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Photo: Taken 27 Jun 2011 at Chicago IL by George Schneider

Story

This ferry, passenger was built in 2011 by Anderson Boat Works Inc in Saugatuck, MI.

Historical Notes

George Schneider (July 2026) Writes: Seven of these boats do water taxi service along the Chicago River and out to the Navy Pier, now a tourist center.

They replace a set of former Navy 40UB's initially purchased to pioneer the service.

Owners & Masters

In 2011-2026 she was owned by Giddie-Up Brothers LLC., Chicago IL USA.

Name Significance

All the company's boats have names associated with being in a hurry.

References

  • Merchant Vessels of the United States Annual digital data files, 2011-2026
  • cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (Accessed 10 June 2026)
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