MB Dalaray Electric Ferry

27/07/2026

From R&D to the national spotlight! 🚢🇵🇭

The Philippines' first locally developed electric passenger ferry, M/B Dalaray, was featured during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA). This is a proud milestone for Filipino innovation and sustainable transportation.

Developed by the UP Electrical and Electronics Engineering Institute and through the support of DOST Philippines and DOST-PCIEERD, MB Dalaray Electric Ferry showcases how research and development can power greener and smarter mobility solutions for our communities. More than an electric ferry, it is proof that homegrown technologies are helping shape a future-ready Philippines.

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01/04/2026

"Binigyang diin ng Department of Energy ang pagkakaangkla ng e-ferry project na M/B Dalaray sa Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act o EVIDA.

Ayon kay Department of Energy - Energy Utilization and Management Bureau (DOE-EUMB) Chief Science Research Specialist Andresito Ulgado, napapanahon ang proyekto dahil na rin sa nangyayaring tensyon sa kasalukuyan sa Middle East.

Nakapaloob sa EVIDA ang pagsusulong sa mga electric vehicle at pagkakaroon ng sustinableng local EV ecosystem.

Sa ilalim ng e-ferry project, dineploy ang M/B Dalaray bilang karagdagan sa Pasig River Ferry Service fleet. Naserbisyuhan nito ang nasa 3258 na pasahero sa loob ng 63 araw na pagbibiyahe."

Binigyang diin ng Department of Energy ang pagkakaangkla ng e-ferry project na M/B Dalaray sa Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act o EVIDA.

Ayon kay Department of Energy - Energy Utilization and Management Bureau (DOE-EUMB) Chief Science Research Specialist Andresito Ulgado, napapanahon ang proyekto dahil na rin sa nangyayaring tensyon sa kasalukuyan sa Middle East.

Nakapaloob sa EVIDA ang pagsusulong sa mga electric vehicle at pagkakaroon ng sustinableng local EV ecosystem.

Sa ilalim ng e-ferry project, dineploy ang M/B Dalaray bilang karagdagan sa Pasig River Ferry Service fleet. Naserbisyuhan nito ang nasa 3258 na pasahero sa loob ng 63 araw na pagbibiyahe.

26/03/2026

Today, we celebrated the culmination of the DOST-funded project entitled "𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘁𝘆𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀", implemented by the University of the Philippines Diliman and Metropolitan Manila Development Authority.
The project held a ceremonial closing by reporting the final results of the pilot deployment of MB Dalaray Electric Passenger Ferry as part of the MMDA Pasig River Ferry Service. 🛳
We thank our partners in making this project successful and we are looking forward to more sustainable solutions for our maritime transport. ⚡

DOST Philippines
DOST PCIEERD
UP Diliman
UP Electrical and Electronics Engineering Institute
MMDA
MMDA Pasig River Ferry Service
Soname - Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers, Inc.

26/03/2026

"DOST PUSHES FILIPINO E-MOBILITY INNOVATIONS AS FUEL PRICES SURGE

Homegrown EV technologies offer practical, sustainable relief for Filipino commuters.

In response to the continuing upward trajectory of fuel prices, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through the Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD), is urging wider adoption of Filipino-made electric vehicle (EV) innovations, positioning e-mobility as an accessible and practical alternative for Filipino commuters and transport operators.

DOST Secretary Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr. emphasized the urgency of adopting sustainable transport technologies. “We made smart, long-term investments in Filipino e-mobility research. With the continuing rise of global fuel prices, these technologies offer a real, practical way for Filipinos to save on costs while contributing to cleaner communities,” he said."

Read more about this at: https://pcieerd.dost.gov.ph/st-updates/dost-pushes-filipino-e-mobility-innovations-as-fuel-prices-surge/

25/03/2026

MB Dalaray Electric Ferry had the honor of welcoming MMDA USec. GM Nicolas Torre III aboard today, March 25, 2026, for the MMDA Pasig River Ferry Service tour and inspection. ⚡️🍃

19/03/2026

Thank you so much to our AM and PM groups who joined our Hop On, Hopia! Pasig River E-Ferry Tour last March 14, 2026!

This experience was extra special as we celebrated a collaborative innovation of the country’s first locally designed and fabricated battery-electric passenger ferry, developed by UP Diliman EEEI and funded by DOST Philippines. A huge step forward for sustainable travel in the Philippines!

Of course, the tour wouldn’t be complete without our delicious hopia-making class by our community partner, Polland Hopia, salamat for keeping our groups full, happy, and hands-on! 🥮💛

See you on the next adventure along our rivers, roads, and stories. Don’t Skip Manila!

03/03/2026

📢Advisory: MB Dalaray will not operate today until Friday, March 3-6, 2026, to make way for scheduled ferry maintenance activities.

Please refer to MMDA Pasig River Ferry Service for the schedule of the rest of the fleet.

Operations will resume the following day.
Thank you for understanding.

25/02/2026

📢 Embark on a unique journey along the Pasig River with the M/B Dalaray Electric Ferry! 🚢 Discover the rich history and vibrant culture that lines this iconic waterway. 🍃

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Disclaimer: The fee covers the Don't Skip Manila tour only and the use of M/B Dalaray is solely for tourism research purposes.

Hop-on our Pasig River Heritage Tour this March 14, 2026!

Experience the first-ever electric ferry in the Philippines as you cruise along the Pasig River. Discover Manila in a new way aboard the country’s first locally designed and fabricated battery-electric passenger ferry—an innovation developed by UP Diliman EEEI and funded by DOST Philippines , marking a major step toward sustainable travel in the Philippines.

This special Pasig River Heritage Tour by Don’t Skip Manila brings you deeper into the stories of river communities, old Manila, and the heritage that shaped our capital, all from the deck of a clean and quiet electric vessel.

📍 Cruise Fee: P650/person, this includes the ferry ride, hopia making activity and a guided tour

📍 Cruise Schedules
AM Cruise – 9:00 AM
From Guadalupe Ferry Station → Escolta Ferry Station

PM Cruise – 1:00 PM
From Escolta Ferry Station → Guadalupe Ferry Station

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSed6YNGjanO-e8_9xUq6hj3hkduHh8ChUgyMGJeqrk8rW00fQ/viewform

Be part of this first-of-its-kind Manila river tour.
Reserve your slot today and don’t skip Manila.

DISCLAIMER: The ₱650 fee covers the Dont Skip Manila tour only
AND The USE OF e-ferry ride is included solely for tourism research purposes.

11/02/2026

📢Advisory: MB Dalaray will not operate today and tomorrow, February 11-12, 2026, to make way for Research and Development (R&D) activities.

Please refer to MMDA Pasig River Ferry Service for the schedule of the rest of the fleet.

Operations will resume the following day.
Thank you for understanding.

09/02/2026

We're excited to take on another schedule this February❤️🍃🛳️

Operating Days: Monday to Saturday
Departure Times:
⚡️ 1:30 PM: Guadalupe Station to Escolta
⚡️ 3:00 PM: Escolta Station to Guadalupe

Stay informed and follow us for the latest updates and important advisories on MB Dalaray's operations.