Submerged RT Fast Ferry Boat Salvaged; Investigation Ongoing
BVI Platinum News
Updated: July 12, 2012 1:07 pm AST
Published: July 12, 2012 8:11 am AST
Proprietor of Road Town Fast Ferry, Albion 'Bobby' Hodge has confirmed that his ferry vessel 'Makana', which took on water while moored at a Charlotte Amalie dock on St. Thomas, USVI, has been salvaged.

Hodge said they are trying to investigate what caused the vessel to submerge and will be in a better position to speak about the incident once more information is obtained.

The 'Makana', which plies the Road Town/St. Thomas route, is on a dry dock on St. Thomas. Sources confirmed that the boat was brought back to the surface shortly after 5:00 pm.

Eyewitnesses recalled seeing the boat taking on water yesterday afternoon, July 11.

No one was injured in the incident.

Statement From RT Fast Ferry

On behalf of the management and staff of Road Town Fast Ferry, we would like to inform that the partial sinking reportedly happened while the boat was being repaired on a dry dock in St. Thomas.

As a result of an error, the boat took on water which resulted in partial submersion of our vessel. Despite all rumors, no workers or passengers were injured.

Safety is paramount for us at Road Town Fast Ferry and our entire fleet continues to meet the highest Coast Guard and regulatory standards.

We look forward to your continued patronage as we deliver fast, safe and convenient ferry service to local customers.
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  • Readers' Opinion
I heard that this was caused by the contractor working on the exhausts. When they worked on the one side the other was filling up, by the time they discovered it there was too much water. This is not Bobby's fault nor does it indicate in any way a lack of safety proceedure. I'm sorry this... more
July 13 at 2:02pm  |  Like ▪ 5 People like this.   Dislike
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Maintainance | Report Abuse
I'm sorry to hear of this incident. I always say maintainance is the key and Booby you are a good man, I've know you for over 20 years you always seem to get the bad end of the sticks at times. You have good business ventrues and ideas but you always seems to lack the ability to maintain your... more
July 12 at 6:56pm  |  Like ▪ 6 People like this.   Dislike ▪ 2 People dislike this.
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Gregory | Report Abuse
Mr. Hodge I'm really saddened by this event. More specifically however, as mentioned by someone else, Thank Ged it was not at sea.
Please take all the time needed to understand and correct the problem. It is a vital and good service you're providing to the same persons who've... more
July 12 at 12:58pm  |  Like ▪ 14 People like this.   Dislike ▪ 1 Person dislike this.
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@Gregory | Report Abuse
And what is your name? My name is John and I too thank Ged that it was not at sea and also give thanks for my Ged. Do you have a Ged Gregory?
July 12 at 6:49pm  |  Like ▪ 2 People like this.   Dislike ▪ 10 People dislike this.
sidney crosby | Report Abuse
it's clear as day, the ferry got broadsided by that big cruise ship...
July 12 at 12:00pm  |  Like ▪ 3 People like this.   Dislike ▪ 8 People dislike this.
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Wowie | Report Abuse
I am just wondering how long it took to sink to this stage. If it happened quickly.
July 12 at 11:54am  |  Like ▪ 1 Person like this.   Dislike
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neverendin | Report Abuse
now thats some crazy ****!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
July 12 at 8:05pm  |  Like   Dislike
AH GLAD....Tek dat...dat is what u get for cancelling people's tickets and not refundin dem!
July 12 at 11:36am  |  Like ▪ 7 People like this.   Dislike ▪ 40 People dislike this.
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Really, | Report Abuse
@ Hmph You are an ignoramus!!!!!!!!!!!!!! one of these days you will need to go to stt and no other boat will be running except that one let me see what u gon do. Hope you can tread water.
July 12 at 4:41pm  |  Like ▪ 3 People like this.   Dislike
Hmmmm | Report Abuse
Hmmmm and when the sea is rough and i am scared they would tell me relax these boats cannot sink. You see now, they can sink. I will always wear my life jacket once aboard boats it is ok to be laughed at.
July 12 at 9:44am  |  Like ▪ 11 People like this.   Dislike ▪ 2 People dislike this.
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Biggs | Report Abuse
They said it was an accident and the boat was being repaired at the time. More than likely someone left a valve open on the boat which is why water was able to get in and that's why it sunk. With the valves closed the boats will not sink, it's a catamaran. People talking about insurance now? If... more
July 12 at 9:58am  |  Like ▪ 4 People like this.   Dislike ▪ 1 Person dislike this.
Hold On | Report Abuse
Of course any boat can sink. Similarly, all planes can fall from the sky, all trains can derail, all buses and cars crash. This is why as consumers we expect the companies that build these crafts, maintain & service them, and those who provide the service to all follow strict policy and... more
July 12 at 11:07am  |  Like ▪ 14 People like this.   Dislike
romey | Report Abuse
"this is a mishap"
July 12 at 9:40am  |  Like ▪ 5 People like this.   Dislike
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reality check | Report Abuse
This boat needed some major work, guess the insurance company will pay for it now !
July 12 at 9:07am  |  Like ▪ 12 People like this.   Dislike ▪ 4 People dislike this.
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bam see | Report Abuse
bobby you salt boy....sad sad sad
July 12 at 8:47am  |  Like ▪ 1 Person like this.   Dislike ▪ 12 People dislike this.
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