Tag: Ferry Workers

Seastreak Ferry Runs Aground in NYC, 125 Passengers On Board

bridge with a ship passing underneath represents the intersection of maritime and infrastructure

A ferry with 125 people on board ran aground Saturday afternoon in New York City. First responders, including law enforcement officers and the U.S. Coast Guard, rushed to the scene shortly after 4 p.m. According to FDNY Deputy Assistant Chief Michael Gala, the vessel carried 118 passengers but thankfully, none were injured. One crew member…

Written by Doug Williams on June 8, 2021

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New York City to Take Delivery of First Ollis-Class Staten Island Ferry

First Ollis-Class Staten Island Ferry approaching dock in New York City

M/V STAFF SGT. MICHAEL OLLIS is the first-in-class of three new ferry vessels being built for the Staten Island Ferry system in New York City.  After a series of delays, the vessel is going through its final checks before making her way up the east coast and entering service. The vessel is being built by…

Written by Alexander Tinder on November 9, 2020

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