The New Zealand Government has confirmed Auckland will receive its first electric ferries by 2024 since the city plans to have an entirely electric fleet of passenger ferries by 2040. Local marine technology firm EV Maritime got Danfoss Editron on board to deliver the drive. The electric ferries have been under development for nearly three years by EV Maritime, an offshoot of boatbuilder McMullen and Wing. From Danfoss comes the electronic and power management marine system comprising converters, propulsion machines, DC-link, transformers and an energy management system. Philipp Fedorov, marine sales director of Danfoss’ Editron division, expects further commercial roll ous following the launch in Auckland.

Source: Stuff April 28, 2022 16:05 UTC