The Alderney Ferry service in Halifax is facing another setback as the municipality announced a reduction in its schedule. After just returning to regular service earlier this week, the ferry will now operate every 30 minutes starting at 2:15 p.m. This change comes in response to a steering issue on the ferry named Christopher Stannix.

This incident follows the recent repair saga of the Vincent Coleman, which was out of service for several months due to a similar technical problem. The municipality has confirmed that the Stannix requires parts that are proprietary and manufactured internationally, causing additional delays in the ferry service. The Alderney route had only just resumed its regular schedule of every 15 minutes on Tuesday, coinciding with the Coleman’s return to operation.

Halifax Transit staff are actively collaborating with an international supplier based in Europe to expedite the acquisition of necessary replacement parts for the Stannix. A statement from Halifax officials indicated that further updates regarding the repair progress would be provided, although the timeline for these repairs is heavily contingent upon the delivery of parts from overseas.

In addition to the Alderney Ferry service disruption, the Woodside Ferry route also felt the impact of the Stannix steering issues, causing it to experience interruptions on Thursday night and Friday morning. The expectation was set for the Woodside route to return to its regular 15-minute service during peak hours following these disruptions.

This situation highlights ongoing challenges faced by the Halifax ferry services, emphasizing the reliance on international supply chains for essential repairs. Passengers are urged to stay informed about service changes as the municipality works to resolve these issues.