Incoming new ferries named after B.C. trees

The four new ferries that will begin to be delivered starting in 2029 will be named after B.C. trees, according to BC Ferries. The ferries will be named Summit Arbutus, Summit Cedar, Summit Maple, and Summit Spruce. “We heard clearly through the naming process the importance of connecting these vessels to the natural environment of British Columbia and to the communities they serve – and that’s reflected in the vessel names,” said Nicolas Jimenez, president and CEO of BC Ferries. “Many of our largest ships are approaching the end of their expected service life, and these new vessels are a…