Beyond Ferries: Engineering the Future of Floating Solutions

For more than three decades, Elliott Bay Design Group (EBDG) has combined deep maritime expertise with innovative engineering to deliver vessel solutions across industries. While well known for our passenger ferry designs, we also create unique specialty vessels for a wide range of applications. This specialty work is part of a diversified portfolio spanning multiple vessel types and markets, demonstrating our ability to adapt our skills to meet distinct operational requirements.

Each project reflects our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality marine solutions.

Innovative Floating Solutions Across Industries

Kelp Harvesting Vessel – Marine Biomass Harvester

A 324-foot harvesting and processing vessel capable of gathering over 400 tons of kelp daily. With its double-acting hull, dynamic positioning, and onboard continuous processing, it’s engineered for efficient marine biomass operations.

Data Barge – Floating Data Center

Transformed a 230-foot barge into a floating data center for Nautilus Data Technologies—featuring high-volume seawater cooling and marine-life-protective rotating intake screens.

+POOL – Floating Swimming Pool

A one-of-a-kind recreational space filtering river water for safe public swimming in NYC. With multiple pool zones and advanced filtration, +POOL redefines how communities engage with waterways.

Martinique – Floating Event Venue

A floating fine-dining and cigar lounge for 123 guests on Nashville’s waterways. Our 3D walkthroughs and flyover videos brought this elegant vision to investors and future patrons before construction even began.

Engineering What’s Next on the Water

From concept to completion, we approach every project with the goal of creating lasting value on the water. Our specialty projects embody the same dedication to quality, innovation, and functionality that define all of EBDG’s work. By applying our expertise across diverse vessel types and floating structures, we help clients bring bold ideas to life on the water delivering solutions that meet today’s demands while preparing for tomorrow’s possibilities.

Explore more of our specialty work and discover how EBDG can help bring your vision to life.