Chatham Area Transit (CAT) Hybrid Passenger Ferries

Length:
65-ft
Speed:
11 knots
Engine:
Integrated Starter Generators: Cummins 6.7L Marine Diesel Engines (2) and HDS 200 ISG. 
Engine Power:
Propulsion Electric Motor: Permanent Magnet Traction Motor, BAE HybriGen® Power
Year:
2024
Waterjet:
Dual 305 MJP UltraJet
Config:
Dual
Shipyard:
Derecktor Shipyards New York

Chatham Area Transit Hybrid Passenger Ferries

Marine Jet Power Ultrajet 305

Chatham Area Transit Hybrid Passenger Ferry

In June 2024, Derecktor Shipyards New York made history by launching two hybrid passenger ferries for Chatham Area Transit in Savannah, Georgia. The introduction of The Juliette Gordon Low II and The Susie King Taylor II, as the first hybrid passenger ferries in the U.S. powered by waterjet propulsion, represented a significant milestone for the shipyard and marked an important step in the evolution of urban marine transportation.

These ferries, built to support Chatham Area Transit’s expanding network, operate between City Hall, Trade Center, and Waving Girl Landing.

Vessel information

Each ferry measures 65 feet and features an aluminum catamaran hull, each carrying up to 149 passengers per trip. Both vessels rely on dual MJP Ultrajet 305 waterjets, a BAE Systems HybriGen Power system, and two Cummins 6.7L Marine Diesel Engines with HDS 200 ISG generators to meet performance and sustainability goals. These systems charge the 308 kWh XALT lithium-ion battery packs, ensuring reduced emissions without compromising power or performance.

The serial hybrid system optimizes power distribution, improving efficiency while lowering environmental impact. Combined with the advantages of waterjets, these features enhance maneuverability, fuel efficiency, and shallow-water access.

MJP Ultrajet 305

MJP Ultrajet 305 waterjets were selected for their shallow-water capability and precise maneuverability. This was essential for frequent docking and shifting currents in Savannah’s waterways. More importantly, these waterjets integrate seamlessly with hybrid-electric propulsion, making them an ideal fit for the project.

The Ultrajet 305 features a proven pump design, with over 15,000 units in service worldwide. Built from aluminum, the body, pump, and intake withstand debris-filled waters. They also deliver 214 kg of thrust, ensuring durability and high performance even in challenging conditions.

Why the Ultrajet 305?

Frequent docking and unpredictable currents demanded a propulsion system with precise control and shallow-water adaptability. The MJP Ultrajet 305 met these challenges while also supporting hybrid-electric integration.

Erik Derecktor of Derecktor Shipyards New York highlighted the project’s importance: “Building these hybrid waterjet ferries for Chatham Area Transit allowed us to further solidify our position as a leader in this evolving field.” Marine Jet Power is proud that our waterjets played a crucial role in this sustainability-driven project and contributed to an important step in the evolution of urban marine transportation.


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Peng Xing 22 – 199 PAX Ferry 

Length:
40-meters
Speed:
31 Knots
Engine:
MTU MTU12V2000M72
Engine Power:
1080kW@2250rpm
Year:
2018
Waterjet:
Twin MJP 650 CSU
Shipyard:
Plenty Shipbuilding

Designed by CocoYachts and built by Plenty Shipbuilding. Ferry is commuting between Shenzhen and Zhuhai/ Hong Kong/ Macao.

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Shi Zi Yang 7 – 199 PAX Ferry 

Length:
40-meters
Speed:
30 knots
Engine:
MTU MTU12V2000M72
Engine Power:
1080kW@2250rpm
Year:
2016
Waterjet:
Twin MJP 650 CSU
Shipyard:
Wang Tak Engineering & Shipbuilding

Designed by Incat Crowther and built by Wang Tak Engineering & Shipbuilding. Ferry is commuting between Humen and Hong Kong Airport.

