83′ Catamaran La Espada

M/V La Espada: Versatile Passenger Catamaran for Harbor Breeze Cruises

All American Marine (AAM) proudly delivers M/V La Espada, an 83-foot hydrofoil-assisted catamaran, to Harbor Breeze Cruises for harbor tours, whale watching, dinner cruises, and Catalina Island charters. Built to USCG Subchapter K standards, this 250-passenger vessel combines fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and eco-friendly technology, offering premium maritime experiences in Los Angeles and Long Beach harbors.

Innovative Hydrofoil-Assisted Design

Designed by Teknicraft Design Ltd., La Espada features:

• Teknicraft’s signature symmetrical bow and asymmetrical tunnel hull for smooth, stable rides
• Hydrofoil-supported design for consistent fuel efficiency from 17 to 27 knots
• Twin Caterpillar C32 ACERT Tier III engines (1450 bhp @ 2100 RPM) for speeds up to 30 knots, even when fully loaded

“The fuel-efficient hull significantly reduces operating costs, making this vessel a smart investment,” said Dan Salas, Owner of Harbor Breeze Cruises. “The success of M/V Triumphant, which we built with AAM in 2013, brought us back to construct another high-performance vessel.”

Unmatched Passenger Experience

La Espada is designed for luxury, accessibility, and stunning views, featuring:

• Stadium-style foredeck seating for unobstructed sightseeing
• Comfortable interior & exterior seating with ADA accessibility
• Fully equipped snack bar in the main deck cabin
• Premium upper deck cabin with a private bar

Eco-Friendly & Energy-Efficient Features

Harbor Breeze Cruises is committed to sustainability, integrating:

• Low-voltage LED lighting throughout the vessel for reduced energy consumption
• Tinted passenger windows to mitigate heat gain and lower cooling costs
• Lightweight aluminum honeycomb wall panels & perforated ceiling tiles to minimize fuel burn
• High-performance bottom paint for enhanced speed and efficiency
• Eco-friendly Lucas Oil products to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions

Advancing Multipurpose Marine Tourism

“The AAM team did an outstanding job designing and building a highly functional, multipurpose vessel,” said Salas. “Every detail was carefully crafted to enhance the passenger experience while optimizing performance.”

Built at AAM’s Bellingham, WA facility, La Espada sets a new standard for high-speed, fuel-efficient, and eco-conscious passenger vessels, strengthening Harbor Breeze Cruises’ reputation as a leader in premium maritime tourism.