Presentations - 3rd Growth and Resilience Dialogue With Social Partners

• Ferries are best for short distances: – Ferry voyages should not be more than 4-5 hours, especially on fast ferries – Slower vessels can do overnight trips • The key is low fares: – People will not go through the extra time to travel by ferry, unless there are savings – Ferry strategy should be to expand the Regional travel market by making travel more affordable (i.e. not just to compete with LIAT) • Investments needed in ferry terminals

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