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Post by Dane on May 21, 2012 19:54:45 GMT -8
That's what I am wondering. It is pretty rare for a SeaBus to leave Lonsdale Quay. Although they must have to come out of the water occasionally.
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Post by Dane on May 21, 2012 19:34:59 GMT -8
Can someone with access to some sort of vessel tracker figure out where the Burrard Beaver is? Cannot find it at Lonsdale Quay right now, it isn't at Waterfront either; thus, I am confused.
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Post by Dane on May 14, 2012 21:18:31 GMT -8
Those dots were always so awkward; I suppose brand control at BCFC was less than what it is at BCFS....
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Post by Dane on May 9, 2012 17:49:13 GMT -8
I disliked those 40th anniversary logos on the funnel, a space typically reserved for a more conservative emblem of a company - whether crest, wordmark, symbol or otherwise. Regardless great flash back to "the good old days."
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Post by Dane on May 9, 2012 17:16:00 GMT -8
Here is my opinion, and I must admit from the outset I don't follow BCFS as closely as I once did based mostly on the fact I follow Manitoba's really exciting news, now. However, I agree with Mike that even the Liberals who created BCFS must have known it was totally dysfunctional. In fact the Liberals have created SCBCTA and BCFS, both of which have probably caused more problems than they have ever solved with more issues for the end users - the riders than there ever was before. This is not an outright political comment - but a reality of the situation as I see not. Given where BCFC was when the Liberals were elected in something did have to change. Today's throw money at the problem is likely a good solution - and hopefully it will be positive for the users of the system, particularly off the main line. However, from the reading I have done today in the press I get this "we aren't really sure what to do" attitude from the government. There are a lot of statements thrown out that seem somewhat ambiguous. Obviously I am not depending on a government announcement on Day 1 to provide the details and specific context of changes, but these seems fairly abstract given what has come out of the government on BCFS previously. Seems like this may end up being the NDP's mess to fix. There are many, some public domain, many others are not. In what I do, it's possible to know before hand something before the public does, but that's within the scope of a confidential environment, but it doesn't cover everything. That in itself is not from any one specific location, quite often its getting pieces and blending them together to come up with something. I've received what I need to use, even before a presentation was actually finished. Heard anything that could provide more insight from what-you-do?
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Post by Dane on May 9, 2012 17:07:19 GMT -8
Yes. Dane. I read the link in the first post. Doesn't address much of anything other than a concept that has been around since the mid 1980s in one form or another. Thanks though. So I will take this to mean you understand that existing borders would, in this dream world, become a non-issue? Thus your other post was just sort of.... talking?
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Post by Dane on May 9, 2012 13:52:58 GMT -8
Paul did you read the link in the first post. It would indirectly address all your concerns.
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Post by Dane on May 2, 2012 20:58:11 GMT -8
.... nevermind .....
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Post by Dane on Apr 25, 2012 16:01:27 GMT -8
The D60s are long gone, replaced by D60LFR 712-714. Ex-CMBC units, just like the D60s.
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Post by Dane on Apr 16, 2012 22:50:05 GMT -8
The words "BC Ferries" never graced the Voyager's hull I believe. By the time she hit the water the fate of the project was essentially sealed. I attended all three launches. The first was very much a celebration, the second was a bit toned down but still positive, and the third was a non-event. Sort of amazing to see how quickly things can change, particularly in these politically fueled boats. I suppose I am posting this in the wrong thread!
Perhaps I could be mistaken, but I believe there was also quite a delay between vessel 2 and 3 for some reason. The project was so late by that point that details sort of became irrelevant in my mind. The fitting out of the third boat was also done without BC Ferries corporate branding inside I also seem to recall, knowing that the ship was bound for service (or lack thereof) elsewhere.
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Post by Dane on Apr 16, 2012 21:09:15 GMT -8
Does anybody have access to or know the fuel burn numbers for the Pacificats at service speed? I'm looking for the stats for the Explorer in particular. I'd like to compare them to other fast ferry services, for my own curiosity. I have heard many ballpark figures by hearsay, but nothing ever concrete. There is a copy of the operational audit of the vessels conducted for the government, and a copy of the performance criteria released for the vessel's sale at both the downtown Vancouver Public Library and SFU's Bennett Library at the Burnaby Mountain campus. Obviously I am not in Vancouver, so cannot get it for you. If no one can by May, I will scan it for you when I am back home.
