The U.S. Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded the Alaska State Department of Public Transportation (AKDOT) a $161,274,784 Project Grant under the Passenger Ferry Grant Program (CFDA 20.532) to replace the aging 60-year-old M/V Tustumena passenger vessel. The funds will be used to retire the existing vessel and acquire a new replacement that will provide greater capacity, modernized safety features, increased seaworthiness, and enhanced passenger comfort. The new vessel is expected to have more fuel-efficient engines, diesel and electric propulsion systems, and an efficient design to move through the water easily. This project will make the Alaska Marine Highway System more resilient and responsive to the transportation needs of coastal communities by increasing passenger and vehicle space. There are no sub-recipients identified for this award.
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