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National Census of Ferry Operators Results

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - The U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) today released the latest results from the biennial National Census of Ferry Operators (NCFO) conducted in 2014. Key findings indicate that 128 ferry operators across the nation reported providing service through nearly 442 terminals on 761 unique route segments in 38 states and one U.S. territory, using a fleet of almost 500 active vessels. Comprehensive results from the 2014 census, as well as data from previous censuses, can be found on the NCFO home page. Contact: Dave Smallen (202) 366-5568.