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Post by Dane on Apr 6, 2012 12:14:54 GMT -8
I actually used to eat that four times a week. Happily I lived in a cabin with no electricity and had a very physically demanding job. I actually lost my beer belly from University, from which I had just graduated. BC Ferries obviously contributed to this.
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Post by Dane on Apr 6, 2012 10:28:27 GMT -8
Note: This Service Notice applies to the following route(s): - Vancouver (Tsawwassen) - Nanaimo (Duke Point)
Please be advised that a delay of approximately 30 minutes may occur on the 10:45 pm sailing from Departure Bay - Tsawwassen on Tuesday, April 10th.
After departing Departure Bay the Queen of Alberni will briefly stop at the Duke Point terminal to perform a dock fit before continuing on the journey to Tsawwassen. This dock fit is necessary in preparation of the anticipated re-opening of the Duke Point terminal in mid-April and BC Ferries thanks its customers for their patience and understanding.
We apologize for any inconvenience this delay may cause our customers.
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Could be a cool sailing to be on.
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Post by Dane on Mar 22, 2012 12:55:56 GMT -8
Would like to see cite (court docket number) of current charges being heard in court, that is a cite of preliminary hearing. There hasn't been any earth shaking court actions in media in about a year other than the petition of appeal by the crew member Appellant seeking to re-establish his employment with BC Ferries being dismissed, so the original decision made by BC Ferries that he was fired for his role stands by judicial decision. So, in English, you agree with everything I said, and have the same question as Neil. It would be interesting to see why this charge does not seem to have gone anywhere? It almost assuredly is not because of case volume, because of the seriousness of any homicide accusation and the public interest it likely would not sit around for a long time without cause.
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Post by Dane on Mar 22, 2012 10:59:16 GMT -8
Charges by a Crown Prosecutor can be laid, but there would have to be definitive evidence of an offence against a statuatory Act or other in order for said charges to stick. Crown Prosecutors are wary of laying charges with insufficient and evidencial facts that can be definitively proven in court. Statute of Limitations does come into the picture as noted. Paul - 1. stop trying to write like a lawyer; 2. as a result of the verbose nature of your post I am confused as to what you are actually trying to say. A charge was laid, so why the rant about requirements of the Crown? and; 3. there is no statute of limitations for serious offences in Canada.
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Post by Dane on Mar 21, 2012 22:23:14 GMT -8
A six-year anniversary "toast" to those who perished in the tragic sinking of the Queen of the North, Gerald Foisy and Shirley Rosette.
And to again give tribute to the ship's company, Gitga'at community at Hartley Bay, the Canadian Coast Guard, Air Force and indeed many private individuals who ensured the safety of all other passengers and crew.
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Post by Dane on Mar 13, 2012 19:05:43 GMT -8
US Homeland Security is a fantastic example of contemporary paranoia, however, even they shouldn't have an issue with a shared ferry design template. What's the threat?
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Post by Dane on Mar 12, 2012 18:50:26 GMT -8
While the specific idea put forward that suggestions the literal vessel could be swapped out - I am less cynical about a "platform" sharing idea. Even if the elementary design of a ferry is shared, I am thinking hull, elements of the superstructure, and engines, there is a very substantial opportunity for sharing and economies of scales to be accomplished. As Curtis pointed out we have two vessels requiring replacement that are, in very general terms, appropriate fr a 144-AEQ vessel. In reality, to the untrained eye, the Washington fleet shares a great resemblance to certain aspects of the BC fleet. WSF just has a more standard design element across their fleet.
Several NATO countries are examining a common hull form for frigates/destroyers with modularized above-water components of superstructure. Beyond that, the rest is left to the country.
If I were BC Ferries I would not want the procurement of my vessels to be potentially mingled in the state's procurement/legal system.
If I were WSF I would not want the procurement of any of my vessels to be designed Canadian regulations where a similar standard did not apply in the US.
