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The passenger and auto ferry Pelee Islander II was built at the Asenav Shipbuilding Company in Valdivia, Chile to run between Leamington/Kingsville, Ont., was delivered to her new homeport of Kingsville in mid June 2018. The 222-foot-long vessel can accommodate 399 people and 34 cars, or four tractor-trailers and 16 cars. Pelee Islander II will ultimately replace the 58-year-old Pelee Islander on the run. Written by Roger LeLievre. |
| Ship Particulars | |
| Length | 203′ 08″ (62.09m) |
| Beam | 48′ 07″ (14.8m) |
| Depth | 15′ 11″ (4.85m) |
| Capacity | 399 passengers 34 cars, or four tractor-trailers and 16 cars |
| Engine Power | unknown bhp diesel |