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Xun Long 8 – 300 PAX Ferry

Length:
42-meters
Speed:
31 Knots
Engine:
MTU MTU16V2000M72
Engine Power:
1440kW@2250rpm
Year:
2018
Waterjet:
Twin MJP 750 CSU
Shipyard:
Plenty Shipbuilding

Designed by CoCoYachts, the vessel is commuting between Shenzhen and Hong Kong/ Macao.

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25M Rescue Boat

Length:
25-meters
Speed:
30 knots
Engine:
MTU MTU16V2000M72
Engine Power:
1440 kW @ 2250 rpm
Year:
2018
Waterjet:
Dual MJP 500 DRB
Shipyard:
CSSC Guijiang Shipbuilding

Macao Marine & Water Bureau (DSAMA) Rescue Boat

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Chugach Express

Length:
84.5-ft
Beam:
30.7-ft
Speed:
Fully Laden Cruise of 32+
Engine:
Scania DI16 082M
Year:
2024
Waterjet:
Quad MJP 350 X-Series
Shipyard:
All American Marine

This high-speed and long-range eco-tour vessel will operate daily in Prince William Sound and will be based out of Whittier, Alaska.  Developed by Nic de Waal of Teknicraft Design in Auckland, New Zealand, the Chugach Express boasts an 84.5’ x 30.7’ semi-displacement aluminum catamaran hull, representing cutting-edge maritime engineering.

Constructed to US Coast Guard (USCG) Subchapter T classification standards, the vessel features a fuel capacity of 1200 gallons, facilitating fuel-efficient operations. Its design incorporates a dynamic aluminum hydrofoil, enhancing speed and stability at high speeds. Equipped with a propulsion package comprising of MJP 350X Waterjets, powered by quad Scania DI16 082M engines rated at 800 mhp, the Chugach Express ensures optimal performance and reliability.

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60.4M Missile Corvette

Length:
60.4m
Beam:
14m
Speed:
43 knots
Year:
Multi-year
Waterjet:
MJP Quad 850 MJP CSU
Shipyard:
Lungteh

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X18 ATC – Tank Boat

Length:
18.75m
Beam:
7.50m
Speed:
40 knots
Engine:
2 x 1700HP MTU V12 2000M86 DIESEL Engine MTU V12 2000M86
Engine Power:
1700HP
Year:
2021
Waterjet:
MJP 550 CSU MJP CSU
Config:
Dual
Shipyard:
North Sea Boats

The X18 ATC (Armoured Troop Carrier) is an innovative, fast, stealthy, and highly manouverable catamaran design that provides a stable weapons platform for close-in and long range fire support in normally inaccessible coastal and riverine environments.

Fitted with high performance diesel engines and MJP 550 CSU waterjet propulsion, the twin hull configuration has excellent sea keeping properties and the adds advantage of shallow draft.

Giving in the ability to execute beach and river landings and insert or extract squads of up to 60 Special Forces or Marines. The X18 ATC has a crew of 5, and will also carry a high-speed Interdiction inflatable Raiding craft for boarding and SEAL insertion.

The Cockerill 3030 is a unique multi mission, light and protected remote weapon station with innovative roof system that allows unique observation. It has an anti tank and anti bunker rocket system. It’s panoramic sight integrated system is slaved to the cannon for infantry support configuration. Gun elevation goes from -10 degree up to +60 degree. The ballistic protection is up to level 4 STANAG 4569. Ammunition loading is under armored and has single/dual feeder with a minimun of 155 ready-rounds.

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Monjed 2 – MCM Firecat 25

Length:
25.58 m
Beam:
7.90 m
Speed:
28 knots
Engine:
MTU 10V 2000 M86
Year:
2022
Waterjet:
MJP 500 DRB MJP DRB
Config:
Dual
Shipyard:
MetalCraft Marine

Winner of WorkBoat’s 2022 Significant Boat of the Year Award, Monjed 2 is a 25-m firecat built by MetalCraft Marine. Featuring dual MJP 500 DRB waterjets.

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