Hornblower Infinity Joins Hybrid in Harbor

The new Hornblower Infinity was officially welcomed to New York Harbor on June 25 when Diana Taylor, chairwoman of the Hudson River Park Trust, smashed a bottle of champagne (right) over the side of the new vessel. The large charter vessel can accommodate 1,000 passengers and features a three-story glass atrium and a deck 65 feet from the water.

Like her eco-friendly sister ship Hornblower Hybrid, Hornblower Infinity features state-of-the-art green technology. Wind turbines power some of the internal systems, recycled material was used for the carpets and counter tops, and the windows are energy-efficient. 

Hornblower now bases its NY operations at Pier 40, which offers a stretch of dock space to accommodate the 210-foot vessel.