Lake-Express

The "Lake Expresss" is expected to make a test run on Aug 2, 2911from Milwaukee to Muskegon. It's not clear if a successful run will allow the "Lake Express" to restart service before Aug 2. The "Lake Express" shut down on july 23, 2011, after one of its four engines failed. The engine is being replaced in Milwaukee.

The Lake Express high-speed ferry has been taken out of service until Aug. 4 after one of the vessel’s four engines failed. The ferry, which takes travelers and their vehicles across Lake Michigan between Milwaukee and Muskegon, Mich., has been out of service since Sunday. The vessel can operate on three engines, but it slows the time it takes to cross the lake by 30 to 40 minutes and forced the cancellation of some crossings. The trip normally takes about two-and-a-half hours each way. More at http://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/news/2011/07/26/lake-express-out-of-service-until-aug-4.html

The start of the 2011 Lake Express sailing season will be delayed by approximately three weeks as work is done to complete an offseason engine maintenance program. This program is part of ongoing efforts by Lake Express to maintain optimal operating efficiency and in accordance with state, federal and international environmental and emissions regulations. http://www.journaltimes.com/news/local/article_2ece0394-6ff6-11e0-a767-001cc4c002e0.html