To date, the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has brought a total of $716 million to support projects to revitalize the Alaska Marine Highway System.
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Ferry officials seek input for longterm planning
The Alaska Marine Highway System has too many old ships, and too few people to operate them.
After Facebook uproar, ferry managers say they’re committed to Prince Rupert route
False information circulated on social media the first weekend in October caused panic about the route ending altogether.
After a false start, Alaska prepares to solicit bids for new mainline ferry
The Alaska Department of Transportation expects to issue a new request for proposals from American shipyards next month to replace the Tustumena.
Small fire aboard the Columbia sends 11 to Wrangell hospital for evaluation
All of the patients had been treated and released from the Wrangell Medical Center by early afternoon, according to a hospital spokesperson.
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.
Buttigieg highlights ferry system during Southeast Alaska visit
Buttigieg traveled to Kotzebue, Anchorage, Haines and Skagway, learning about the state’s transportation needs and highlighting projects made possible by federal infrastructure funding.
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.