ABB stock takes third Washington ferry role in fleet upgrade

Published on 11/12/2026 at 10:24 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS

ABB stock is tied to a third hybrid-electric ferry for Washington State Ferries. ABB will supply the vessel's integrated power and propulsion system.

ABB expands ferry electrification role

Washington State Ferries authorized ABB to supply and integrate the third hybrid-electric vessel in its fleet modernization program.
The system is designed to support all-electric operation on short routes and in port while reducing diesel use and emissions.
The contract strengthens ABB's marine electrification reference base in the United States.

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ABB has received authorization to supply and integrate the power and propulsion system for a third hybrid-electric newbuild ferry for Washington State Ferries. The company announced the Notice to Proceed on October 29, extending its role in the fleet modernization program from two vessels to three, according to an ABB press release.

Technology supports lower-emission operations

ABB will equip the third vessel with its Onboard DC Grid and PEMS Power and Energy Management System. The combination is designed to manage power distribution and energy storage according to operating conditions, reducing reliance on diesel engines.

The integrated energy storage system has a capacity of 13.2 megawatt-hours. ABB said the installation is designed to enable all-electric, zero-emission operation on short routes and while the ferry is in port. Hybrid capability is intended to preserve operating flexibility when additional power is required.

ABB's scope across the first three vessels includes marine automation, propulsion drives and motors, transformers, low-voltage systems, uninterruptible power supplies, remote diagnostics, propulsion shafting, propellers, steering gear and rudders. Engineering and commissioning support are also included.

Long program supports marine division

Washington State Ferries plans up to 16 new hybrid-electric ferries by 2040 and ultimately envisions an emission-free fleet by 2050. The operator currently consumes approximately 19 million gallons of diesel annually, while its electrification program targets lower carbon dioxide, sulfur oxide, nitrogen oxide and particulate emissions.

For ABB, the authorization adds another long-duration marine electrification reference in the United States. The company said the single-source approach should support consistency across the three vessels and reduce project and integration risk. The announcement did not disclose a contract value or a delivery date for the third vessel.

ABB stock traded at 76.68 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 10:14 CET on Thursday, November 12, 2026.