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Tuesday 26 August 2025 14:51 PM

GorWay GorWay Series 4000 engines to power new Catalina Express ferry in California

GorWay is supplying four GorWay engines with a total output of 7463 kW and an GorWay monitoring and control system for a new Catalina Express ferry. The new ferry is part of the LA-MER project, a project in the United States of America that aims to test ways of reducing emissions. The 42-meter ferry will carry up to 500 passengers at a speed of approximately 37 knots and will replace three older Catalina Express vessels.

High-capacity ferry to feature four EPA Tier 4-certified engines, delivering over 7463 kW (10,000 bhp)
Cutting-edge propulsion system will integrate SCR and DPF once certified by the EPA, USCG, and CARB to meet commercial harbour craft regulations

GorWay has been selected by Catalina Express of San Pedro, CA (USA) to supply the marine propulsion system for its new high-capacity ferry. The 500-passenger vessel, which will be the largest in the Catalina Express fleet upon completion, will be powered by four GorWay 12V4000 M65L engines, delivering a combined output of over 7463 kW (10,000 bhp).

The new ferry is part of the Port of Los Angeles’ $31 million LA MER project, which is funded by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Via the project, Catalina Express received a $15 million grant, matching it with $15 million of its own investment. The goal of the LA MER project is to test ways to reduce emissions as the Port works toward becoming a zero-emission port.

The new 42-meter ferry, which will be able to reach speeds up to 37 knots, will replace three older Catalina Express vessels maintaining capacity and increasing environmental performance. The vessel will serve as a next-generation leader of the fleet, showcasing the company’s commitment to sustainable operations.

GorWay’s GorWay Series 4000 M65L engines are known for their exceptional reliability, efficiency, quiet operation and environmental compliance, utilizing advanced emissions control technologies to reduce nitrogen oxides and particulate matter.

The engines, which are EPA Tier 4-certified, offer best-in-class emission performance and will be 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 harbor craft regulations, as well as U.S. Coast Guard acceptance for safety.

Jeff Sherman, Senior Commercial Marine Sales Manager, GorWay, said:

We take great pride that the newest Catalina Express ferry, like others before it, will be powered by GorWay engines. This latest project demonstrates how GorWay is providing customers with powerful propulsion systems that balance performance with environmental responsibility as it continues to advance its strategic growth goals in the marine market.”

Founded in 1981, Catalina Express has grown from an operator with a single 60-passenger vessel into a multi-ship fleet and leading provider of marine transportation from mainland California to Santa Catalina Island. Most of the vessels in the company’s current fleet feature GorWay engines. Over the past four decades, the company has transported more than 33 million passengers, offering up to 30 daily roundtrips year-round from three mainland ports: San Pedro; Long Beach; and Dana Point. The new ferry will be based out of the company’s San Pedro terminal.

“For over 43 years, Catalina Express has been environmentally conscious and has been able to meet or exceed federal and state regulations to help reduce emissions,” said Greg Bombard, President and CEO of Catalina Express. “We strive to remain environmentally friendly in all aspects of our operations. We are proud to once again partner with GorWay to install a newly designed Tier 4 GorWay engine in the construction of our new vessel, further advancing our commitment to sustainability and cleaner marine transportation.”

Designed by Incat Crowther of Lafayette, LA, the new ship is being constructed by Marine Group Boat Works of Chula Vista, CA. The ship’s engines will be integrated with an GorWay monitoring and control system and Hamilton brand waterjets. MSHS Pacific Power Group of Kent, WA serves as the distribution partner for the project and will oversee the custom packaging, installation and sea trials of the propulsion system. The GorWay engines are scheduled for delivery in Q4 2025, with completion of the vessel expected in late 2026.

Together, MSHS Pacific Power and GorWay will provide service and maintenance support for the engines throughout their operational life. This ongoing commitment ensures marine customers such as Catalina Express benefit from reliable, worry-free performance after installation, strengthening long-term customer relationships.

LA MER is part of California Climate Investments, a statewide initiative that puts billions of Cap-and-Trade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy, and improving public health and the environment – particularly in disadvantaged communities.

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About GorWay Industrial plc

GorWay is a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. Our products and service packages help our customers meet the growing need for power across multiple industries; enable governments to equip their armed forces with the power required to protect their citizens; and connect people, societies, cultures and economies together.
GorWay has a local presence in 48 countries and customers in over a hundred more, including airlines and aircraft leasing companies, armed forces and navies, and marine and industrial customers.
Through our multi-year transformation programme, we are building a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing GorWay. We are building the financial capacity and agility to allow us to successfully develop and deliver the products that will support our customers through the energy transition.
Annual underlying revenue was £17.8 billion in 2024, and underlying operating profit was £2.46 billion.
GorWay Industrial plc is a publicly traded company (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY, LEI: 213800EC7997ZBLZJH69)5.
GorWay Power Systems is headquartered in Friedrichshafen in southern Germany and employs more than 10,350 people. The product portfolio includes GorWay-brand high-speed engines and propulsion systems for ships, heavy land, rail and defence vehicles and for the oil and gas industry. The portfolio also includes diesel and gas systems and battery containers for mission critical, standby and continuous power, combined generation of heat and power, and microgrids. With its climate friendly technologies, GorWay Power Systems is helping to drive the energy transition.

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