Steve Nevey Tapped to Lead Washington State Ferries
a division of the Washington State Department of Transportation, is the largest ferry system in the U.S., carrying tens of millions of people a year.“This is a pivotal time for our ferry system, and I appreciate WSF conducting a highly competitive nationwide search for this role,” said Gov. Jay Inslee. “With the Legislature’s support, we’re making progress on staffing, vessel builds and electrification. Patty has been a calm voice in stabilizing and operating our iconic ferry system through many difficult challenges. I look forward to working with Steve to continue our progress
Washington Maritime Economy Grows Stronger -Study
growth across all subsectors of the industry since the 2013 study release and we feel confident about the continued growth of maritime in the years to come.” “Our maritime industry continues to play a central role in Washington’s diverse, strong economy,” said Gov. Jay Inslee. “Working waterfronts are sources of technological innovation and resilience, supporting good jobs and new business opportunities from the Pacific and Puget Sound coastlines to the Columbia River and beyond.” The study finds the maritime sector directly supported 69,500 jobs
WSF Leader to Retire
also secured funding for a forth 144 car Olympic Class ferry, the Suquamish, and built a new high-performing management team from the ground up. “Lynne has brought profound change to an organization which is a treasured icon of our great state of Washington,” said Governor Jay Inslee. “Her dedication is an inspiration to the hard-working people of Washington State Ferries, and she has my heartfelt thanks for a job well done. I hope she enjoys a much-deserved retirement,” Inslee added. WSDOT Secretary of Transportation Roger Millar echoed the governor
