Story
This ferry, passenger was built in 1989 by Nichols Brothers Boat Builders Inc. in Freeland, WA.
Historical Notes
Kyle Stubbs reports (July 2026): "Originally delivered for use in the state of Massachusetts, the vessel was sold in 1991 and shifted to use in the New York City-area. Later the same year it was acquired by Sea Jet Cruises and moved to Pacific waters, first operating out of Honolulu, then on a Catalina Island route from San Diego. Sea Jet Cruises declared bankruptcy in 1994, and the next year its high-speed assets Seajet I and Seajet II (ex-Metro Manhattan) were acquired by Cross Sound Ferries of New London, CT. Seacat I is still in service for that owner."
Owners & Masters
In 1989 she was owned by Bay State Cruise Co., Boston MA USA.
In 1991 she was owned by Tri-State Marine Transport Inc, New York NY USA.
In 1991-1995 she was owned by Sea Jet Cruises.
In 1995-2026 she was owned by Cross Sound Ferry Services Inc, New London CT USA.
References
- Merchant Vessels of the United States (1992)
- cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (website viewed 31/07/2026)
- wireless2.fcc.gov ↗ (website viewed 31/07/2026)
- www.nicholsboats.com ↗
