PROP Worldwide, formerly PROP SF, recently announced its official launch and expansion beyond the Bay Area, marking a major milestone in sustainable waterborne transit. As part of this initiative, PROP Worldwide has purchased an Artemis EF-12 Escape vessel, which can be configured for over 30 passengers, to be delivered in 2027.
This partnership is part of PROP’s official rebrand and expansion to redefine ferry services with community-centric, zero-emission solutions that alleviate urban congestion while reducing environmental impact. The Artemis EF-12 Escape, powered by Artemis Technologies’ revolutionary eFoiler® electric propulsion system, offers unmatched efficiency, comfort, and sustainability.
This first vessel acquisition by PROP Worldwide is partially funded through California’s Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project (CORE) and marks PROP’s first step to scaling operations in waterway dependent communities that are often overlooked by larger ferry routes.
Artemis Technologies’ EF-12 Escape leverages the patented eFoiler® system, which enables vessels to foil above the water, reducing drag and delivering more than twice the efficiency of traditional diesel ferries. Benefits include:
- Zero operational emissions for a cleaner environment
- Reduced wake, allowing high-speed operations close to shore
- Comfortable ride, minimizing vertical accelerations and sea sickness
- Lower operating costs, with up to 90 percent savings compared to old ferry designs
Artemis Technologies’ EF-12 vessels are now eligible to be purchased using CORE, a multi-million project helping to offset the cost of zero-emission technology with point-of-sale discounts. CORE eligibility marks a significant advancement in unlocking funding for Artemis Technologies’ electric watercrafts and incentivizing future investments for sustainable transit alternatives.
Following recent progress in Pierce Country, Wash., where regional leaders are advancing electric ferry projects ahead of the 2026 World Cup, other U.S. cities are exploring transportation innovations to prepare for large-scale events, including the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. These initiatives reflect growing momentum for sustainable transit solutions across the U.S.
PROP Worldwide plans to expand further into the Pacific Northwest, Gulf Coast, and select East Coast corridors, while exploring opportunities in Europe and Asia where ferry services are integral to urban mobility.
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