Webinar - Powering the future of Electric Ferries in North America

As electric ferry projects gain momentum across North America, one question is moving to the forefront: How do we build the charging infrastructure needed to power the next generation of zero-emission ferry operations?

Trevor Small, Echandia, will present "Universal Charging Float: Fleet-Scale Fast Charging for San Francisco Bay," showcasing an innovative floating charging platform designed to serve multiple ferry classes from a single standardized solution. Learn how megawatt-scale battery energy storage and 5 MCS-based DC fast charging can deliver rapid 8–12 minute charging while supporting demanding operating schedules and long-term fleet expansion.

Drew Orvieto, Siemens Energy, will explore the broader challenges and opportunities of deploying shore charging infrastructure for electric and hybrid ferries. Drawing on Siemens Energy's experience with more than 50 electrified vessels and over 20 rapid charging terminals worldwide, Drew will discuss charging strategies, grid integration, terminal electrification, utility coordination, interoperability, and the lessons learned from pioneering projects in Norway and the large-scale electrification of Washington State Ferries.

Whether you're a ferry operator, port authority, utility, shipowner, technology supplier, consultant, or policymaker, this webinar offers a unique opportunity to gain practical knowledge from two organizations at the forefront of maritime electrification.