PANAMA CITY, FL – Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG) marked a significant milestone today with the official steel cutting for the new Fisher Island Ferry, FALCON, at its Allanton Facility. Attending the event were members of the Fisher Island Community Association, Inc. (FICA) team. This state-of-the-art ferry is slated for delivery in the spring of 2026.
“The FALCON will provide a crucial transportation link, combining advanced technology and design to enhance the passenger experience while accommodating a higher volume of vehicles. ESG’s reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable vessels aligns with FICA’s commitment to offering top-tier service to its residents and visitors,” said Joey D’Isernia, CEO of Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc.
“We look forward to being a part of the process and celebrating this milestone as ESG progresses with the construction of the ferry FALCON,” said Roberto Sosa, President and CEO of Fisher Island Community Association, Inc. (FICA)
VESSEL SPECS:
Customer – Fisher Island Community Association, Inc. (FICA)
Delivery – Spring 2026
Type – Auto and Passenger Ferry
Length Overall – 152′-0″
Beam – 52′-0″
Depth – 12′-0″
Draft – 8′-0″
Horsepower (@1800 RPM) – 1200 BHP total
Automobile Capacity – 30
Passenger Capacity – 150
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A rendering of the ferry and photos from the steel cutting are located here.
About Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc.
Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. (ESG) is an American owned and operated shipbuilder with three shipyards on the Florida Gulf Coast. They build world class vessels for national defense and commercial clients, including the U.S. Coast Guard’s Heritage Class Offshore Patrol Cutters. ESG is the largest private sector employer in Northwest Florida and is a 2017 recipient of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Small Business of the Year award. With a portfolio of over 350 vessels and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) certified systems, ESG is known as one of the most diverse vessel construction companies in the country. www.easternshipbuilding.com
