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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
Digital Fare Phase 1 Starts On June 24
On June 24th “we are introducing phase one of the new digital fare media for public buses and ferries, marking a pivotal moment in our journey towards modernization and efficiency,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 17] the Minister said, “With the digital fare media, commuters... Read more of this article
Keel Laying Ceremony For New Fast Ferries
Strategic Marine hosted the keel laying ceremony in Singapore for the two new fast ferries the Government has ordered. A Government spokesperson said, “As announced during the 2024/2025 Throne Speech, the Ministry of Transport is steadfastly advancing toward enhancing public transportation services, including strategically purchasing two 40-meter... Read more of this article
Summer Ferry Schedule To Start On April 29
The Department of Marine and Ports Services announced that the Summer Ferry Schedule will start on April 29, 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “This schedule will see the resumption of daily weekday services on the Orange Ferry Route between Dockyard and St. George, catering to an increasing demand during the summer season. “For easy... Read more of this article
Funding Allocated For Two New Ferries
“Capital funding has been awarded for the purchase of two new ferries” and “digital fare media will be implemented for buses and ferries,” Premier David Burt announced in the Budget this morning [Feb 16]. The relevant extract of the 2024 Budget statement said, “The Ministry of Transport has been allocated $68.2 million... Read more of this article
Ferry Services Suspended Due To Weather
Due to the inclement weather, all ferry services will be suspended today [Feb 1] as of 5.30pm. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports Services has advised that due the inclement weather all ferry services will be suspended as of 5:30 pm today, 1 February. “The Department will resume service tomorrow morning. For... Read more of this article
Southampton Council Spreads Holiday Cheer
Members of the Southampton Parish Council extended holiday cheer to ferry passengers traveling into Hamilton from the Rockaway Ferry Stop in Southampton on Monday, December 11. A spokesperson said, “When the passengers arrived at the stop, they were offered juice, water, pastries, granola bars, and other snacks hopefully making the peaceful, scenic... Read more of this article
Blue Route To Be Suspended On Saturday
In anticipation of inclement weather and high winds on Saturday [Nov 18], the Blue Route will be suspended. A Government spokesperson said, “Based on the forecast for inclement weather and high winds tomorrow, Saturday, 18 November, the Blue Route will be suspended. The Pink Route will operate on the weekend schedule as planned.” Related... Read more of this article
Ferry Experienced Malfunction & Ran Aground
[Updated] The ferry Georgia “experienced a mechanical malfunction and ran aground near the Salt Kettle ferry dock” earlier today [Oct 25], the Government has confirmed. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports Services has confirmed an incident that occurred earlier today involving the ferry Georgia. The... Read more of this article
Orange Route Ferry Suspended Due To Weather
As a result of the current inclement weather the Orange route ferry services will be suspended today [Sept 13] as of 2.00pm departing St. George’s. A Government spokesperson said, “As a result of the current inclement weather the Orange route ferry services will be suspended today as of 2pm departing St. George’s. All other routes are currently... Read more of this article
Govt: Ferry Service Will Resume Today
The Department of Marine and Ports Services has advised that Ferry Service will resume today. A Government spokesperson said, “This morning, Sunday, 3 September, the Department of Marine and Ports Services has advised that Ferry Service will resume today on the full Sunday schedule. “Below is the schedule for the Labour Day Weekend ferry... Read more of this article
Labour Day Holiday Ferry Service Schedule
The Department of Marine and Ports Services has released the ferry schedule for the upcoming Labour Day holiday. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports Services has advised that the bow loading ramp at Hunter’s Wharf is back in service. The next scheduled service for St. George’s [Orange Route] is Labour Day,... Read more of this article
Blue Ferry Route Suspended Due To Weather
The Department of Marine & Ports Services is advising that the Blue ferry service route has been suspended due to the deteriorating weather conditions. A Government spokesperson said, “The Blue route will resume tomorrow [Thursday August 31]. However, the Green and Pink routes are operating as scheduled. “The Orange route is suspended due to... Read more of this article
