B.C. Ferries Faces Fleet Crisis: E. Coli, Lead, and Breakdowns
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B.C. Ferries faces significant challenges with multiple ships out of service, potable water issues, and a close call in the Inside Passage. The aging fleet led to major delays over Easter, and the CEO seeks more backup ships. The companys proposal for a fifth new vessel was rejected due to affordability concerns. Frustrated travelers and frontline workers are affected, and the provinces ferry commissioner questions if upcoming new ships can keep up with population growth. Tests revealed contamination issues on several ships, and B.C. Ferries plans to revisit the fifth ship idea with the commissioner in September, focusing on resilient systems.
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