Author: Angela Denning, CoastAlaska

Port of Seattle closure could cause minor cargo delays for Alaska

The Port of Seattle shut down its cargo operations June 10 due to labor conflicts and the Port of Alaska says it could affect the state. About 90% of Alaska’s goods arrive by ship or barge, and most of that comes via Seattle.

Alaska Marine Highway System hires a new boss

The state of Alaska has hired a new leader for the Alaska Marine Highway System. Craig Tornga has been hired as the ferry system’s new marine director. In that role, he’ll oversee hundreds of ferry workers and a fleet of nine ships.

Alaska’s Marine Highway System sees leadership changes

The manager of the ferry system is leaving after almost 20 years. Capt. John Falvey is retiring after serving through five administrations. And there is a new deputy commissioner.

Alaska marine highway board supports bigger budget for 2024

The statewide advisory board to the Alaska Marine Highway System voted Dec. 2 to spend more in 2024. But as CoastAlaska’s Angela Denning reports, labor shortages could hamstring the effort to improve service after years of cost-cutting.

State ferry board moves to longer monthly meetings

The board that oversees the Alaska Marine Highway System is moving from biweekly to once-a-month meetings as it continues working on short and long-range plans. The board is tasked with helping the state plan for the future of the ferry system.