The Brief
- Washington’s ferry system will expand with two-boat service on the Bremerton-Seattle route starting June 15 and additional vessels for other routes by July.
- The Wenatchee ferry is set to return in early July, aiding the restoration of full domestic service.
- Despite budget cuts, $1.3 billion was allocated for new vessels and $40 million for crew support to address the aging fleet.
SEATTLE – Expansions to Washington’s ferry system aim to right the ship for riders dealing with years of delays and cancellations.
On Thursday, Governor Bob Ferguson announced new updates that will impact three routes. He also revealed a possible date for the return of the state’s largest vessel back to the water.
“This is a milestone for sure to get us back to those pre-pandemic levels and restore that full domestic service,” said Ferguson.…