(Kodiak) – Saturday, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and Transportation Commissioner Ryan Anderson announced their plan to re-energize the Alaska Marine Highway System. Among the significant capital investments is a new ocean-class vessel to replace the 57-year-old Tustumena ferry. “The Tusty has been plying rough seas for nearly 60 years and is approaching the end of […]
(Anchorage) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy officially made his appointments to the Alaska Marine Highway Operating Board (AMHOB), including Cynthia Berns who represents an Alaska Native organization, and Larry Carson and Alan Austerman who represent public members. Berns is currently the Vice President of Community and External Affairs at the Old Harbor Native Corporation (OHNC). […]
Design to include AMHS berth, dockside amenities, & berths for commercial ships (ANCHORAGE) – Skagway has seen a steady uptick in commercial and recreational marine vessel traffic and is taking the first steps to upgrade its dock facilities. The Borough of Skagway has entered into an agreement with the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities […]
Comments may be submitted through July 27, 2021 (JUNEAU, Alaska) – The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) proposed Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) operating plan for October 2021 through April 2022 is now available for public review. DOT&PF plans to release its proposed summer 2022 schedule for public comment shortly after the winter […]