M.V. Skeena Queen | |
Place Built | Vancouver, BC |
Year Built | 1997 |
Vehicle Capacity | 100 |
Passenger Capacity | 600 |
Length | 110 m |
Gross Tons | 2,653 |
Service Speed | 14.5 knots |
Horsepower | 3,500 |
Est. Retirement Year* | 2041/2042 |
Onboard Services* | Vending, Washrooms |
* From BC Ferries Coastal Ferry Services Contract (2003) |
Special Notes:
- The Skeena Queen operates between Swartz Bay and Fulford Harbour (Saltspring Island).
- Since being launched, the Skeena Queen has been plagued with engine problems.
- For an interesting page about the Skeena Queen including some pictures, follow this link: Ship Technology - Skeena Queen.
- The Skeena Queen was the first of what were suppost to be 3 new Century Class vessels announced by BC Ferries in the 1994 Ten Year Plan. So far, only the Skeena Queen has been built.
Year | Event |
1997 | Launched |
2002 | April-July - The Skeena Queen was taken out of service to have all four of her engines replaced. |
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This page was last updated on May 20, 2003.