b'VESSEL:Avalon Jet Express formance. Capable of transporting up to 516 passengers OPERATOR:Catalina Express across three decks at speeds of up to 37 knots, the new FOGHORN FOCUS NAVAL ARCHITECT:Incat Crowther vessel will be powered by renewable diesel fuel (R-99) com-BUILDER:Marine Group Boat Works prised of plant-based stocks. TYPE:Passenger ferryPHOTOS THIS PAGE FROM TOP: MARINE GROUP BOAT WORKS, MAVRIK MARINE, INC. Thisnewlow-emission,renewablediesel-poweredpas-Avalon Jet Express is in the works for Catalina Express andsenger ferry will be powered by four mtu 12V4000 M65L will be the largest in its fleet upon completion. The 137engines, delivering a combined output of over 7463 kW ferry will replace three smaller Tier 2 and Tier 3 ferries,(10,000 bhp). The EPA Tier 4-certified engines will be maintainingcapacityandincreasingenvironmentalper- paired with a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system and a future diesel particulate filter (DPF) system once certified by CARB to meet the CARB commercial har-bor craft regulations, as well as U.S. Coast Guard accep-tance for safety. Naiad active motion transom mounted interceptors and T-foils fitted to each hull to actively control the pitch and roll motions of the vessel. The ferry will feature four Ham-ilton Jet HTX65, four Reintjes VLJ930/1 Ratio 1.725:1, and a 24-volt battery system. Construction is underway and the ferry is expected to be delivered in 2027. VESSEL:Emerald ClipperOPERATOR:Clipper Navigation, Ltd.BUILDER:Mavrik Marine, Inc.TYPE:Sightseeing and excursion boatComingtotheSalishSeanearSeattle,Wash.,inspring PHOTOS THIS PAGE FROM TOP: ALL AMERICAN MARINE, HOLOHOLO CHARTERS2026 is the Emerald Clipper, the latest addition to the FRS Clipper Inc. fleet. The new 103 catamaran will carry up to 150 passengers on wildlife and whale watching experiences. The vessel will feature two wind-protected viewing decks, allowing guests to be outside in all weather conditions. Those sitting indoors will be able to view wildlife through floor to ceiling windows. The ship will also include a galley serving hot meals and a dedicated naturalist station where passengers can learn about Pacific marine life.ThealuminumvesselwillbepoweredbyquadScaniatoreportedwhalesightings.Theceilingandpaneling Di16-082M 588bkW and will also include a ZF 665 gear- on the vessel are by PVA member Aryes. As of early No-box, Hamilton HTX42 waterjets, and Kohler generators.vember, the main deck was welded, and the ship had been Combining improved fuel efficiency with a cruising speedmoved to a larger shed for the wheelhouse to be attached. It of over 32 knots, the vessel will be able to quickly respondis currently expected to be delivered in April.FOGHORN 34'