Written by Marine Log Staff
The Becky Thatcher recently arrived in St. Louis, Mo., and is expected to begin carrying passengers along the Mississippi River once it completes its final U.S. Coast Guard certifications and staff safety training over the next few weeks.
The vessel will become the second boat in Bi-State Development’s Riverboats at the Gateway Arch fleet, joining the Tom Sawyer. It is the first new riverboat to join the St. Louis riverfront fleet since 1987.
“Riverboats have been part of St. Louis’ story for generations, and for 25 years, Bi-State Development has been proud to continue that tradition on the Mississippi River,” said Taulby Roach, president and CEO of Bi-State Development. “Welcoming the Becky Thatcher to join the Tom Sawyer allows us to honor that rich history while creating even more opportunities for guests to experience the river that helped shape our region.”…