Operators of new Nanaimo-Downtown Vancouver ferry service say they hope to succeed where others failed

The operators behind a new foot passenger ferry service, scheduled to launch in late summer between Nanaimo, B.C., and downtown Vancouver, say they hope to create a reliable transportation option even as previous attempts at the service have failed.

Starting June, British Columbians will have another option to travel between Vancouver and Vancouver Island after B.C. Ferries cancelled many sailings last year.

The ferry line, called Hullo, is being operated by the Vancouver Island Ferry Company and is set to launch with two high-speed catamaran vessels, each with a capacity of 354 passengers.

There are set to be up to seven round-trip sailings daily between downtown Nanaimo and downtown Vancouver, each lasting around 70 minutes

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