b'VESSEL:Holo NuiOPERATOR:Holoholo ChartersBUILDER:Holoholo ChartersTYPE:Sightseeing and excursion boatHoloholo Charters has designed and is building a new car-bon fiber power catamaran, Holo Nui, to join their fleet in the summer of 2026. Their team partnered with a yacht designer and a naval architect on the project to create a cus-tom-designed tour boat specifically for their location and operations. One of the few tour boat companies that designs and builds their own vessels, theyve been able to draw from 27 years of operating experience to craft a vessel that enhanc-es safety, comfort, and experience for both passengers and crew. They describe the carbon infusion build as unique in this vessel size and category. Its strong and lightweight con-struction ensures efficient performance and durability. The 75 vessel will be powered by twin Cummins QSL9 diesel engines with 450hp @ 2100 rpm. Also featured is a OPERATOR:San Francisco Bay Area ZF 325-1 A gearbox. With a top speed of 28 knots, Holo Water Emergency Transportation Authority Nui will take guests on snorkeling trips and tours of the NAVAL ARCHITECT:Teknicraft with Napali Coast and Lehua Crater in Hawaii. Aurora Marine DesignBUILDER:All American MarineTYPE:Passenger ferryThree 150-passenger battery-electric vessels are in the works for delivery to San Francisco Bay Ferry in 2027. The concept vessel was initially developed by PVA member Aurora Ma-rine Design as part of SF Bay Ferrys Rapid Electric Emis-sion Free (REEF) Ferry Program. Teknicraft Design further developed the concept and will serve as naval architect.PHOTOS THIS PAGE FROM TOP: ALL AMERICAN MARINE, HOLOHOLO CHARTERSThe integrated propulsion system will be provided by Wrt-sil. The power provided to the vessels system will come from a shore connection and be accumulated in the battery energy storage system (BESS) which is comprised of lithium titanium oxide battery modules. The battery architecture, coupled with the proposed hull, allows for two BESSs, one in each hull. Each BESS is made of a total combined energy stor-age of 437 kWh (218.5 kWh per hull). The vessels feature dual 625-kilowatt electric motors coupled to steerable propulsion pods. The vessels will offer rapid, quiet, and environmentally conscious ferry services with cruising speeds of 24 knots. The seating design incorporates an open lounge-style inte-rior with fixed seats and bar stools and defined wheelchair locations and wheelchair accessibility throughout the vessel.35 DECEMBER 2025'