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Pink Route Ferry Service Resumes
The Paget/Warwick Ferry [Pink Route] resumed normal service at 7:15 a.m. today [Nov 20] after a temporary suspension. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport is pleased to inform the public that the Paget/Warwick Ferry [Pink Route] has resumed normal operations as of 7:15 a.m. this morning, following the temporary suspension... Read more of this article
Pink Route Ferry Service Suspended
Service on the Pink Route ferry has been temporarily suspended effective at 3.45pm today [Nov 19] “due to mechanical issues.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport wishes to inform commuters that due to mechanical issues, the Paget/Warwick Ferry [Pink Route] has been cancelled effective 3:45pm today until further... Read more of this article
Winter Ferry Schedule To Start On Nov 4th
The Department of Marine and Ports Services will begin its winter ferry schedule on Monday [Nov 4]. A Government spokesperson said, “This seasonal schedule adjustment ensures continued efficient service across our network throughout the winter months. “The updated schedule is available for viewing at www.marineandports.bm. Passengers are... Read more of this article
St George’s Ferry Service Suspended Today
Due to the winds today [Oct 23] the St. George’s Ferry is suspended. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports Services advised that due to the increasing winds today from the east- southeasterly 20-30 knots and at times with gusts to 40-45 knots according to the Bermuda Marine forecast, the St. George’s Ferry is suspended... Read more of this article
Minister On Bus & Ferry Digital Fare System
“It has now been eleven weeks since the introduction of Digital Fare Media for public transportation across Bermuda, including both ferries and buses,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said, adding that they “have seen an average influx of 500 to 700 new users each week.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 27] the... Read more of this article
Ferry Service Cancellations On September 23
There will be some ferry route cancellations tomorrow morning [Sept 23] due to “an ongoing mechanical issue with the vessel Cecil Smith.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports Services announces the following ferry service cancellations for tomorrow, September 23, 2024, due to an ongoing mechanical issue with... Read more of this article
Robert Symons Performs Steel Pan On Ferry
[Written by Stephen Wright] Musician Robert Symons has been delighting passengers aboard one of Bermuda’s ferry with the soothing sounds of his steel pan, finding creative ways to sustain his career. A professional musician since 1976, Mr Symons has performed four days a week on the ferry, from Dockyard to Hamilton, since last month, drawing praise... Read more of this article
Ferry Schedule For The Cup Match Holiday
The Government has released the ferry schedule for the Cup Match holiday on Thursday [Aug 1] and Friday [Aug 2]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports Services issued the ferry schedule for the Cup Match holiday, Thursday, 1 August, and Friday, 2 August including service between Wadford Bridge and St George’s. Below... Read more of this article
Customer Call Centre For Shorelink App
The Shorelink App is now operational and officials are continuing to improve the app. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Transport stated, “Since the launch on Monday, we have received valuable feedback from residents who have downloaded the app. Our team has made several app feature adjustments since Monday morning. We can confirm that the issue... Read more of this article
Ministry Of Transport Launches Shorelink App
The Ministry of Transport said they are “excited to introduce the Shorelink App, the first Digital Fare Media [DFM] system for Bermuda’s public transportation.” A Government spokesperson said, “This innovative solution is available to download today, Monday, 8 July, and provides passengers access to public transport—buses... Read more of this article
ShoreLink App Launch Postponed Until July 8
The Ministry of Transport advised that the launch date of the Shorelink App has been postponed to 8 July 2024. A Ministry of Transport spokesperson stated, “Following consultation, we have determined that two additional weeks will give us sufficient time to allow for further training with the Department of Public Transportation and Marine & Ports... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: MV Bermudian Ferry Returns
Following a refitting process in the United States that lasted almost two years, the MV Bermudian has returned to Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “The newly refitted 700-passenger ferry, Bermudian, returned to Bermuda last week from the Gladding-Hearn shipyard in Somerset, Massachusetts. “In August 2022, the Department of Marine... Read more of this article
