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State adds standby ferries and extra crew as part of World Cup contingency plans
Summary
Officials said Washington State Ferries will have two additional boats on standby at Eagle Harbor and added staffing at terminals; agencies also reported a $2,000,000 legislative appropriation to support ferry staffing and readiness.
Governor Ferguson and agency speakers said the ferry system is preparing for match‑day demand and contingencies. The governor noted that the system "has been at full domestic service with 18 vessels in the water," and that "during the World Cup, we'll have 2 additional boats on standby at Eagle Harbor on Bainbridge Island in the event of any service disruption."
A speaker representing ferry operations told the press that the state legislature provided "$2,000,000 from the state legislature" to support additional staffing and crew at vessels and terminals. Officials said the appropriation is intended for staffing and readiness rather than to add permanent service, and that additional crews and terminal staff will be staged to manage increased passenger loads.
