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Canadian American Transportation Systems, LLC is establishing a Fast Ferry
service between Rochester, NY and Toronto, Ontario. The service will be "high
speed", operating at over 50+ MPH, accommodating approximately 750 walk-on
passengers, up to 220 cars and up to 10 trucks and buses. More than just a
method of transportation, the Fast Ferry is truly a unique travel experience,
offering amenities and ambience worthy of a mini cruise ship. Importantly, the
two and a quarter hour "port to port" trip will act as a "virtual" bridge, connecting
the national highway systems of Canada and the United States, and acting a catalyst for
economic development, tourism activity and job growth on both sides of the border.
Who are we:
Senior Management:
President: Howard Thomas (based in Toronto)
Director of Operations: Bill Annand
Technical and Terminal Operations Director: Bob Mansfield
Director of Human Resources: Glenn Gardner
Director of Planning & Business Development: Donald P. Naetzker II
Chief Financial Officer: Colby Amidon
Marketing & Sales Group:
Senior Market Research Analyst, Destinations: Eugene Zakreski
Senior Market Research Analyst, Customer Experience: Sue Austin
Director, U.S. Marketing: Burke McCarthy
Sales Contact: Howard Thomas (based in Toronto)
Contact Information:
mail@spiritofontario.com
Contact us with any questions at any time!
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1. Why should I take the Fast Ferry versus driving?
The fast ferry has been designed not as a replacement for driving but as an
exciting new alternative. It will provide a safe, reliable and stress free
method of traveling, all year round. The ferry will have eating and drinking
establishments, duty free shopping, a play area for kids, satellite television
throughout and 2 theaters with plasma screen televisions. It is meant to be
a total travel experience, and could become the best part of your trip. For
those that will be conducting business while traveling, the Fast Ferry
will enhance your productivity through access to wireless
internet connections, phone services and the comfort of a business lounge.
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2. How big is the ship?
The ship measures 86.563 meters (284 ft) in length and the width is 23.8 meters
(78 ft). To give you some idea of its size, it is as high as a 5 story building,
nearly as long as football field, and bigger than a jumbo jet.
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3. How many passengers can it hold?
The ferry will hold approximately 750 people, up to 220 vehicles and up to 10
buses or trucks in various combinations.
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4. When is it scheduled to launch?
The first sailing of the Fast Ferry is scheduled for May 2004.
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5. How many round trips per day?
The Fast Ferry will be operating year round. Our intention is to
have 3 round trips every day.
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6. How long is the trip?
It will take approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes from port to port. Approximate
time for loading and disembarking is 17 minutes.
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7. Where are the terminals?
In Rochester: The beachfront ferry terminal will be located in Charlotte,
a 15 - 20 minute drive from downtown Rochester NY. It is approximately 1 mile
from the Lake Ontario State Parkway and the connecting national interstate
highway system.
In Toronto: The ferry terminal in Toronto will be on Cherry Street,
approximately 1 mile from the Gardiner Expressway,
1 1/4 mile taxi or shuttle ride to Yonge Street. The terminal provides
a dramatic panoramic view of downtown and the Inner Harbor.
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8. Who is Canadian American Transportation Systems (CATS)?
CATS is a privately held company based out of Rochester NY, with additional
offices and partners in Toronto, Tokyo, London, Australia and Germany.
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9. Who is building the ship?
The Fast Ferry is being built by Austal Ships out of
Perth Australia, the world’s largest builder of high-speed ferries.
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10. In light of recent world events, what security measures are being taken?
The Fast Ferry will be one of the newest border crossings
between Canada and the US. Border security will be achieved under the
auspices of the US and Canadian authorities.
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