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Washington's New Ferry Era Begins | Seattle News
Florida’s construction site is now buzzing with the start of building Washington’s first new ferry in over a decade — a sleek, hybrid-electric vessel destined for the Mukilteo-Clinton route. With three such ferries now on order, each capable of hauling 160 cars and 1,500 passengers, the state aims to modernize its aging fleet and restore reliability. The first ship rolls off in summer 2030, with the next two following by 2031 and 2032. While this marks vital progress, critics like retired captain Ken Burtness argue one ferry a year won’t cut it — calling for faster action. Meanwhile…
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