🚒 Englishtown Ferry Operations

Complete guide to 24/7 ferry service operations and technical specifications

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πŸ• 24/7 Operating Schedule

The Englishtown Ferry operates continuously, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round. This on-demand service means:

βš™οΈ Technical Specifications

🚒 Vessel Details

  • Name: Torquil MacLean
  • Type: Cable Ferry
  • Built: 2007
  • Builder: A.F. Theriault & Son Ltd.

πŸ“ Capacity & Dimensions

  • Vehicle Capacity: 15 cars
  • Passenger Capacity: 97 people
  • Crossing Distance: 125 meters
  • Crossing Time: ~3 minutes

πŸ”§ Operational Details

  • Propulsion: Diesel/Hydraulic
  • Operation Mode: Cable-guided
  • Service Type: On-demand
  • Route: Nova Scotia Route 312

πŸš— Loading Procedures

The ferry follows specific loading procedures to ensure safety and efficiency:

  1. Vehicle Queue: Vehicles line up at the terminal in order of arrival
  2. Loading Signal: Ferry crew signals when boarding begins
  3. Vehicle Positioning: Vehicles are directed to specific positions on deck
  4. Safety Check: Crew ensures all vehicles are properly positioned
  5. Departure: Ferry begins crossing once loading is complete

πŸ“Š Performance Data

Based on live tracking data from FerryLight Online:

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