Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Nantucket

On the afternoon of October 13, 2025, a daring rescue mission unfolded off the coast of Woods Hole, Massachusetts, as a man was plucked from the water after falling overboard from the ferry 'Nantucket', which was traveling from Martha's Vineyard to the mainland. The circumstances surrounding his fall remain unclear. The crew aboard the 'Island Home', another ferry en route from Woods Hole to Vineyard Haven, became aware of the emergency when a vigilant passenger alerted them to the situation at approximately 3:19 PM. Initiating a swift rescue protocol, the crew readied their rescue boat and life preservers while conducting a thorough search for the man in distress. The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Southeastern New England sent a helicopter crew to assist in the recovery operation. They quickly located the individual and a rescue swimmer worked to hoist him safely aboard the helicopter. Once rescued, the man was transported to Falmouth Hospital for necessary evaluation, where it was determined that his condition was not life-threatening. In addition to the Coast Guard, the Falmouth Police, firefighters, and marine officers responded rapidly to the incident at the Woods Hole Steamship terminal, clearing the scene by 4:47 PM. This remarkable rescue illustrates the efficiency and bravery of maritime rescue teams in ensuring the safety of individuals at sea. For more details and photos, visit: https://www.mvtimes.com/2025/10/13/coast-guard-searching-person-overboard-woods-hole/

On October 2, 2023, the ferry 'Nantucket' experienced an allision with a concrete piling at the Steamship Authority’s Oak Bluffs terminal on Martha's Vineyard. During an afternoon journey, unfavorable tide and wind conditions caused the stern of the vessel to swing out of position, resulting in the collision. Fortunately, all 121 passengers on board were unharmed, allowing for a successful offloading of both passengers and 44 vehicles at the terminal. Reports indicate that the dock sustained no damage, though the ferry's protective rub railing showed minor signs of damage. Following a thorough assessment by the crew, the vessel, with the U.S. Coast Guard's approval, proceeded back to Woods Hole carrying an additional 45 vehicles and 364 passengers. Despite the setback, evening trips were canceled to ensure safety measures were addressed. Service is anticipated to resume by the morning of October 3, once the Coast Guard approves repairs to the rewelded seam affected by the allision.

On November 7, 2023, the ferry 'Nantucket' faced an unexpected rudder failure while making its way to Vineyard Haven around noon. This incident prompted an immediate removal of the vessel from service for necessary troubleshooting. To accommodate passengers, the ferry 'Gay Head' stepped in to provide replacement service during the duration of the repairs. By the evening of the same day, technicians successfully completed the repairs on the 'Nantucket', allowing it to resume operations on November 8, 2023.