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American Queen suspends cruises until 2021

American Queen Steamboat Co. (AQSC) has suspended cruises through year’s end and earlier notified states of plans to lay off 250 crew starting Sept. 24 as fallout from Covid-19 persists for passenger vessels.

The New Albany, Ind.-based overnight cruise operator posted on its site that none of its four vessels, including the new American Countess, would be sailing on the Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, Columbia or Snake rivers through Dec. 31.

“While extending our suspensions through the remainder...

https://www.workboat.com/news/passenger-vessels/american-queen-suspends-cruises-until-2021/

Washington State Ferry service to Canada suspended until April 28

Resumption of Washington State Ferries’ service between the U.S. and Canada has been pushed back to at least April 28. Domestic San Juan Islands routes will not be affected.

The suspension of the route serving Anacortes, and Sidney, British Columbia, comes as a result of the recent closure of the Canadian border to help slow the spread of COVID-19. International service was originally scheduled to restart March 29, following its annual three-month shut down during the slower winter months.

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https://www.workboat.com/news/passenger-vessels/washington-state-ferry-service-to-canada-suspended-until-april-28/

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