because he sees tremendous potential in the marine marketplace, especially in ferries.
“There needs to be, in general, a pretty signi cant eet renewal in the U.S.,” he told WorkBoat. “Our objective is to make sure that that renewal is not dependent on more diesel-powered ferries that will last for another 30 years with diesel emissions. We want to help existing ferry operators adopt zero-
All seats are attached to removable tracks, so the interior can be cleared for other uses
SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Bay Ship & Yacht; All American Marine Designer: Incat Crowther (structural); Hornblower Group (systems); Zero Emission Industries (hydrogen power) Owner: SWITCH Maritime Mission: Passenger service Passenger/Crew Capacity: 78/2-3 Length: 72'7" Beam: 24'6" Draft: 4.5' Hull & Superstructure: Aluminum Propulsion: (2) BAE Systems, 300-kW electric traction motor, rated 240 kW continuous Fuel Cell: (3) 120 kW, Cummins HyPM R120 HD Batteries: (2) Xalt, 50-kWh lithium-ion pack XMP71 Propeller: (2) 27", fi xed pitch, 5-bladed Speed: 21 knots (estimated) Capacities: Fuel (hydrogen), 264 kg (in 10 Hexagon Magnum high- pressure tanks), (8) 26"x225", (2) 26"x95"); fresh water, 120 gals. Ancillary Equipment/Systems: (2) BAE 30-kW 230 V 3 phase inverter; (2) BAE 30-kW 24 VDC power supply; (2) Victron 8-kW inverter/ charger; (4) FloMax cooling pump; (5) Kidde fi xed fi re suppression systems Speed: 22 knots Range: Two days Certifi cation: Subchapter T Delivery Date: December 2021 (estimated)
carbon technologies.” SWITCH also promises to help build the supply chain, whether it’s hydrogen or battery charging. “We have the ability to put together that infrastructure for the ferry operator as well.”
As an “investment platform,” SWITCH provided the matching money for the $3 million CARB grant, and a bunch more as well, until they owned the boat. Pace said that the total cost of this rst hydrogen- powered boat is around $10 million, which includes a $5 million loan from KeyBank.
As the new owners, SWITCH changed shipyards, to All American Marine, Bellingham, Wash. “All American really has a focus on these new technologies,” said Ralli.
BAE Systems provided the HybriGen backbone that integrates the electrical power with the propulsion, and Cummins Marine, which supplied the fuel cells. Another key vendor in the Sea Change construction is Hexagon, which supplied the high-pressure fuel tanks for the hydrogen. Joe Pratt and Golden Gate Zero Emissions Marine, now Zero Emission Industries have continued to be a prominent partner. XALT Energy supplied the two banks of lithium-ion batteries
The generated electricity will be used to keep the two banks of lithium-ion batteries (one 50 kWh in each hull) charged and to directly drive the two 300-kW traction motors that turn the two xed-pitch propellers.
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SWITCH Maritime joined the project in 2019. As the new owners, SWITCH changed shipyards, moving the project to All American Marine.
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Builder: Maid of the Mist (assembly); Burger Boats (modules) Designer: Propulsion Data Services Owner: Maid of the Mist Mission: Guided tours of Niagara Falls Length: 90' Beam: 32' Passengers: 600 Main Propulsion: (2) ABB highcapacity battery pack (lithium ion battery, onshore charging system), 400 kW Delivery Date: October 2020
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The new 90' catamarans are the fi rst passenger vessels of their kind in the U.S.
By Ken Hocke, Senior Editor
The Maid of the Mist announced in October 2020 that the iconic boat tour that has navigated the waters below Niagara Falls since 1846 (using one of the rst steam ferries) had launched the rst two new all-electric, zero-emission passenger vessels in the U.S.
Passengers now enjoy a smoother, quieter and greener ride when visiting Niagara Falls State Park, the nation’s oldest state park.
James V. Glynn’s and Nikola Tesla’s modules were built at Burger Boat Co., Manitowoc, Wis., and transported in May 2019 to Maid of the Mist’s drydock and maintenance facility at Niagara Falls, N.Y., for assembly.
The 90'×32' catamarans are the rst passenger vessels of their kind in the U.S.
