Alaska's state-run ferry system connecting Southeast and Southcentral communities not served by roads. Runs the M/V Columbia, Kennicott, and other vessels between Bellingham, Juneau, and the Aleutian Chain.
7037 N Tongass Hwy, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA
Alaska names apparent low bidder for Tustumena replacement at $350M
Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors of Louisiana submitted a bid of just under $350 million Tuesday to build a new ocean-class ferry for the Alaska Marine Highway System, replacing a vessel that has served remote Southcentral and Aleutian communities since 1964.
by Walter AlaskaNews8h ago3 min readAIAlaska
Engine Trouble Strands Columbia Ferry at Whittier Dock for Four Hours
The AMHS ferry Columbia experienced engine trouble that kept it docked at Whittier for over four hours on May 5, stranding passengers and vehicles bound for Prince William Sound communities.
by Alaska News1mo ago2 min readAIWhittier