For the first time in the province’s history, residents of northern Labrador communities are able to drive their vehicles onto the ferry and continue their travels to their destinations.
Dennis White is the Vice president with Woodward’s Oil Limited.
He says the MV Kamutik W arrived in Happy Valley-Goose Bay on Sunday evening and will begin transporting passengers, vehicles and freight to the north coast today.
The fully accessible, seven-year-old roll on, roll off vessel will travel weekly to Rigolet, Makkovik, Postville, Hopedale, Natuashish, and Nain and replaces the 48-year-old MV Astron and the 33-year-old MV Northern Ranger.
Rates have also been lowered approximately 60 per cent for passengers and approximately 40 per cent for freight.
The vessel can transport 250 passengers, up to 200 vehicles, a maximum of nine tractor-trailers, and 125 units of freight.
In addition, the vessel can dock and unload bow or stern first, has ramps more compatible with docks on the north coast, is 1A ice class certified, is capable of operating to standard in heavy sea ice conditions, and has a full service cafeteria and modern washrooms.
Reservations can be made by visiting Labrador Marine’s website at lmsi.woodwardgroup.ca or calling the reservations line 1-855-896-2262.
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