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JUNE 2026
PHOTOS: EASTERN SHIPBUILDING GROUP, INC. 
E
astern Shipbuilding Group, 
Inc. (ESG) successfully deliv-
ered the vehicle-passenger ferry 
Falcon to the Fisher Island Commu-
nity Association to provide reliable 
and modern transportation service 
between the island and Miami. The 
vessel successfully completed trials 
prior to delivery and has entered ser-
vice supporting daily operations.
Constructed at ESG’s Allanton facili-
ty, the ferry is the fifth in the associ-
ation’s fleet. The vessel was built to 
meet the specific operational needs of 
the community while incorporating 
modern systems, enhanced passenger 
accommodations, and efficient vehicle 
transportation capabilities.
The 152ʹ vessel carries up to 30 vehicles 
and 150 passengers and will provide 
24-hour service. Designed by Elliot 
Bay Design Group, the ferry features a 
flat vehicle deck and enclosed passen-
ger cabin, allowing quick loading and 
turnaround. Design took six months, 
followed by 20 months of construction. 
With a 12ʹ hull depth and 8ʹ draft, the 
ferry is propelled by two diesel engines, 
one per end. Each engine is rated at 600 
BHP and drives a controllable pitch 
propeller through a reduction gear and 
sealed stern-tube mounted shafting. 
Steering is via rudders located aft of the 
propellers driven by a hydraulic steer-
ing system. The ship’s service electric 
power loads is served by two 99 KW 
diesel-generator sets feeding through 
a conventional marine electric power 
and lighting distribution system.
MEMBER NEWS
Eastern Shipbuilding Group Delivers Ferry  
to Florida Island Community Association
The ferry delivered by ESG will provide 24-hour service between Miami and a 
local island community.
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