First U.S. zero-emission ferry

Alabama's historic Gee's Bend Ferry recently entered service after being converted from geared-diesel to become the first zero-emission, electric-powered passenger/car ferry in the United States. The service is owned by the Alabama Department of Transportation and operated by HMS Global Maritime (HMS Ferries). The 15-vehicle/132-passenger ferry runs on the Alabama River between Camden and Boykin, Ala. (Source: Marine Link 05/24/19) HMS Ferries has also contracted to operate Pensacola (Fla.) Bay Cruises. HMS has more than 25 years of experience in the maritime industry, and currently operates boat cruises and ferries at locations across the country including the Mobile (Ala.) Bay and Gees Bend ferries in Alabama, and St. Johns River ferry in Jacksonville, Fla.