| M.V. Skeena Queen | |
| Place Built | Vancouver, BC |
| Year Built | 1997 |
| Vehicle Capacity | 100 |
| Passenger Capacity | 600 |
| Length | 110 m |
| Gross Tons | 2,653 |
| Service Speed | 14.5 knots |
| Horsepower | 3,500 |
| Est. Retirement Year* | 2041/2042 |
| Onboard Services* | Vending, Washrooms |
| * From BC Ferries Coastal Ferry Services Contract (2003) |
Special Notes:
- The Skeena Queen operates between Swartz Bay and Fulford Harbour (Saltspring Island).
- Since being launched, the Skeena Queen has been plagued with engine problems.
- For an interesting page about the Skeena Queen including some pictures, follow this link: Ship Technology - Skeena Queen.
- The Skeena Queen was the first of what were suppost to be 3 new Century Class vessels announced by BC Ferries in the 1994 Ten Year Plan. So far, only the Skeena Queen has been built.
| Year | Event |
| 1997 | Launched |
| 2002 | April-July - The Skeena Queen was taken out of service to have all four of her engines replaced. |
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This page was last updated on May 20, 2003.