Posts Tagged ‘Heath Gehrke’
Cape May – Lewes Ferry Makes Fare Adjustments This Spring
It will cost more to cross the Delaware Bay on the Cape May – Lewes Ferry, starting April 1st – at least for most travelers. The Delaware River and Bay Authority has voted to implement a new fare schedule. During peak season between April and October, the fare for all classes of vehicles rises by…
Read MoreRidership Rebounds On The Cape May – Lewes Ferry In 2021
Ridership on the Cape May – Lewes Ferry reboundded during the busiest months of 2021, compared to 2020. According to a Delaware River and Bay Authority report, more than half-a-million passengers rode the ferry between May and October, and 171,600 vehicles also made the crossing. Numbers are also showing a very strong September and October.…
Read MoreRenovated MV New Jersey Rejoins Cape May – Lewes Ferry Fleet
The MV New Jersey has rejoined the Cape May – Lewes Ferry fleet of vessels, following a $20-million overhaul. The vessel was in dry-dock for nearly a year. New engines are expected to reduce emissions by about 40-percent. We are excited to have the MV New Jersey back and we know our customers will be…
Read MoreCape May – Lewes Ferry Contemplates New Vessel
The Delaware River and Bay Authority is working with an engineering firm to review and revise the Cape May – Lewes Ferry’s 13-year-old Master Plan. The project will also result in the design concept for a new vessel for the fleet. The existing ferry vessels will be thoroughly assessed as Seattle-based Elliott Bay Design Group…
Read MoreCape May – Lewes Ferry Suspends Bicycle, Foot Passenger Travel Monday
The Cape May – Lewes Ferry will re-implement new travel rules in response to COVID-19 patterns. Starting with Monday’s first departure, boarding will be limited to vehicles and their occupants only. All foot and bicycle travel on the Cape May – Lewes Ferry will be suspended. Director of Ferry Operations Heath Gehrke said the changes…
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