San Diego to Welcome Zero-Emission Ferries on the Coronado Route

SAN DIEGO — The future of ferry transportation in San Diego is going green. Flagship Cruises & Events has been awarded a $15.27 million grant from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to develop two fully electric, zero-emission ferries for the San Diego-Coronado route. These new vessels will mark the first all-electric ferries of their kind in California, helping to reduce air pollution, improve public health, and advance the state’s environmental initiatives. Flagship Cruises & Events, a family-owned company that has been a staple of San Diego’s maritime industry for over a century, is leading this sustainable transition. Brad Engel, President of Flagship Cruises & Events, expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating that the new ferries will provide an environmentally friendly transportation alternative, furthering the company’s commitment to sustainability. The zero-emission ferries will be equipped with advanced battery technology, eliminating greenhouse gas emissions and particulate matter associated with traditional combustion engines. The transition aligns with California’s broader goals of reducing carbon emissions in public transportation. “This investment by the State of California in fully electric zero-emission ferries is a critical step toward cleaning our environment and reducing air pollution in San Diego,” said California Assemblymember David Alvarez (AD 80). “Flagship Cruises & Events...