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Ferry sailings cancelled due to technical issue with bow visor
The 'Northumberland' cancelled two crossings between Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia on July 16 due to am ongoing technical issue. Affected were the 5 p.m. departure from Caribou, N.S., and the 6:30 p.m. crossing leaving Wood Islands, P.E.I. One of four metal pins that secure the ferry's bow visor did not release as the vessel arrived in Caribou around midday. Crews tried unsuccessfully to unlock the door, but had to move the ferry out of the way so that the company's other vessel, the 'Confederation', could dock and drop off its passengers. The 'Northumberland' had left Wood Island bound for Nova Scotia at 11:45 a.m. and was due to disembark the passengers in Caribou at 1 p.m. As of 4:30 p.m., the passengers were still onboard. They were being offered free food and drinks as the ship headed back to Wood Islands, where the ship had to turn around to unload its complement of cars and trucks through the operational bow visor at the other end, meaning at least some passengers would have to reverse out of the ferry. Just before 5 p.m. the ferry had docked, and unloading was underway. The 'Northumberland' was back in service on July 17, as it could operate with three of the four metal pins, along with one temporary pin.
Former Elbe ferry arrived in Pictou
On Jan 26, 2025, the 'Northumberland' (formerly the Elbe ferry 'Fanafjord') arrived in Pictou. The ferrywill serve the Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island to Caribou, Nova Scotia route. She was acquired by the Government of Canada as an interim solution to replace the former 'Holiday Island'. The vessel will now undergo final refit work to prepare for service. This vessel allows for a safe and reliable two-vessel service between Woods Islands, Prince Edward Island, and Caribou, Nova Scotia. The 'Northumberland' is expected to be ready for service for the beginning of the 2025 operating season. Report with photo: https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/01/canada-welcomes-the-arrival-of-the-mv-northumberland.html
Elbe ferry got back its former name
The 'Fanafjord' got back its original name on March 14. The ship has remained stationary in Haugesund since Dec 20, 2021. She has been put up for sale and was due to be moved to Molde on March 21.
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