Ghostworks Marine ECTO-10 Electric Ferry Boat

The Ghostworks Marine ECTO-10 Electric Catamaran is  built on the proven M-Hull platform. Developed as the passenger-focused variant of the M90, ECTO (Efficient Commercial Transport Option) combines speed, stability, and fuel efficiency to deliver a comfortable and economical transport solution for commercial operators.

Designed with Ghostworks’ carbon composite expertise, the M-Hull minimizes wake, improves seakeeping, and reduces drag—ensuring smooth performance even in challenging coastal conditions. The result is a ferry that is as environmentally responsible as it is efficient, while maintaining a fast and reliable schedule.

Passenger experience is central to ECTO’s design. The M-Hull’s stability translates into less motion and greater comfort during transit. Operational efficiency is also a priority. ECTO’s low-wake profile makes it harbor-friendly, while its advanced materials reduce maintenance requirements compared to conventional ferries.

With its innovative hull geometry and emphasis on speed, comfort, and economy, the ECTO fast ferry demonstrates how advanced naval architecture can reshape commercial transport on the water.

Features

• Modular carbon composite hull (M-Hull platform)
  

• Low-wake, harbor-friendly operation

• Lightweight carbon composite construction 

• Flexible layouts for commuting, tourism, or regional transport
  

• battery-electric outboard propulsion, dual motor (270 kW)

Specifications (to be updated as Ghostworks publishes details)

• 126 kWh Lithium-Ion battery

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CORE Eligibility

The Ghostworks Marine ECTO-10 Electric Ferry Boat is listed as eligible equipment under California’s CORE program, designed to subsidize the adoption of zero-emission commercial harbor craft.

Base Voucher Amount: 

• $255,000 for the ECTO-10 with 126 kWh Battery
  

Additional Voucher Enhancements

• 10 % DAC (Disadvantaged/Low-Income Community) Enhancement — applicable if the vessel is deployed in a designated community.

• 15 % Small Business Enhancement — applicable when purchased or leased by a qualifying small business (annual revenue ≤ $15 million, California–based)