Travel Advisories
Bay Ferries: New Brunswick - Nova Scotia
Please be aware that MV Fundy Rose will be undergoing bi-annual refit work at the Verreault Shipyard at Les Mechins Quebec.
The last sailing will be October 15 at 8:00am from Saint John to Digby. Service will resume December 3 with the 4:00 pm departure from Digby to Saint John.
The CAT: Maine - Nova Scotia
Please be advised that Tuesday, October 15 sailings of The CAT have been cancelled due to marine forecast indicating winds and a sea state in excess of our operational limits for safe docking of the vessel and passenger comfort.
This marks the end of the 2024 season of The CAT. Sailings will resume in May 2025. Thank you to all of our customers and staff for a wonderful season.
Northumberland Ferries: Prince Edward Island - Nova Scotia
MV Saaremaa 1
Société des traversiers du Québec (STQ) discovered additional mechanical issues with the number four main engine Friday morning. Due to these issues, MV Saaremaa 1 will not be returning to service at NFL this season. The vessel is continuing to progress main engine repairs, and once the engine repairs are complete, MV Saaremaa 1 will be prepped for its return voyage to Quebec, likely at the end of October.
MV Confederation
The repair work on MV Confederation's bow visor continues to progress well. NFL has conducted a comprehensive internal risk assessment to identify and mitigate potential hazards associated with operating without the bow visor. As a result of that, NFL has engaged the Classification Society and Transport Canada Marine Safety and Security to determine if the vessel could be safely operated and how risks and hazards could be mitigated to ensure passenger safety. If the process is not successful, MV Confederation’s return to service remains 9 December 2024.
NFL will continue to work closely with the shipyard in Pictou, Nova Scotia and believe that the schedule can be improved. NFL will be in a better position to forecast any schedule improvements by the end of this month.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through these challenges. We will keep you informed of any further developments as they continue to evolve.