Author: Jacob Resneck, CoastAlaska

Alaska says it can’t meet Homeland Security mandate, will cut ferries to Canada

U.S. customs officers can’t carry guns in Canada and demand armed backup from Canadian police while working in British Columbia. Alaska Marine Highway System says it couldn’t find a way to meet this mandate and will end service to Canada.

Agencies scrutinize Ward Cove’s cruise dock renaissance

The ambitious project would redevelop a contaminated pulp mill site into a world class cruise ship destination. But an early look at comments received by the Army Corps of Engineers so far show there are concerns.

End of Alaska ferry strike nears as union asks members to ratify deal

A tentative deal between a striking ferry union and the state could see the Alaska Marine Highway System up and running soon. The IBU’s strike has paralyzed the ferry system since July 24.

IBU strike shuts down Alaska ferries

There’s confusion and disappointment at Alaska’s marine terminals after a strike shut down the state ferry system. A contract dispute with the largest union resulted in the first ferry strike since 1977.