“The launch of the James V. Glynn and Nikola Tesla, the rst passenger vessels of their kind in the United States, will markedly enhance the visitor experience, providing a smooth, quiet trip to and from the base of Niagara Falls,” said Maid of the Mist president Christopher M. Glynn. “With no engine noise, our guests will be amazed by the sounds of nature and the roar of the falls they will hear from the decks of our vessels.”
Designed by Propulsion Data Services, Marblehead, Mass., the vessels have an integrated power and propulsion package from ABB, including lithium-ion battery packs and an onshore charging system, enabling sustainable operation with maximum reliability.
The New York State Of ce of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and New York Power Authority (NYPA) collaborated with the Maid of the Mist operators and ABB to make the electri cation of the boats a reality. NYPA is providing clean, renewable hydropower for the operation of the vessels and has provided technical support on the electri cation process. NYPA is also providing ongoing monitoring of electricity usage for the boats to ensure they are being energy ef cient and cost effective. The new vessels are powered by high-capacity battery packs supplied and integrated by ABB. In addition to batteries, ABB has supplied a comprehensive integrated power and propulsion solution, including an onshore charging system, enabling sustainable operation with maximum reliability.
The new Maid of the Mist vessels build on a $70 million revitalization of Niagara Falls State Park.
The blue and green color pattern
The 90'x32' catamarans are the first passenger vessels of their type in the U.S. The boats are expected to enhance the onboard passenger experience.
on the exterior of the two vessels pays tribute to the fact that Maid of the Mist is investing in green energy to help preserve the natural wonder of Niagara Falls for generations to come. Prominent on each side of the vessels is a water droplet icon with three elements: waves of water representing Niagara Falls, a lightning bolt to symbolize electricity and the turbine to characterize hydroelectric power, with a blue line representing the water flowing from the upper deck of the vessel into the turbine.
After tallying the votes from more than 10,000 electric boat enthusiasts all over the world and an international panel of judges of e-boat experts, the second annual Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating — “The Gussies” — announced that the Maid of the Mist’s all-electric boats were a recipient of its 2021 Gustave Trouvé Award.
The Maid of the Mist was honored in the “Electric Boats Designed for Paying Passengers, In Operation” category.
The awards were created by electric boat website Plugboats.com to recognize the inventors, designers, manufacturers, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who are making advances to develop clean, quiet, zero-emission technologies and designs to reduce reliance on fossil fuels for marine propulsion.
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Thoma-Sea launches 168' Great Lakes ferry
Thoma-Sea Marine Contractors, Houma, La., recently built and launched the 168'×45' passenger, truck and automobile ferry Carmen Lee.
The ferry, designed by New Orleansbased TAI Engineers Inc., was built for a partnership between the Lorain Port Authority (LPA) and Kelleys Island Ferry Boat Line. It can hold 149 passengers and 36 trucks and automobiles. The Carmen Lee will operate on Lake Erie providing service between Marblehead, Ohio, and Kelleys Island, Ohio. It will begin service in early 2022.
The double-ended ferry is designed to operate on lakes, bays and sounds. The vessel has a steel hull and deckhouse design and is compliant with Coast Guard Subchapter T regulations. The main deck is high-strength AH 36 steel to withstand tire loadings from up to 36 cars or equipment trucks in four lanes.
Main propulsion comes from four Caterpillar C18 propulsion engines, producing 470 hp at 1,800 rpm, each driving Schottel SRP 150FP Z-drives using Twin Disc HPTO hydraulic clutches. The propulsion package allows precision maneuvering in challenging Lake Erie approaches during harsh weather and provides propulsion redundancy.
Ship’s service power comes from two Cummins Onan 40-kW marine gensets. Kelleys Island Ferry Boat Line has a similar ferry called the Shirley Irene in operation on this route.
TAI was selected to provide naval architecture and marine engineering services and also provided professional support for the competitive procurement of a shipyard to build the new ferry. TAI’s work included drawing review, construction inspection, as well as test and trial supervision of the boat during its construction. The Carmen Lee has been built to conform (but not certi ed) to American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) standards and is Coast Guard inspected.
