In 2025, the New York Power Authority and the New York State Canal Corporation wrapped up a multi-year evaluation of an electric workboat on the Erie Canal, building on three seasons of trials using a Photon-powered 21' Silverback Marine hull to assess whether the technology can adequately support day-to-day canal operations and maintenance activities.

The Trust for Governor’s Island in New York City has contracted with Hornblower Marine, Bridgeport, Conn., to perform a refit on the Governors 1 ferry with a focus on increasing passenger capacity.