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An outside independent review of Steamship Authority operations is set to begin next week, with staff from a Seattle-based marine consulting firm scheduled to arrive Tuesday for a site visit.
The Steamship Authority canceled two early morning ferry trips Sunday because of mechanical issues with the freight ferry Governor.
Three longtime Steamship Authority employees are retiring this summer, including the human resources director and general counsel.
The ferry Island Home is back in service after Wednesday and Thursday morning issues with the emergency generator, the Steamship Authority said.
The Steamship Authority will shortly begin contract negotiations with HMS Consulting and Technical Engineers of Seattle, Wash., to undertake a comprehensive review of operations.
