b'Scribner pointed to the restrooms as an example of a projecteventually arrived, and Whanger found dates this summer that was put on the back burner to some degree. The initialto get them installed. While it meant the boat would be out plan had been to clean the space and update some graphics,of service temporarily, it wouldnt need to be dry docked so but as noted earlier, the scope expanded to a more extensivecould stay in the water while work was done.renovation. She said that while theyd like to do a full gut job, they chose instead do the work in two to three phases toNew cushions and curtains, which will also have a big im-get it where they want it. For now, they plan to update somepact on the look and feel inside the boat, are in the works of the decor and the counter tops but wont put in newand expected to be in place soon. The mural for behind the partitions or do a deep cleaning of the tile and grout untilbar has been designed but may not be installed until a later their next dry dock. Concerns about creating new issuesround of updates are done. Smaller changes will include with a deep cleaning of the grout or changing out hardwareworking with crew to make sure areas like the bar are well was something Scribner felt many operators could relate to.staged to enhance the new, more elegant look of the space. Sometimes, its best not to touch things too much. Itll be better to address major changes when the boat is alreadyThe refreshed look is expected to make the Charleston Prin-scheduled to be out of service for standard maintenance.cess more appealing to clients and more competitive with land-based venues. The initial work should be done soon The delays in dry dock werent the only factor in sched- with the boat back in service this summer. Well reconnect uling renovations. Scribner said that some of the flooringwith Scribner, Whanger, and Russell in the fall for a look they had chosen was from Europe and was delayed dueat the work completed thus far and will find out what is to tariff discussions. Both the carpeting and the flooringplanned for the next round of renovations. Photos at left are of the first phase of renovations underway to refresh the Charleston Princess. Kohler Marine is nowFerry ExpertsFrom 6 to 200kWPHOTOS: CHARLESTON TOURS & EVENTSAvailable with or without enclosures 6 to 200kWAvailable from AvailableAvailable 20 to 175kW 6 to 200kW 6 to 200kWsales@easternshipbuilding.com For global support, contact John McKinnon 850-763-1900 at 770-601-6880 or john.mckinnon@kohler.comPanama City AllantonPort St. Joe *Products shown are not to scale33 JULY 2025Ferries2025-FG3.375x4.875.indd 1 4/21/2025 6:26:48 AM'