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Learn more about our four vessels that help you travel on and off the island.

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📷: Duane Evans

With the Ala’suinu officially completing its first-round trip, we’d like to thank our employees, business partners, customers and communities for helping make these crossings a success. We’re proud to warmly welcome passengers onboard the Ala’suinu to experience what this vessel has to offer.

Photo courtesy of Port of Argentia

Argentia Service to Commence this Evening:

Argentia Service to Commence this Evening | Marine Atlantic Argentia Service to Commence this Evening July 10, 2024 St. John’s, NL – Following several successful days of port trials and integration activities, Marine Atlantic is pleased to advise that the Argentia service will begin this evening, with the first official crossing of the Ala’suinu to dep...

The Ala’suinu’s port trials continue to progress positively and we are preparing for the Argentia service to start on Wednesday. As per normal process, customers will be contacted directly should any additional schedule adjustments be required.

We’re optimistic with the progress that has been made over the past several days to the Ala’suinu. Port trials have now commenced and we continue to work towards the July 10 start of the Argentia service. Additional updates will be provided as required. We would like to thank our employees for their ongoing hard work, and thank impacted passengers, businesses and communities for their support and understanding during this challenging time.

On July 1, 1916, the Royal Newfoundland Regiment participated in the Battle of Beaumont Hamel. Of the 801 members of the regiment who fought in the battle, only 68 answered the next roll call.

Our flagship vessel, the MV Blue Puttees, is proudly named after the Royal Newfoundland Regiment members who were nicknamed the “Blue Puttees.” Today, we remember the courage and sacrifice of the Blue Puttees.

Lest we forget.

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦

On June 30, 1898, the SS Bruce made the first ever crossing between Port aux Basques and North Sydney. At the time, the crossing connected two countries rather than two provinces.

Ferry service between the two provinces has provided an essential service that Marine Atlantic is proud to uphold on a daily basis.

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Additional Delays for Ala’suinu’s Entry into Service:

Additional Delays for Ala’suinu’s Entry into Service | Marine Atlantic Additional Delays for Ala’suinu’s Entry into Service June 28, 2024 St. John’s, NL – International experts continue to work around the clock to clean debris from the fuel and lubrication system of Marine Atlantic’s new vessel, the Ala’suinu, but the problem has not yet been resolved. As a...

Today, we’re celebrating International Day of the Seafarer! We’re proud to employ dedicated seafarers across our organization who work hard every day to support our essential service.

Ala’suinu Preparing for Port Trials - Argentia Service to Begin July 3:

Ala’suinu Preparing for Port Trials - Argentia Service to Begin July 3 | Marine Atlantic Ala’suinu Preparing for Port Trials - Argentia Service to Begin July 3 June 21, 2024 St. John’s, NL – Earlier this month, Marine Atlantic announced that a problem with the Ala’suinu’s lubrication system would result in a delay to the start of the Argentia service. Unfortunately, work to c...

Happy World Oceans Day! At Marine Atlantic, we’re dedicated to maintaining and improving the environments in which we operate by reducing our impact on the ocean and the many species that call it home.

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Argentia Service Delayed to June 26:

Argentia Service Delayed to June 26 | Marine Atlantic Argentia Service Delayed to June 26 June 6, 2024 St. John’s, NL – Last week, Marine Atlantic announced that during its integration activities, a problem was identified with the Ala’suinu’s lubrication system. Following further investigation, a way forward has been identified and activities a...

Marine Atlantic Investigating Mechanical Issue with Ala’suinu:

Marine Atlantic Investigating Mechanical Issue with Ala’suinu | Marine Atlantic Marine Atlantic Investigating Mechanical Issue with Ala’suinu May 31, 2024 St. John’s, NL – Since the Ala’suinu’s arrival in Canada, Marine Atlantic has been focused on the many activities required to prepare the vessel to enter service. This includes regulatory certifications and the revi...

Happy National AccessAbility Week! At Marine Atlantic, we work hard to support our passengers who have visible or invisible disabilities and to provide them with a safe and accessible service.

Excited to go aboard the Ala’suinu? We’re looking forward to welcoming you onboard! Our integration activities are continuing so our passengers can enjoy a safe and memorable crossing when it enters service in a few weeks time.

📷: Graham Curnew

Happy International Day for Women in Maritime! Globally, women are underrepresented in the seafarer workforce. At Marine Atlantic, women represent about 36% of our seafarer work force. We’re proud to support women who are making a difference working in male dominated industries and who are paving the way to improve the gender balance in the industry.

Lessening our environmental impact, one crossing at a time. The Ala’suinu has dual-fuel technology, and runs using both regular engines and batteries to reduce the amount of fuel burned.

This Safety and Health Week, we’re celebrating the incredible work our employees do on a daily basis to ensure that everyone on Marine Atlantic vessels and property can travel or work in a safe and secure environment.

The Ala’suinu is a vessel of many firsts. It’s our first vessel to feature dual-engine technology, our first to offer passenger pods and is the first of our vessels to hold an Indigenous name.

Learn more about the importance of the name of our newest vessel today: https://www.marineatlantic.ca/journey/alasuinu-celebrating-centuries-travellers

📷: Duane Evans

On this day of mourning, we remember those who have lost their lives in workplace incidents and recognize those who have been disabled or injured in the workplace.

With the Ala’suinu in North Sydney, our team is focused on completing all the necessary requirements to prepare the vessel to enter service this summer to ensure that our passengers enjoy a safe and accessible experience on this gorgeous new ship.

The Ala’suinu has arrived in North Sydney! We look forward to the integration of this vessel into our service and to welcoming passengers on board this summer.

Happy National Tourism Week. We’re proud to connect you with the people and places that matter the most and fuel adventures through Atlantic Canada and beyond.💚

Getting ready for an RV getaway with Marine Atlantic? Learn from those who have gone on the same adventure! Alyssa and Zach of Fulfilling Travel joined us last summer as they explored Atlantic Canada in their RV.

Read more about their travels today: https://www.marineatlantic.ca/journey/setting-sail-with-your-rv

On this World Health Day, we’re reflecting on the daily work of our teams to create and maintain a healthy and safe workplace and environment for our employees and customers.

Say hello to our newest accommodation option, the pod. Offered only on the Ala’suinu, our passenger pods provide our customers with a small private space without extra amenities where they can rest during their crossing.

Have you visited our website recently? Our website is filled with resources to support you with your travels with Marine Atlantic! Explore our website today: https://www.marineatlantic.ca/

📷: Johnson Panzer

It’s your last chance to save on spring travel! There are only a few days left to save 25% on select sailings between Nova Scotia and Newfoundland & Labrador. Book today for travel from May 1 through June 30.

Don’t delay, book now: marineatlantic.ca/spring

March is Francophonie Month! Marine Atlantic is proud to serve our customers in the official language of their choice.