Proud of our History - the second MV Abegweit

Marine Atlantic, its predecessor CN Marine, and pre-confederation Newfoundland coastal boats have a strong and proud history serving the people of Atlantic Canada through ferry terminals, passenger vessels and rail service.

The second MV Abegweit was a larger, more spacious and modern vessel that is predecessor. At over 122 metres in length, it could transport significantly more vehicles and passengers than previously possible. A strong ice-class vessel, it was the first in Canada to allow roll through loading and unloading of railway cars, and was only one of five ships in the world at the time that installed inflatable escape shutes as its emergency evacuation system; a normal system in today’s transportation industry. With modern amenities and passenger lounges, the vessel provided a reliable and comfortable travel experience across the Northumberland Strait.

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Next week, we highlight the SS Scotia I that carried freight and passengers across the Strait of Canso and Northumberland Strait between 1901 and 1955.