Story
This ferry, passenger was built in 2001 by Nichols Brothers Boat Builders Inc. in Freeland, WA.
Historical Notes
Kyle Stubbs (2026) writes: This was one of many vessels whose hull had to be replaced around 2004 after inappropriate aluminum was mistakenly designated for marine use during her construction. This vessel is operated for San Francisco Bay Ferry by Blue and Gold Fleet, San Francisco CA USA.
Owners & Masters
In 2001 she was owned by the City of Alameda, Alameda CA USA.
In 2011-2026 she was owned by the San Francisco Bay Area Water Emergency Transportation Authority and operated by San Francisco Bay Ferry, San Francisco CA USA.
Name Significance
Named for Luis Maria Peralta and family, grantee of the Rancho San Antonio land grant in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay-area.
Repower
By 2009 had Cummins QSK-50 engines for 1600 HP
References
- www.nicholsboats.com ↗
- cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (website viewed 05/08/2026)
- gisis.imo.org ↗ (website viewed 05/08/2026)
