Switzerland, Jan. 14 -- ABB will supply a complete package of power, propulsion and control technology for four new double-ended passenger and car ferries operated by British Columbia Ferry Services (BC Ferries). One of the largest ferry operators in the world, BC Ferries provides year-round vehicle and passenger service on 25 routes to 47 terminals, carrying approximately 9.7 million vehicles and 22.7 million passengers annually. Demand on the ferry system is expected to increase as the province's population is forecast to grow 44 percent by 2046.The hybrid-electric ferries, which will replace four end-of-life vessels, are part of BC Ferries' 'New Major Vessels' program, aimed at delivering safe, environmentally sustainable and reliable op...