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... the MF Ampere demonstrates ... technology ... used to replace all traditional engines on ferries operating on short crossings. The project also validates the use of ESS shore charging stations where port electrical infrastructure is weak. ... The 80-meter vessel can carry 120 cars and 360 passengers.
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... innovative design offered by Siemens AS and Corvus Energy, the port electric grid infrastructure remains virtually unchanged. Rather than installing additional electrical capacity to the ports, an onshore Corvus Energy 410kWh ESS comprised of 63 AT6500 Liquid-Cooled modules was installed on both sides of the route, each providing near instantaneous transfer of power to the vessel ESS. ...
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http://corvusenergy.com/marine-project/mf-ampere-ferry/
Corvus is a Canadian company. BC Hydro is owned by the province as is BC Ferries. Seems like a great way to internalize costs using the extra Site C electricity offset. BC Ferries has explored electrification on some routes. Lots are less than 5.6km What about even Vancouver's Seabus since Vancouver has this Greenest City ambition?
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