With an investment of 1.5 billion pesos, Baja Ferries inaugurated the Cape Starthe largest ferry in Latin America, which will reduce by 20% the emissions on the road Mazatlan-La Paz and will accelerate the company's 2030 environmental goal.
The Cape Star replaces the old Mexico StarThe new vessel, carrying 400 passengers and more than 3 linear km of cargo, represents an increase of 20% in capacity compared to its predecessor.
Modernization and sustainable vision
The company has maintained a continuous pace of fleet renewal, replacing vessels on average every 18 months. The incorporation of the Cape Star not only expands its capacity, but also reinforces its commitment to state-of-the-art technology that promotes more efficient travels and less pollutants.
"Every ship, every route, every decision makes sense when it translates into progress for the regions and tangible benefits for the communities," highlighted Nino Liaño, CEO of Baja Ferries.
Ecological restoration and engagement with local communities
As part of its commitment to sustainability and environmental care, Baja Ferries drives the project "Más Vida al Mar" (More Life at Sea)which, as of 2019, seeks to restore coral reefs at Baja California Surconsidered the largest effort in the Mexican Pacific region.
To date, it has recovered one hectare of reef, which is equivalent to 3.5 tons of CO₂ captured per year, and works at several sites on the Balandra Natural Protected AreaThe aim is to complete them by 2030.
Source: Industrial Cluster
