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accelerate autonomous electric vessels
June 2, 2026
As lead naval architect, Glosten is integrating propulsion and Fleetzero autonomy technologies with Thoma-Sea built vessels, engineering key platform characteristics including a low-profile hull design, quiet transit, beach approach capability, and autonomous self-withdrawal.
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Repower for Puget Sound Pilot’s P/V Puget Sound
May 29, 2026
Glosten recently joined Puget Sound Pilots in Port Angeles to support engineering efforts for this vessel modernization project.
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Functional design for new ASD tug is now complete
April 29, 2026
We’re excited to share a major milestone with Western Towboat Company (WTB): the functional design for WTB’s new ASD tug is now complete! Glosten was selected to design this 2,600-horsepower ASD tug, delivering more than 30 metric tons of bollard pull and marking WTB’s first EPA Tier 4 compliant tug.
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Maine Maritime Academy Welcomes Its New Training Vessel, State of Maine
April 14, 2026
Glosten continues to support Vessel Construction Manager TOTE Services by providing plan review, procurement support, and construction oversight for all five of the 525-foot National Security Multi Mission Vessels (NSMVs) under construction.
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Light rail over floating bridge now open
April 9, 2026
Glosten has been proud to support this milestone since 2019, when we were tapped to assess the floating bridge’s ability to safely accommodate light rail traffic, building on a much longer legacy.
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M/V kennicott is back in service after major modernization
April 1, 2026
The Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) RO‑PAX ferry M/V Kennicott is back in service after a major vessel modernization effort.
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Big upgrades are underway for the Governors 1
March 25, 2026
Big upgrades are underway for the Governors 1 ferry as it prepares to return to service for the Trust for Governor’s Island. Glosten is leading the design and engineering of the refit, focused on expanding the vessel’s capabilities and enhancing the passenger experience.
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Barge pier designed by Glosten arrives at McMurdo Station
February 27, 2026
Glosten has supported this project by providing the contract design for the barge and performing mooring analysis for extreme winter conditions. To ensure safe and controlled ocean delivery, the barge design incorporated tow pad eyes for secure towing and removable skegs to enhance directional stability throughout the transit.
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AMHS selects Glosten to design a diesel-electric hybrid ferry
February 19, 2026
We’re excited to announce that Glosten has been selected to develop the design for a new diesel electric hybrid ferry for the Alaska Marine Highway System. This low emission shuttle ferry will be designed to serve various ports in Southeast Alaska.
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The R/V Thuwal II is taking shape for KAUST
February 6, 2026
Construction is well underway and we’re thrilled to see this purpose-designed research vessel move closer to reality.