“TAI Engineers and S&B Infrastructure are proud to utilize our marine engineering expertise to help improve transportation, mobility and accessibility for the Lorain Port Authority and Kelleys Island Ferry Boat Line,” said Danny Rios, president of S&B Infrastructure. (TAI is owned
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Connor Industries/Stanley Boats has delivered a new Stanley 32 Bullnose aluminum multimission vessel to an unnamed owner. Designed by the builder, the boat measures 32'7"x10'6" and weighs 9,200 lbs. (lightship). The 32 Bullnose is powered by three 300-hp Mercury Verado 4-bladed outboards that give the boat a running speed of 60 mph. The steering system is an integrated electrohydraulic power steering system, and the controls are Mercury DTS. The new boat features a 12' cargo deck, a crew/ passenger capacity of 12, tankage for 210 gals. of fuel, and a Raymarine electronics suite.
Master Boat Builders has begun construction of Crowley Maritime’s eWolf, the fi rst all-electric ship assist tug in the U.S., at its shipyard in Coden, Ala. The 82-foot harbor tug is expected to be completed and ready for service in mid-2023 at the Port of San Diego. The eWolf features a design that allows the vessel to operate fully electric while maintaining full performance capabilities and zero carbon emissions. The eTug will feature an integrated electrical package provided by ABB.
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corp. announced in November that it has signed a $197 million contract with Philly Shipyard Inc. to build the fi rst
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The 461'x112' vessel will service the U.S. off shore wind energy industry.
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The Sandy Ground conducting sea trials in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Eastern delivers second Ollis-class ferry to New York
Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG) has delivered the second of three new 320'×70'×21'6" Ollis-class ferries to the New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT) Staten Island Ferry Division.
The Sandy Ground left Eastern’s Port St. Joe, Fla., shipyard in December passenger ready with its USCG Certificate of Inspection and ABS-class certificate.
Dann Ocean Towing’s 3,700-hp ocean tug Sarah Dann towed the ferry to New York City. Upon arrival in New York, the ferry was staged at Caddell Dry Dock for cleaning and another round of trials and training. The ferry is scheduled to begin transporting passengers in 2022. The third ferry, Dorothy Day, is scheduled to be delivered in 2022.
“I am pleased to announce the newest Staten Island Ferry, Sandy Ground, is being delivered to New York City. This vessel honors our nation’s African-American heritage and will tell the story of the landmark Sandy Ground community,” Joey D’Isernia, president of ESG, said in a statement announcing the delivery. “These incredible vessels are receiving international recognition for their superior design and capabilities. We thank our partners for their dedication and exceptional quality in the production of these ferries.”
The three new 320' Ollis-class double-ended ferries are from a design by Elliott Bay Design Group, Seattle.
ESG is providing regulatory and detailed production engineering, vessel construction, and delivery for the three new Ollis-class ferries. The ferries have been constructed in ESG’s Allanton, Fla., yard. ESG’s newest facility in Port St. Joe handled the outfitting, testing and trials.
Each 4,500-passenger ferry features four Electro-Motive
Diesel (EMD) 12-710 EPA Tier 4 marine propulsion engines, with two engines powering one Reintjes DUP 3000 P combining gear, and one 36 RV6 ECS/285-2 Voith Schneider propeller at each end of the vessel. Total installed horsepower is 9,980. Geislinger torsional couplings are installed on the EMD flywheels and provide torsional damping and driveline misalignment from the resiliently mounted EMD engines.
The ferries will each have a crew of 16.
Ship’s service power is provided by three EPA Tier 3 marine continuous duty diesel generator sets, Caterpillar C18s driving 480-V, 60 Hz, 3-phase generators rated at 425 kW. The approximate fuel oil capacity is 30,000 gals.
Eastern secured the $257 million contract to build the three ferries through a competitive bidding process in 2017. — K. Hocke
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Maritime Partners LLC, Metairie, La., has announced its plan for the world’s fi rst methanolfueled towboat. The Hydrogen One, will have an operational range of 550 miles before refueling. It is being developed by Maritime Partners in cooperation with Elliott Bay Design Group, e1 Marine, and ABB. RIX Industries, Benecia, Calif., builds package methanol systems to produce high-quality hydrogen suitable for use in both fuel cells or as straight fuel. A 400-kW system fi ts in a 20' container. For retro-
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Methanol-fueled towboat will have a range of 550 miles.
fi ts, existing diesel tanks can be used for methanol once hydrocarbons are cleaned out. The methanol-hydrogen generation approach is a solution to local air quality demands — as in California where the maritime sector has to reduce emissions — and the global move by the IMO to raise standards.
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