“It’s pretty similar to last year’s winter schedule,” said Sam Dapcevich, spokesperson for the state Department of Transportation. “We’re dealing with the same fleet and the same crewing situation.”
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Proposal to put slot machines aboard Alaska ferries gets rough first reception
Gambling would be allowed only when ships are more than 3 miles off Alaska’s coasts, something already allowed aboard cruise ships.
Alaska ferry system awarded $132M in federal grants
To date, the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has brought a total of $716 million to support projects to revitalize the Alaska Marine Highway System.
No ferry service between Juneau, Haines and Skagway this weekend as Hubbard goes down for repairs
If repairs on the Hubbard go smoothly, there could still be a 7 a.m. trip to Haines on Sunday.
Alaska Marine Highway System plans for 3 new ferries in 4 years
Only six ferries are running this summer. There are no reserve ferries on standby for emergencies or unplanned maintenance needs.
Prince Rupert mayor reflects on what else was lost as ferry service declined
In the past, ferries between Prince Rupert and Ketchikan ran so often that high schoolers could make a quick trip over to play basketball.
Alaska state ferry Columbia tied up for repairs
All Columbia sailings through June 27 are canceled.
After long wait, M/V Hubbard begins service in Lynn Canal
The Hubbard carried its first passengers on Tuesday. It now links Juneau, Haines and Skagway.
Alaska’s new ferry director says reliability is his priority
For the last six years, Tornga served as a senior vice president with Kirby Offshore Marine in Houston, Texas.
Alaska ferry system, hamstrung by crew shortages, hired only 4 people last year
The system needs about 150 more workers, both on water and on land.