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Post by Dane on Mar 11, 2012 21:40:42 GMT -8
That would be pretty illogical to add a couple thousand miles by train to save 500 by ship... the cost per mile of shipping by RR is a lot higher than by freighter. I don't have numbers available, maybe someone with more time can figure it out.
This really just seems like a function of Port development, or lack there of. Unless they really do care about speed?
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Post by Dane on Mar 4, 2012 14:55:35 GMT -8
Photo 16 is one of the ferry photo's I have enjoyed most as of late. Particularly impressive to me because it is such a common scene that is not caught in that manner. Add to that the bold colours and I find it just an absolute pleasure to look at.
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Post by Dane on Mar 4, 2012 14:23:20 GMT -8
WSF has released some very beautiful whirlybird photos of the SALISH on the Port Townsend to Keystone Harbor at Coupeville run. These were taken by Mr. Dean Wallace of VIGOR. A total of 18 photos were released. I'm showing 3 of them in a smaller scale. Better resolutions are linked below each of these photos. FerryNut thanks for sharing these, and providing the links. That's a really great photo set. Sight for sore eyes to see the two vessels back on the route after years of odd sightings.
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Post by Dane on Mar 4, 2012 10:10:10 GMT -8
I have no doubt the complaining occurred but those lights are a result of an overbudget programme with cuts required. Similarly to Duke Point taking over capital funds from the Queen of Prince Rupert replacement project, which BC Ferries had already invested in considerably at the time. It was a time of extraordinarily poor fiscal management in British Columbia.
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Post by Dane on Feb 29, 2012 20:32:24 GMT -8
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Post by Dane on Feb 26, 2012 14:48:03 GMT -8
I am having trouble ordering online. If someone sees a copy in Vancouver proper or the North Shore could you please post or PM the location. Will ask a parent to pick it up for me.
Cheers
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Post by Dane on Feb 13, 2012 21:17:01 GMT -8
Well I went on a great cruise last week. A relatively short one, coupled with a trip to Orlando to burn off my leave for the year (we follow fiscal years for time off). I had been on many cruises when I was younger, but it has been a long time. We took Royal Caribbean as I remember them having the best overall service, and the military discount is epic. Trip was to The Bahamas aboard Monarch of the Seas, a smaller (all things being relative) and older vessel going on 21 years of service. Nonetheless she is in beautiful shape with a good crew. Food was decent enough, lots of activities, great fellow passengers, a comfortable room with a window and two fantastic stops. If I could afford it, all my vacations would be cruises. So amazing. Departure celebrations. The clouds are a bit deceiving, it is almost 30 degrees out. My lifeboat! Particularly topical as of late. Coastal-class like view from the forward dining area. Buffet area by day for all, dinner venue by night for steak/sushi at an additional cost. I did not use any of the additional cost items for food. No need, in my opinion. The bar through the centre line of the window does a great job of cutting off some view, unfortunately. From the walkway on Deck 7 - a lovely view and part of the running track. Maintenance never stops. The ship is in amazing condition from the passenger perspective. This vessel and us followed the same itinerary until the last day, when she steamed directly back to Florida and we spent a day at sea. Going very slowly. Monarch of the Seas of the RC's private island. A fantastic tourist trap. A tender boat. Our tender preparing to dock. The tender dock. Additional tenders. There are five or six of them; they used three when we were there which was great, since only two were really required. Line moved extraordinarily quickly. At peak times, we were told, there can be three RC ships here at a given time. Must be a hoppin' place. Another cruise ship at dock in Nassau. More ships, more Nassau. We were the latest ship to leave Nassau, at 12:30am - 1 hour late due to an emergency on Deck 1. At about 9pm we heard "Bravo teams assemble on Deck 1 - this is not a drill." Good times. Apparently a minor gas leak. There was also a plumbing issue for some communal bathrooms on the vessel. Only two minor events of note as a passenger. Our "ferry" (their description, not mine) over to Atlantis resort. The boat has hazardously overloaded, and we payed $5/each. A crew member makes an obnoxious tourist speak on the way over. I would suggest if you go to cab, as a substantial bridge connects the Island to the city. Some commercial ferries in Nassau.
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